Integer Optimization by Local Search: A Domain-Independent...

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 137 pages
• Published by: Springer
• Edition: 1st Edition October 14, 1999
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 3540663673
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-3540663676
• Book Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Weighs: 9.6 ounces

Product Description
Integer Optimization addresses a wide spectrum of practically important optimization problems and represents a major challenge for algorithmics. The goal of integer optimization is to solve a system of constraints and optimization criteria over discrete variables.
Integer Optimization by Local Search introduces a new approach to domain-independent integer optimization, which, unlike traditional strategies, is based on local search. It develops the central concepts and strategies of integer local search and describes possible combinations with classical methods from linear programming. The surprising effectiveness of the approach is demonstrated in a variety of case studies on large-scale, realistic problems, including production planning, timetabling, radar surveillance, and sports scheduling. The monograph is written for practitioners and researchers from artificial intelligence and operations research.

Book Info
Explores a new domain-independent approach to integer optimization, which, unlike traditional strategies, is based on local search. Develops the central ideas and strategies of integer local search and describes possible combinations with classical methods. Softcover.