On the denominator values and barycentric weights of rational interpolants (Q869498)

The method of \textit{X. Zhu} and \textit{G. Zhu} [J. Comput. Appl. Math. 148, 341-348 (2002; Zbl 1021.65006)] for finding the denominator values of rational interpolation is improved by cutting down the number of arithmetic operations required. Then, the points are determined which can be discarded (if exist) from the rational interpolation problem. In the case of the linear denominator, a formula for the barycentric weights, simpler than this of \textit{J.-P. Berrut} and \textit{H. D. Mittelmann} [J. Comput. Appl. Math. 78, 355-370 (1997; Zbl 0870.65006)] is obtained. Finally, a necessary and sufficient condition for a rational interpolant to have a pole is given.