Feature/factor removal#2

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feature/factor_removal

Commits on Sep 2, 2021

outline of removing factors
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Commits on Sep 3, 2021

factor removal code and tests
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Commits on Sep 7, 2021

Commits on Feb 16, 2022

merge latest main changes into factor removal, seems to fix factor removal segfault, further testing needed
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