Help in Finding Eigenvectors Associated with Complet Eigenvalue

Click For Summary
The discussion centers on finding eigenvectors associated with complex eigenvalues, specifically for a matrix where the real eigenvalue has been identified. The user successfully found the real eigenvector but struggles with the complex eigenvalues, suspecting an error in their row operations or norm selection. They note a correction needed in the equation related to the complex eigenvalue but still face difficulties in obtaining the correct eigenvector. The user seeks clarification on whether Gaussian elimination is the appropriate method for finding complex eigenvectors and what norm should be used to match Matlab's results. The inquiry emphasizes a need for guidance on these specific mathematical techniques.
tehipwn
Messages
16
Reaction score
0
The last matrix at the bottom of the second page is the Eigenvector found using Matlab.

I'm trying to find it by hand. I found the Real Eigenvector associated with L=76.2348. But I've tried to find the Eigenvector's for the complex Eigenvalues for a while and can't get the answer given by Matlab. I might be doing the row operations and solving for x1,x2,x3 correctly but then using the wrong norm to get the Matlab answer?

Any help would be much appreciated.

The Attempt at a Solution



The attempt is in the attachments.

Note:
On the second page, the equation:

(-3.5476+j316.915)*x2 - 83.33*x3 = 0

should have been:
(-3.5476+j316.915)*x2 + 83.33*x3 = 0

But I tried working it from that and it still didn't work out. So I must be doing something fundamentally wrong.
 

Attachments

Physics news on Phys.org


My question only pertains to the second page of the pdf. The first page consists of simply finding the Eigenvalues, and then the Eigenvector for the real Eigenvalue.

To refine my question, is the method of performing Gauss Elimination the correct method for finding the complex Eigenvector?

If so, what norm should be used to get the Eigenvector given by Matlab as shown in the final matrix of the second page of the pdf?

I hope this clarifies things.

Thank you.
 
Question: A clock's minute hand has length 4 and its hour hand has length 3. What is the distance between the tips at the moment when it is increasing most rapidly?(Putnam Exam Question) Answer: Making assumption that both the hands moves at constant angular velocities, the answer is ## \sqrt{7} .## But don't you think this assumption is somewhat doubtful and wrong?

Similar threads

  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
  • · Replies 7 ·
Replies
7
Views
2K
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
2K
Replies
9
Views
2K
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
Replies
3
Views
2K
  • · Replies 19 ·
Replies
19
Views
4K
  • · Replies 5 ·
Replies
5
Views
14K
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
1K