Session Overview
 | Many calculations become simpler when performed using orthonormal vectors or othogonal matrices. In this session, we learn a procedure for converting any basis to an orthonormal one. |
Session Activities
Lecture Video and Summary
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Orthogonal Matrices and Gram-Schmidt (00:49:25)
Lecture 17: Orthogonal Matrices and Gram-Schmidt
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Suggested Reading
- Read Section 4.4 in the 4th or 5th edition.
Problem Solving Video
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Gram-Schmidt Orthogonalization (00:09:59)
Problem Solving: Gram-Schmidt Orthogonalization
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Check Yourself
Problems and Solutions
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