Rank decomposition in zero pattern matrix algebras

For a block upper triangular matrix, a necessary and sufficient condition has been given to let it be the sum of block upper rectangular matrices satisfying certain rank constraints; see H.Bart, A.P.M.Wagelmans (2000). The proof involves elements from integer programming and employs Farkas’ lemma. The algebra of block upper triangular matrices can be viewed as a matrix algebra determined by a pattern of zeros. The present note is concerned with the question whether the decomposition result referred to above can be extended to other zero pattern matrix algebras. It is shown that such a generalization does indeed hold for certain digraphs determining the pattern of zeros. The digraphs in question can be characterized in terms of forests, i.e., disjoint unions of rooted trees.     

On the Approximation Numbers for the Finite Sections of Block Toeplitz Matrices

In this paper we discuss the asymptotic distribution of theapproximation numbers of the finite sections for a Toeplitzoperator and µ R, witha continuous matrix-valued generating function a. We prove thatthe approximation numbers of the finite sections T_n(a) = P_nT(a)P_nhave the k-splitting property, provided T(a) is a Fredholm operatoron . 2000 Mathematics SubjectClassification 47B35 (primary), 15A18, 47A58, 47A75, 65F20 (secondary).     

Approximation numbers for the finite sections of Toeplitz operators with piecewise continuous symbols

In this paper we discuss the asymptotic distribution of the approximation numbers of the finite sections for a Toeplitz operator T(a)∈L(?p), 1<p<∞, where a is a piecewise continuous function on the unit circle. We prove that the behavior of the approximation numbers of the finite sections Tn(a)=PnT(a)Pn depends heavily on the Fredholm properties of the operators T(a) and . In particular, if the operators T(a) and are Fredholm on ?p, then the approximation numbers of Tn(a) have the so-called k-splitting property. But, in contrast with the case of continuous symbols, the splitting number k is in general larger than .     

Toeplitz Operators with Symbols Generated by Slowly Oscillating and Semi-Almost Periodic Matrix Functions

We develop the Fredholm theory for Toeplitz operators, withsymbols in the C*-algebra D = [SO, SAP]_{n, n} generated by allslowly oscillating (SO) and semi-almost periodic (SAP) n x nmatrix functions, on the Hardy spaces (with 1 < p < ) over the upper half-plane.Using limit operator techniques, we get necessary Fredholm conditionsfor any operator in the Banach algebra alg(S, D) of singularintegral operators with coefficients in D on the space [L^p (R)]_n.Applying the Allan–Douglas local principle and the theoryof Toeplitz operators with SAP matrix symbols, we also establishFredholm criteria for Toeplitz operators with matrix symbolsg D on the space . An index formula for Fredholm Toeplitz operators with matrix symbolsin D is obtained on the basis of an appropriate approximationof slowly oscillating components of the symbols. 2000 MathematicsSubject Classification 47B35 (primary), 47A53 (secondary).     

Distribution of dislocation density and residual stresses in plastically deformed specimens: numerical studies

A two-scale approach to the simulation of mechanical properties of metallic materials is considered. On the macroscopic level, the material behavior is described by a phenomenological model of finite strain viscoplasticity with nonlinear kinematic hardening. In particular, the process-induced plastic anisotropy is captured by backstresses. On the microstructural level, the so called “load path sensitive two-population dislocation cell model” is implemented. It describes an evolving dislocation cell structure with dislocation populations for dislocation cell walls and the cell interior. Owing to the coupling with the phenomenological plasticity model, it can describe the evolution of the dislocation densities depending on the load path. The applicability of the multiscale approach to the FEM simulation of severe plastic deformation processes such as Equal Channel Angular Pressing is demonstrated. (© 2014 Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim)