Irregularity Measure Calculator

multi-measure irregularity dashboard

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About Irregularity Measure Calculator

An irregularity measure comparison calculator showing Albertson A, Bell B (variance), σ (sigma, squared differences), and Collatz-Sinogowitz CS side by side. All equal zero iff graph is regular. Dashboard view comparing four complementary irregularity perspectives. Client-side.

Irregularity Measure Calculator Features

  • A, B, σ, CS
  • Dashboard
  • =0↔reg.
  • Comparison
  • Common graphs
Four irregularity measures compared: A (Albertson, edge |d-d|), B (Bell, degree variance), σ (sigma, edge (d-d)²), CS (Collatz-Sinogowitz, spectral). All zero iff regular. Each captures different irregularity aspects. This dashboard shows all four simultaneously.

How to Use

Select graph:

  • All 4: Side by side
  • Regular?: All = 0
  • Rank: Compare

Measure Comparison

A: linear in degree gaps (edge-level). B: variance (vertex-level, statistical). σ: quadratic in gaps (penalizes extremes). CS: spectral (captures eigenstructure). Four lenses on the same property.

When They Agree/Disagree

All agree on regularity (all=0). Some rank graphs differently: a graph can be more irregular by A but less by CS. The disagreement reveals structural nuances invisible to any single measure.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1Select graph.
  2. 2Compute all four measures.
  3. 3Check if all = 0.
  4. 4Compare rankings.
  5. 5Identify structural character.

Irregularity Measure Calculator — Frequently Asked Questions

Which measure is best?+

No single best! A for computational simplicity. B for statistical interpretation. σ for penalizing extreme imbalance. CS for spectral insight. Use all four for complete picture.

Can one be zero while others aren't?+

No! All four are zero iff regular. If any one is zero, ALL are zero. They agree perfectly on the binary regular/irregular classification. They disagree only on 'how irregular'.

Relations between them?+

A² ≤ m·σ (Cauchy-Schwarz). B = M₁/n - (2m/n)². σ = M₁ - 2M₂·... These algebraic relations connect the measures. They're not independent but capture different aspects.

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