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Optimization
Paperback. Engineers must make decisions regarding the distribution of expensive resources in a manner that will be economically beneficial. This problem can be realistically formulated and logically analyzed with optimization theory. This book shows engineers how to use optimization theory to solve complex problems. Series: Wiley Professional Paperbacks. Num Pages: 344 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBK; PBM; PBP; PBU; PBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 16. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1969th Edition
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471181170
- ISBN
- 9780471181170
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 171.43
€ 171.43
Hardcover. Written by a well-known and respected leader in the field, this work takes an intermediate approach to maxima, minima, and optimization, providing the science needed to understand the subject while presenting many practical applications and illustrations to support the concepts which are presented. Series: Wiley Series in Discrete Mathematics and Optimization. Num Pages: 296 pages, diagrams. BIC Classification: PBU; PBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 167 x 22. Weight in Grams: 584.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471252894
- ISBN
- 9780471252894
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 213.21
€ 213.21
Paperback. This text is a coherent account of the science of decision making. It includes the models of operations research and those models of probability that relate to decision making. An emphasis in placed between these connections and relates these models to nearly all of the professions. Num Pages: 720 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: GPQ; KJMD; PBT; PBUH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 278 x 210 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1622.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 720
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471318279
- ISBN
- 9780471318279
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 307.91
€ 307.91
Hardcover. A unique interdisciplinary foundation for real-world problem solving Stochastic search and optimization techniques are used in a vast number of areas, including aerospace, medicine, transportation, and finance, to name but a few. Series: Wiley Series in Discrete Mathematics and Optimization. Num Pages: 618 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBU; PBWL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 264 x 187 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1296.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 618
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471330523
- ISBN
- 9780471330523
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 204.35
€ 204.35
Paperback. This paperback edition of the popular 1999 title presents a series of approaches to the challenges faced by analysts who must find the best way to accomplish particular objectives, usually with the added complication of constraints on the available choices. Award-winning educator Ronald E. Num Pages: 676 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PBUH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 253 x 180 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1170.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 676
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471351696
- ISBN
- 9780471351696
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 233.46
€ 233.46
Hardcover. This book presents the mathematics of finite dimensional constrained optimization problems. It offers a solid presentation of real analysis and provides a basis for the mathematical study of convexity, of more general optimization problems, and of numerical algorithms for the solution of finite dimensional optimization problems. Series: Pure and Applied Mathematics: A Wiley Series of Texts, Monographs and Tracts. Num Pages: 280 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: PBU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 167 x 22. Weight in Grams: 568.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471352815
- ISBN
- 9780471352815
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 201.81
€ 201.81
Hardcover. Examining the role of logic in optimization as the theme for integration, this volume is designed for courses in optimization, in particular discrete optimization. Much of the emphasis is placed on corporate tools and techniques, including a wide range of programming options. Series: Wiley-Interscience Series in Discrete Mathematics and Optimization. Num Pages: 520 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 161 x 29. Weight in Grams: 889.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471385219
- ISBN
- 9780471385219
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 238.52
€ 238.52
Hardcover. Extremum seeking is a method of adaptive control outside the classical paradigm or model reference and related schemes. The unique feature of extremum seeking as an optimization tool is that is is an on-line methodology, performed by feedback, and with the ability to achieve rapid convergence. Num Pages: 248 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: PBU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 165 x 16. Weight in Grams: 474.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471468592
- ISBN
- 9780471468592
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 136.64
€ 136.64
Paperback. This textbook provides a thorough treatment of standard methods such as linear and quadratic programming, Newton-like methods and the conjugate gradient method. The theoretical aspects of the subject include a treatment of optimality conditions and the significance of Lagrange multipliers. Num Pages: 450 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PBK; PBU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 153 x 28. Weight in Grams: 734.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 450
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471494638
- ISBN
- 9780471494638
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 100.64
€ 100.64
Hardcover. Global and combinatorial optimization heuristics are widely used in different areas ranging from engineering to operational research. This introduction to the fast growing field of optimization heuristics offers the knowledge to use the techniques in a number of different application areas. Series: Wiley Series in Probability & Statistics: Applied Probability & Statistics Section. Num Pages: 358 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: KCH; PBT; PBU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 241 x 164 x 25. Weight in Grams: 672.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 358
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471856313
- ISBN
- 9780471856313
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 208.14
€ 208.14
Hardcover. Evolutionary algorithms are relatively new, powerful techniques used to find solutions to many real--world search and optimization problems. Focusing on these "thinking" algorithms, this book offers comprehensive coverage of these techniques, which are highly effective in finding multiple effective solutions in a single simulation run. Series: Wiley Interscience Series in Systems & Optimization. Num Pages: 518 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PBU; PBW; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 175 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1110.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 518
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471873396
- ISBN
- 9780471873396
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 172.70
€ 172.70
Hardcover. This volume provides a thorough account of key basic concepts and theoretical results, with particular emphasis on viewing statistical inference as a special case of decision theory. It presents a novel discussion of model comparison and choice from a Bayesian perspective. Series: Wiley Series in Probability and Statistics. Num Pages: 608 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PBT; PBUD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 165 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1034.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 608
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471924166
- ISBN
- 9780471924166
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 447.63
€ 447.63
Paperback. This highly original collection brings together contemporary articles from a variety of sources to present the key topics in game theory. The book includes a combination of classic and contemporary readings from a range of books and journals that together present a complete resource for students and researchers of game theory. Editor(s): Rasmusen, Eric. Series: Blackwell Readings for Contemporary Economics. Num Pages: 448 pages, 0. BIC Classification: KCA; PBUD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 172 x 22. Weight in Grams: 770.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780631215578
- ISBN
- 9780631215578
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.46
€ 52.46
Paperback. Offers an introduction to the mathematical discipline known as the Theory of Games. This book opens by addressing 'matrix games'. It continues with a treatment of games in extensive form and also deals with games that have an infinite number of pure strategies for the two players. It features examples and exercises, and various historical notes. Series: Annals of Mathematics Studies. Num Pages: 120 pages, 33 line illus. BIC Classification: PBUD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 9. Weight in Grams: 171.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 120
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691027722
- ISBN
- 9780691027722
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.68€ 53.80
€ 68.68
€ 53.80
Paperback. In real-world problems related to finance, business, and management, mathematicians and economists frequently encounter optimization problems. This book develops linear programming methods for their solutions. It introduces the basic theory of linear inequalities and describes the simplex method used to solve them. Series: Princeton Landmarks in Mathematics & Physics. Num Pages: 656 pages, 99 figs. 64 tables. BIC Classification: KC; PBF; PBUH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 157 x 38. Weight in Grams: 910.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 648
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691059136
- ISBN
- 9780691059136
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 139.73€ 105.37
€ 139.73
€ 105.37
Hardback. Presents an introduction to optimization through the use of illustrations and applications. This book focuses on analytically solving optimization problems with a finite number of continuous variables. It also provides introductions to classical and modern numerical methods of optimization and to dynamic optimization. Series: Princeton Series in Applied Mathematics. Num Pages: 680 pages, 106 line illus. BIC Classification: PBU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 242 x 165 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1148.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 688
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691102870
- ISBN
- 9780691102870
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 153.94€ 115.80
€ 153.94
€ 115.80
Paperback. Covers local search and its variants from both a theoretical and practical point of view. This book is suitable for students and researchers in discrete mathematics, computer science, operations research, industrial engineering, and management science. Editor(s): Aarts, Emile; Lenstra, Jan Karel. Num Pages: 528 pages, 35 tables. 80 line illus. BIC Classification: PBU; PBV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 156 x 235 x 31. Weight in Grams: 754.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691115221
- ISBN
- 9780691115221
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 97.10€ 74.76
€ 97.10
€ 74.76
Hardback. Game theory is central to understanding human behavior and relevant to all of the behavioral sciences - from biology and economics, to anthropology and political science. This title demonstrates that game theory alone cannot fully explain human behavior and should instead complement other key concepts championed by the behavioral disciplines. Num Pages: 304 pages, 36 line illus. BIC Classification: GT; HP; JMH; KC; PBUD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 262 x 189 x 25. Weight in Grams: 826.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691140520
- ISBN
- 9780691140520
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 88.81€ 68.67
€ 88.81
€ 68.67
Hardback. Develops a general stability analysis and control design framework for nonlinear large-scale interconnected dynamical systems, and presents a treatment on vector Lyapunov function methods, vector dissipativity theory, and decentralized control architectures. Series: Princeton Series in Applied Mathematics. Num Pages: 384 pages, 60 line illus. 3 tables. BIC Classification: PBKS; PBUH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 184 x 252 x 27. Weight in Grams: 972.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691153469
- ISBN
- 9780691153469
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 139.73€ 105.83
€ 139.73
€ 105.83
Paperback. We all played tag when we were kids. What most of us don't realize is that this simple chase game is in fact an application of pursuit theory. This book gives us the complete history of this area of mathematics, from its classical analytical beginnings to the present day. Series: Princeton Puzzlers. Num Pages: 272 pages, 5 halftones. 67 line illus. BIC Classification: PBUD; PBX; PDZM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 208 x 136 x 19. Weight in Grams: 284.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Edition
- With a New preface by the author
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691155012
- ISBN
- 9780691155012
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 17.11
€ 20.99
€ 17.11