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Systems of linear equations are crucial in various engineering fields, providing solutions to real-world problems. This chapter discusses both direct methods, such as Gaussian Elimination and LU Decomposition, and iterative methods like Gauss-Jacobi and Gauss-Seidel for solving these systems. Understanding the efficiency and application of these methods is essential for tackling larger datasets and complex computational problems.
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Term: System of Linear Equations
Definition: A collection of two or more linear equations involving the same set of variables that can be represented in matrix form.
Term: Gaussian Elimination
Definition: A direct method for solving systems of linear equations that transforms the system into an upper triangular form before applying back-substitution.
Term: LU Decomposition
Definition: A method that breaks down a matrix into the product of a lower triangular matrix and an upper triangular matrix, facilitating the solving of multiple systems.
Term: Iterative Methods
Definition: Techniques for solving linear systems by approximating the solution through successive iterations, suited for large, sparse problems.
Term: GaussJacobi Method
Definition: An iterative approach where each variable is solved in parallel based on the previous estimates of all other variables.
Term: GaussSeidel Method
Definition: An iterative method that updates the solution variables as soon as new values are available, typically leading to faster convergence.