Possible Jordan Forms for 3x3 Matrix with Negative Eigenvalues

I don't see any blank spaces in the conversation provided. As for the summary, in summary, the possible Jordan forms for 3x3 systems with all eigenvalues having negative real parts are: J1 with λ1, λ2, and λ3 having multiplicity 1; J2 with λ1 having multiplicity 1 and λ2 having multiplicity 2; J3 with λ1 having multiplicity 3 and 1 generalized eigenvector; J4 with λ1 having multiplicity 3 and 2 generalized eigenvectors; and J5 with λ1 having multiplicity 1 and λ2 and λ3 being complex conjugates with multiplicity 1. There may be 3 more possible forms, but
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1. Homework Statement [/b]
Enumerate all possible Jordan forms for 3 x 3 systems where all the eigen-values have negative real parts. Do not use specific values. Instead, use possibilities
like λ1; λ2; λ3, each with multiplicity 1, or λ (multiplicity 3).



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The Attempt at a Solution



Let Ji be the Jordan Form

J1=\begin{bmatrix}
λ1 & 0 & 0 \\
0 & λ2 & 0\\
0 & 0 & λ3
\end{bmatrix}

So λ1, λ2, and λ3 all have multiplicity 1

J2=\begin{bmatrix}
λ1 & 0 & 0 \\
0 & λ2 & 1\\
0 & 0 & λ2
\end{bmatrix}

λ1 (Multiplicity 1), λ2 (Multiplicity 2)


J3=\begin{bmatrix}
λ1 & 0 & 0\\
0 & λ1 & 0\\
0 & 0 & λ1
\end{bmatrix}

λ1 (Multiplicity 3) With 1 generalized eigenvector



J4=\begin{bmatrix}
λ1 & 1 & 0\\
0 & λ1 & 1\\
0 & 0 & λ1
\end{bmatrix}

λ1 (Mulitiplicity 3) With 2 generalized eigenvectors


J5=\begin{bmatrix}
λ1 & 0 & 0 \\
0 & λ2 & 0\\
0 & 0 & λ3
\end{bmatrix}

Where λ1 ε ℝ, λ2 and λ3 are complex conjugates such that
λ2= -a+bi and λ3=-a-bi. So λ1, λ2, and λ3 all have multiplicity 1.


1) Do these Jordan Forms look correct?
2) Are there more? ( I think there may be 3 more but I'm unsure)
 
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Why the blank spaces? Were those supposed to be "1"s?
 
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Sorry if I seem confused but what blank spaces?
 

Related to Possible Jordan Forms for 3x3 Matrix with Negative Eigenvalues

1. What is a Jordan form for a 3x3 matrix?

A Jordan form is a special type of matrix that is used to simplify the calculations of a 3x3 matrix. It is a diagonal matrix with entries on the diagonal representing the eigenvalues of the original matrix, and each diagonal entry is surrounded by 1's or 0's.

2. Why do we use Jordan forms for 3x3 matrices?

Jordan forms are useful because they allow us to easily find the eigenvalues and eigenvectors of a 3x3 matrix. This makes it easier to solve systems of linear equations and perform other calculations.

3. How is a Jordan form calculated for a 3x3 matrix?

To calculate a Jordan form for a 3x3 matrix, we first find the eigenvalues of the matrix. Then, we use these eigenvalues to create a diagonal matrix. Finally, we add 1's or 0's around the diagonal entries to complete the Jordan form.

4. What is the significance of the 1's and 0's in a Jordan form for a 3x3 matrix?

The 1's and 0's in a Jordan form represent the "shift" or "jump" in the matrix. They allow us to easily see the relationship between the eigenvalues and the eigenvectors of the original matrix.

5. Can a 3x3 matrix have multiple Jordan forms?

Yes, a 3x3 matrix can have multiple Jordan forms. This is because a matrix can have different sets of eigenvalues, which will result in different Jordan forms.

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