<p>This work provides an overview of the algebraic properties of primitive idempotents, which are fundamental in defining spinor spaces within the Clifford algebra framework. In addition to the key concepts, we also present novel results. In particular, we show that the primitive idempotent can be expressed as a polynomial in a specific <i>special bivector</i>. More generally, we demonstrate that every endomorphism on the spinor space can be represented as a polynomial in this special bivector. We also establish that the primitive idempotent, interpreted as a zero projection, represents a special case of this broader polynomial framework. By combining established insights with new contributions, this article offers a fresh perspective on these fundamental structures.</p>

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Algebraic Properties of the Primitive Idempotent in Clifford Analysis

  • Hilde De Ridder,
  • Hennie De Schepper,
  • Alí Guzmán Adán,
  • Srđan Lazendić

摘要

This work provides an overview of the algebraic properties of primitive idempotents, which are fundamental in defining spinor spaces within the Clifford algebra framework. In addition to the key concepts, we also present novel results. In particular, we show that the primitive idempotent can be expressed as a polynomial in a specific special bivector. More generally, we demonstrate that every endomorphism on the spinor space can be represented as a polynomial in this special bivector. We also establish that the primitive idempotent, interpreted as a zero projection, represents a special case of this broader polynomial framework. By combining established insights with new contributions, this article offers a fresh perspective on these fundamental structures.