simplex

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We also establish a correspondence between dominant sets and the extrema of a quadratic form over the standard simplex, thereby allowing us the use of continuous optimization techniques such as replicator dynamics from evolutionary game theory.

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  1. adjective Consisting of or marked by only one part or element.
  2. adjective Of or relating to a telecommunications system in which only one message can be sent in either direction at one time.
  3. noun Mathematics A Euclidean geometric spatial element having the minimum number of boundary points, such as a line segment in one-dimensional space, a triangle in two-dimensional space, or a tetrahedron in three-dimensional space.
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  • “Do you know what a simplex is, mortal shade?” Herpes virus? —  Dan Simmons - Hockenberry 1 - Ilium
  • “The simplex is a simple geometric mathematical object, an exercise in logistics, a triangle or trapezoid folded on itself,” says Aphrodite. —  Dan Simmons - Hockenberry 1 - Ilium
  • Services covered include Liberty's extensive manufacturing capabilities for custom cable assemblies in any length, with simplex or duplex jumpers, and many additional options. —  CE Pro Recently Filed
  • The simplex, which has a private back yard, was asking $5 million. —  Curbed
  • Plus at speeds up to 15 ppm (simplex) / 30 ipm (duplex) it quickly and efficiently transforms your paper documents into more manageable digital files. —  ECM Connection Products
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  1. Latin, simple; see sem-1 in Indo-European roots.

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  1. Latin, simple, plain.
 

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