Can G be Written as a Matrix of Matrices like H?

In summary, the conversation discusses two matrices, H and G, where H is a matrix of matrices and G is a result of manipulating H. It is questioned if G will have the same structure as H, and if it can be written as a similar matrix of matrices. This is being examined through simulation and there is a desire to prove this mathematically.
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Hello,

I have the following matrix of matrices

[tex]\mathbf{H}=\begin{array}{cc}\mathbf{A}&\mathbf{B}\\\mathbf{B}^H&\mathbf{A}\end{array}[/tex]

where each element is a square matrix, A is a diagonal matrix of real numbers, whereas B is not (necessarily), and the superscript H means conjugate transpose.

Now I have the following matrix

[tex]\mathbf{G}=\mathbf{H}^H(\mathbf{H}\mathbf{H}^H+\alpha\mathbf{I})^{-1}[/tex]

where 'alpha' and 'I' are a constant scalar and the identity matrix, respectively. Will this matrix exhibit the same structure as H. In other words, can we write G as:

[tex]\mathbf{G}=\begin{array}{cc}\mathbf{A}_G & \mathbf{B}_G \\ \mathbf{B}^H_G &\mathbf{A}_G \end{array}[/tex]

Via simulation it looks like it does, but I am wondering how to prove this mathematically?

Thanks in advance
 
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Maybe this will help:
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Source: http://www.cs.nthu.edu.tw/~jang/book/addenda/matinv/matinv/
 

1. What is the inverse of a matrix of matrices?

The inverse of a matrix of matrices is a matrix that, when multiplied by the original matrix of matrices, results in the identity matrix.

2. How do you find the inverse of a matrix of matrices?

To find the inverse of a matrix of matrices, you can use the Gauss-Jordan elimination method or the adjugate matrix method.

3. Can all matrices of matrices have an inverse?

No, not all matrices of matrices have an inverse. In order for a matrix of matrices to have an inverse, it must be a square matrix and its determinant must not be equal to zero.

4. What is the importance of the inverse of a matrix of matrices in mathematics?

The inverse of a matrix of matrices is important in solving systems of linear equations, as well as in applications such as computer graphics and cryptography.

5. Is the inverse of a matrix of matrices unique?

Yes, the inverse of a matrix of matrices is unique. There can only be one matrix that, when multiplied by the original matrix, results in the identity matrix.

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