matlab (version 0.8.9)

hilb: MATLAB hilb function

Description

Create a Hilbert matrix.

Usage

hilb(n)

Arguments

n

numeric scalar specifying dimensions for the result

Value

• Returns an n-by-n matrix constructed as described above.

Details

The Hilbert matrix is a notable example of a poorly conditioned matrix. Its elements are H[i, j] = 1 / (i + j - 1).

Examples

hilb(3)