Optimization Techniques: An Introduction (Ecological Studies) - Hardcover

Foulds, L R

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0387905863 ISBN 13: 9780387905860

Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc., 1981

Synopsis

This is a practical introduction to optimization, covering the main optimization techniques currently in use--e.g., mathematical programming, network, and classical methods--at an advanced undergraduate level. Using arguments which are intuitive rather than highly technical, the author focuses on familiar real-life problems, proceeding by induction to the underlying theory. New formulations and models in integer programming are covered, and algorithms are simply explained with illustrative numerical examples. [It] includes numerous exercises suitable for mathematics, engineering, and business courses; the straightforward style of the text makes it useful for researchers in transport planning as well as operations research and planning personnel.

Edition details

• Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
• Publication date: 1981
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0387905863
• ISBN 13: 9780387905860
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 502