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Global optimization in integer or mixed variables and applications to industrial problems

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Title:

Global optimization in integer or mixed variables and applications to industrial problems

Author(s):

Jean Claude Mazza

Journal:

Kybernetes

Year:

2009

Volume:

38

Issue:

5

Page:

718 - 724


ISSN:

0368-492X


DOI:

10.1108/03684920910962614

Publisher:

Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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Abstract:

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe some applications of a universal method to industrial problems.

Design/methodology/approach – This method, called Alienor, is based on a-dense curves, allowing to fill a space Rn and to express n variables by means of a single variable.

Findings – Using this method, any industrial problem leading to a cost function (linear or not) becomes easily and quickly resolved, even when integer or mixed variables are to be considered.

Originality/value – The paper is of value in showing how a-dense curves allow the solving of most problems of operational research by using classical softwares.

Keywords:

Mathematical modelling, Optimization techniques, Problem solving


Article Type:

Research paper


Article URL:

http://www.emeraldinsight.com/10.1108/03684920910962614

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