Applied Optimization: Formulation and Algorithms for by Ross Baldick

By Ross Baldick

the place to begin within the formula of any numerical challenge is to take an intuitive concept in regards to the challenge in query and to translate it into special mathematical language. This publication presents step by step descriptions of the way to formulate numerical difficulties and develops concepts for fixing them. a few engineering case stories encourage the improvement of effective algorithms that contain, occasionally, transformation of the matter from its preliminary formula right into a extra tractable shape. 5 normal challenge sessions are thought of: linear structures of equations, non-linear structures of equations, unconstrained optimization, equality-constrained optimization and inequality-constrained optimization. The publication includes many labored examples and homework workouts and is acceptable for college students of engineering or operations study taking classes in optimization. Supplementary fabric together with suggestions, lecture slides and appendices can be found on-line at www.cambridge.org/9780521855648.

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