Description:
Suite of Sparse Matrix Software
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Type: Formula
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Latest Version: 7.12.1@1
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Tracked Since: Nov 6, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Developer tools
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Tags:
sparse-matrices
scientific-computing
linear-algebra
c-library
numerical-methods
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Install:
brew install suite-sparse
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About:
SuiteSparse is a comprehensive collection of high-performance libraries for sparse matrix computations. It provides robust implementations for tasks like linear systems solving, matrix factorization, and graph algorithms. Its main value is offering highly optimized, reliable tools essential for scientific computing and engineering simulations.
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Key Features:
- High-performance sparse matrix factorization (UMFPACK, CHOLMOD)
- Graph theory and combinatorial algorithms (GraphBLAS)
- Matrix ordering and analysis tools (COLAMD, CAMD)
- Extensive C and MATLAB API support
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Use Cases:
- Solving large-scale linear systems in scientific simulations
- Optimizing graph algorithms for network analysis
- Accelerating numerical computations in engineering software
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Alternatives:
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Eigen
– Eigen is a general-purpose linear algebra library with some sparse support, whereas SuiteSparse is specialized for high-performance sparse computations.
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PETSc
– PETSc focuses on large-scale PDE solvers and uses SuiteSparse as a backend for direct solvers.
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