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Preface 1. Introduction. Problems to be considered Characteristics of 'real-world' problems Finite-precision arithmetic and measurement of error Exercises 2. Nonlinear Problems in One Variable. What is not possible Newto...

Available for the first time in paperback, R. Tyrrell Rockafellar's classic study presents readers with a coherent branch of nonlinear mathematical analysis that is especially suited to the study of optimization problems...

Abstract. Stochastic techniques have demonstrated rewarding performance in global optimization of highly multimodal unconstrained models. However, the formulation of a general framework for constraint handling in stochas...

Subjects / keywords: Mathematical optimization; Numerical analysis; Linear programming

Subjects / keywords: Linear programming; Network analysis (Planning); Mathematical optimization; Dynamic programming; Electronic books

A basic text in linear programming, the solution of systems of linear equalities. The subjects covered include the concepts, origins and formulations of linear programs, and the simplex method of solution as applied to t...

Preface to the Classics Edition Preface Acknowledgments Glossary of Symbols Introduction Part I. Background Material. 1. Sample Problems 2. Linear Algebra 3. Analysis Part II. Nonconstructive Existence Theorems. 4. Gradi...

Fully describes optimization methods that are currently most valuable in solving real-life problems. Since optimization has applications in almost every branch of science and technology, the text emphasizes their practic...