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Characteristic Polynomial Calculator

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Characteristic Polynomial Calculator

The characteristic polynomial calculator computes the characteristic polynomial of a square matrix of any order (2×2, 3×3, 4×4, etc.). It helps you quickly find the eigenvalues and simplifies solving determinant equations for control systems or linear algebra problems.

What is a Characteristic Polynomial?

The characteristic polynomial of a square matrix is a polynomial whose roots are the eigenvalues of the matrix. It is defined as:

f(λ) = det(A − λI) = 0

Where:

  • A is the square matrix.
  • λI is the identity matrix multiplied by λ.

The characteristic polynomial is obtained by calculating the determinant of (A − λI). Solving this polynomial gives the eigenvalues of the matrix.

Example: Characteristic Polynomial of a 3×3 Matrix

Find the characteristic polynomial of the matrix:

\[ A = \begin{bmatrix} 3 & 5 & 2 \\ 7 & 9 & 3 \\ 4 & 5 & 4 \end{bmatrix} \]

Step 1: Subtract λ from the diagonal elements of the matrix:

\[ A - \lambda I = \begin{bmatrix} 3-\lambda & 5 & 2 \\ 7 & 9-\lambda & 3 \\ 4 & 5 & 4-\lambda \end{bmatrix} \]

Step 2: Compute the determinant of (A − λI) to get the characteristic polynomial:

\[ \text{Characteristic Polynomial} = -\lambda^3 + 16\lambda^2 - 17\lambda - 19 \]

This polynomial can then be solved to find the eigenvalues of the matrix.

How the Characteristic Polynomial Calculator Works

Input:

  • Enter the size of the square matrix.
  • Enter all coefficient values of the matrix.
  • Click the Calculate button.

Output:

  • The characteristic polynomial equation.
  • Optionally, the roots (eigenvalues) of the polynomial.

Applications

  • Solving linear differential equations.
  • Determining eigenvalues for control systems.
  • Matrix analysis in linear algebra.

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