Are There Other Notations for Infinite Sums and Products?

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The discussion explores notations for infinite sums and products, primarily focusing on the established symbols \sum for infinite sums and \prod for infinite products. It highlights the existence of specialized notations, such as the direct sum used in group theory and matrix operations. Participants suggest that various mathematical disciplines likely have their own unique notations for similar concepts. The conversation emphasizes the diversity of mathematical notation beyond the commonly recognized symbols. Overall, the thread underscores the richness of mathematical language in representing infinite operations.

Dec 24, 2009

FeDeX_LaTeX

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I know that \sum is used for an infinite sum, and \prod is used for an infinite product. But are there any more of that type?

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Dec 24, 2009

Gerenuk

There is for example the direct sum
http://mathworld.wolfram.com/DirectSum.html
for groups, matrices etc.

Probably a lot more specialized notations exist in all sorts of mathematical areas.

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