A Constrained Fit Details

This appendix discusses the mathematical details of the constrained kinematic fit.

• A.1 Basic Fitting Algorithm
  • A.1.1 Definitions
  • A.1.2 Fit
  • A.1.3 Calculation
  • A.1.4 Convergence
  • A.1.5 Error Propagation
  • A.1.6 Pull Functions
  • A.1.7 Cut Steps
  • A.1.8 Directed Steps
  • A.1.9 Summary of Fitting Algorithm
• A.2 Evaluation of Constraint Functions