During the last decade, many novel approaches have been considered for dealing with computationally difficult discrete optimization problems. Such approaches in

Rich in publications, the well-established field of discrete optimization nevertheless features relatively few books with ready-to-use computer programs. This b

During the last decade, many novel approaches have been considered for dealing with computationally difficult discrete optimization problems. Such approaches in

This book aims to demonstrate and detail the pervasive nature of Discrete Optimization. The handbook couples the difficult, critical-thinking aspects of mathema

This accessible textbook demonstrates how to recognize, simplify, model and solve optimization problems - and apply these principles to new projects.