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# Cholesky factorization mathematical notation

Cholesky factorization is a recurring research-paper notation family. Factors a symmetric positive-definite matrix into a lower-triangular matrix times…

## Public overview

Cholesky factorization is a recurring research-paper notation family. Factors a symmetric positive-definite matrix into a lower-triangular matrix times its transpose.

Cholesky factorization: Factors a symmetric positive-definite matrix into a lower-triangular matrix times its transpose. Example: Represent a covariance matrix through a triangular square-root factor.

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