Orthonormal

adj

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Definitions

Adjective

1
Of a set of vectors, both orthogonal and normalized. not-comparable
"Given a set of linearly independent vectors, it is often useful to convert them into an orthonormal set of vectors."
2
Of a linear transformation: that preserves both angles and lengths. not-comparable

Example

"Given a set of linearly independent vectors, it is often useful to convert them into an orthonormal set of vectors."

Etymology

Blend of orthogonal + normal, equivalent to ortho- + normal.

Related phrases

orthonormal function

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