Simplifying a matrix algebra equation (revised)

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The discussion focuses on transforming a matrix equation from one form to another, specifically from K = (Q - QH^T(R + HQH^T)^{-1}HQ)H^TR^{-1} to K = QH^T(HQH^T + R)^{-1}. The participant expresses uncertainty about their matrix algebra skills and whether an error in the initial equation is preventing the desired outcome. A suggested approach involves adding and subtracting a specific term to facilitate the transformation. The conversation emphasizes the algebraic manipulation necessary to achieve the correct format.
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Verify that matrix equation can simplify to desired form
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I have a matrix equation (left side) that needs to be formatted into another form (right side). I've simplified the left side as much as I could but can't seem to get it to the match the right side. I am unsure if my matrix algebra skills are lacking or if I somehow messed up the starting equation making it impossible to yield the desired form.

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##K = (Q - QH^T(R + HQH^T)^{-1}HQ)H^TR^{-1} \Rightarrow K = QH^T(HQH^T + R)^{-1}##
Note that Q and R are invertible. H is not.
 
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tomizzo said:
##K = (Q - QH^T(R + HQH^T)^{-1}HQ)H^TR^{-1} \Rightarrow K = QH^T(HQH^T + R)^{-1}##
It's just an algebra trick. Try adding ##-QH^T(R + HQH^T)^{-1}RR^{-1} + QH^T(R + HQH^T)^{-1}RR^{-1}## to ##K##.
 
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