3
$\begingroup$

We call a subset $A$ in a real vector space $E$ radially bounded if it intersects every ray emanating from $0$ via a bounded set. It is easy to see that radially bounded sets in $E$ form a bornology, i.e. a collection that contains singletons, and is closed with respect to taking unions and subsets. Moreover, a balanced hull $[-1,1]A$ of a radially bounded set $A$ is radially bounded.

I am wondering whether radially bounded sets form a linear bornology, or generate one in some natural way. This leads to the following questions:

Is the sum of two radially bounded sets radially bounded? What if these sets are convex?

Is convex hull of a radially bounded set radially bounded?

It seems unlikely that this class of sets has not been studied before, so references would be appreciated.

$\endgroup$

1 Answer 1

7
$\begingroup$

Working in $\mathbb{R}^2$ and using polar coordinates with angle in $[-\pi,2\pi)$, let $$X=\left\{(r,\theta): \left(\theta\not=0\implies r<{1\over \vert\theta\vert}\right) \wedge(\theta=0\implies r=0)\right\}.$$ Then $X$ is radially bounded but the convex hull of $X$ is not radially bounded, and the sum of $X$ with itself is not radially bounded either.

$\endgroup$
0

Your Answer

By clicking “Post Your Answer”, you agree to our terms of service and acknowledge that you have read and understand our privacy policy and code of conduct.

Not the answer you're looking for? Browse other questions tagged or ask your own question.