Farrel Polynomials: Is It the Same as "Feral"?

[Skins]

Is there such a thing as a "feral polynomial" ? Saw it mentioned on an Internet forum where someone claimed to be studying "feral polynomials". Closes I could find were "Farrel polynomials" .

 

[HallsofIvy]

"Feral" mean "wild" so I am inclined to think the person meant (and misspelled) "Farrel polynomials".

 

[tiny-tim]

Hi SKins!

See page 11, http://www.math.hawaii.edu/~ron/pdfpapers/maininvariant.pdf

 

[HallsofIvy]

Aha! That would explain all those polynomials that keep attacking me! They are "feral".

 

[blue_raver22]

I can confirm that there is no such thing as a "feral polynomial." The term "feral" typically refers to animals that have escaped domestication and are living in the wild. In the context of mathematics, it does not make sense to apply this term to polynomials.

The term "Farrel polynomials" is likely a misspelling or misinterpretation of "Faber polynomials" or "Faber series." These are a type of mathematical series used in approximation theory. It is possible that the person on the internet forum was referring to these polynomials and simply made a mistake in the name.

In any case, it is important to be cautious about information found on the internet, especially when it comes to scientific topics. It is always best to consult reliable sources and experts in the field to ensure accurate information.