spectral_graph_bounds

Bound Ramsey-type graph parameters using spectral eigenvalue bounds.

1|Updated Mar 14, 2026
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Skill: spectral_graph_bounds
Source: https://github.com/bneb/perqed/tree/main/.agents/skills/spectral_graph_bounds
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bneb/perqed --skill spectral-graph-bounds

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Translate discrete subgraph existence (counting cliques and independent sets) into the continuous eigenvalue spectrum of the adjacency matrix, leveraging smooth spectral gradients and Hoffman/Lovász theta bounds to set tight limits on Ramsey numbers and guide SA energy reformulations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Spectral bounds to constrain alpha(G) and omega(G) without exhaustive subgraph search, using Hoffman bound and Lovász theta.
  • Energy-based reformulations for simulated annealing that leverage eigenvalue gradients to navigate graph configurations.
  • Applicable to graph construction, Ramsey-type bounding problems, and expander-based reasoning in large graphs.

Quick Start

Run a spectral SA pass to minimize the gap between the largest and smallest eigenvalues as a proxy for Ramsey-bound guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions about spectral_graph_bounds

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I bound Ramsey numbers using spectral graph theory without enumerating subgraphs?

Bound Ramsey numbers by translating discrete subgraph existence into the continuous eigenvalue spectrum of an adjacency matrix, applying Hoffman and Lovász theta bounds to constrain clique and independent set sizes without exhaustive search.

How does the Hoffman bound constrain the independence number and clique number for large graphs?

The Hoffman bound uses the minimum eigenvalue of the adjacency matrix to set a tight upper limit on the independence number alpha(G), while Lovász theta provides complementary SDP-based bounds to constrain omega(G) without enumerating subgraphs.

Can I use simulated annealing with eigenvalue gradients to navigate graph configurations?

Yes, simulated annealing leverages energy-based reformulations driven by smooth eigenvalue gradients to navigate graph configurations, minimizing the gap between the largest and smallest eigenvalues as a proxy for Ramsey-bound guidance.

What is the best way to apply the Expander Mixing Lemma to guide combinatorial searches?

Apply the Expander Mixing Lemma alongside spectral bounds to guide combinatorial searches in large expander graphs, using eigenvalue distributions to constrain subgraph existence and inform energy formulations during optimization.

Does this spectral approach require prerequisite knowledge of semidefinite programming and Lovász theta bounds?

Working with these spectral bounds requires understanding semidefinite programming, Lovász theta, and Hoffman bound mechanics, as these formulate the energy functions and gradient-based optimization used to constrain Ramsey-type parameters.

When should I not use spectral bounds for Ramsey-type graph parameter problems?

Avoid spectral bounds when exact subgraph counts are required rather than theoretical limits, or when adjacency matrix eigenvalue computations become intractable for extremely dense graph instances.