Showing SO(3) Subset is Projective Plane Diffeomorphic

In summary, a projective plane diffeomorphism is a smooth bijective mapping between two projective planes that preserves the smooth structure. SO(3) is a special group of 3-dimensional rotations in Euclidean space, and a subset of SO(3) is a collection of elements that form a projective plane. To show that a subset of SO(3) is diffeomorphic to a projective plane, a smooth bijective mapping must be found. This is significant as it helps us understand the relationship between these two concepts and allows for cross-domain applications and developments.
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Xang
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I was wondering if anyone can help me to show that the subset of SO(3) contaning all
matrices A with det(A+id)=0 is a submanifold diffeomorphic to real projective plane.
Thanks.
 
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Well, what ideas have you had on it so far? Where are you stuck?
 
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Actually, I could show that SO(3) is homeo. to RP^3. But on don't know why the condition det(A+id)=0 implies that this subset would be diffeo. to RP^2.
 

Related to Showing SO(3) Subset is Projective Plane Diffeomorphic

What is a projective plane diffeomorphism?

A projective plane diffeomorphism is a smooth bijective mapping between two projective planes that preserves the smooth structure of the surfaces. This means that the mapping is differentiable and its inverse is also differentiable.

What is SO(3)?

SO(3) is a special group of 3-dimensional rotations in Euclidean space. It stands for Special Orthogonal group in 3 dimensions and is also known as the rotation group. It is a continuous group, meaning it contains infinitely many elements.

What is a subset of SO(3)?

A subset of SO(3) is a collection of elements from the SO(3) group that satisfies certain properties. In this case, the subset is a collection of rotations that form a projective plane.

How do you show that a subset of SO(3) is diffeomorphic to a projective plane?

To show that a subset of SO(3) is diffeomorphic to a projective plane, we need to find a smooth bijective mapping between the two surfaces. This can be done by identifying the elements of the subset with the points on the projective plane and showing that the mapping preserves the smooth structure of both surfaces.

What is the significance of showing that SO(3) subset is projective plane diffeomorphic?

Showing that SO(3) subset is projective plane diffeomorphic is significant because it helps us better understand the relationship between these two mathematical concepts. It also allows us to apply concepts and techniques from one domain to the other, leading to new insights and developments in both fields.

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