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Linear, integer separable and fuzzy programming problems: a united approach towards automatic reformulation
For mathematical programming (MP) to have greater impact as a
decision tool, MP software systems must offer suitable support in
terms of model communication and modelling techniques. In this
paper modelling techniques that allow logical restrictions to be
modelled in integer programming terms are described and their
implications discussed. In addition it is demonstrated that many
classes of non-linearities which are not variable separable may be
after suitable algebraic manipulation put in a variable separable
form. The methods of reformulating the fuzzy linear programming
problem as a Max-Min problem is also introduced. It is shown that
analysis of bounds plays a key role in the following four important
contexts: model reduction, reformulation of logical restrictions
as 0-1 mixed integer programs, reformulation of nonlinear programs
as variable separable programs and reformulation of fuzzy linear
programs. It is observed that as well as incorporating an
interface between the modeller and the optimiser there is a need to
make available to the modeller software facilities which support the
model reformulation techniques described here
The Utility of Nonlinear Programming Algorithms: A Comparative Study -- Part I
A comprehensive comparative study of nonlinear programming algorithms, as applied to problems in engineering design, is presented. Linear approximation methods, interior penalty and exterior penalty methods were tested on a set of thirty problems and are rated on their ability to solve problems within a reasonable amount of computational time. In this paper we discuss the organization and conduct of the study, and in a companion paper, we give numerical results and algorithm performance curves
Determination of Cost-Effective Range in Surface Finish for Single Pass Turning
Surface finish is considered a critical characteristic for manufacturing components when manufacturers strive to produce components with high-quality characteristics predefined by design engineers. The objective of this research is to provide a cost-effective range in surface finish for single pass turning that enables the design engineers to explore a wider spectrum of alternative solutions without significantly affecting the functionality of the part. Apart from the one optimal solution, the proposed methodology, which is based on Geometric Programming, would provide a range of cutting conditions solutions that satisfy the economic and functional needs for the designer. This can be achieved by switching cost reduction focus from tooling to labor cost, particularly by adjusting variables values such as spindle speed and feed. An algorithm has been developed to find the new variables values. In addition, a sensitivity analysis model, based on metaheuristic techniques, will also be developed to further give a set of possible solutions that are practically preferable to the practitioners. In addition, the developed methodology can be applied to other engineering applications. The proposed methodology will provide a tool that enhances the design for manufacturability for companies to become more competitive
An investigation of computer based tools for mathematical programming modelling
This thesis was submitted for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy and was awarded by Brunel University.Science and Engineering Research Counci
A sequential quadratic programming algorithm using an incomplete solution of the subproblem
We analyze sequential quadratic programming (SQP) methods to solve nonlinear
constrained optimization problems that are more flexible in their definition than standard SQP
methods. The type of flexibility introduced is motivated by the necessity to deviate from the standard
approach when solving large problems. Specifically we no longer require a minimizer of the QP
subproblem to be determined or particular Lagrange multiplier estimates to be used. Our main focus
is on an SQP algorithm that uses a particular augmented Lagrangian merit function. New results
are derived for this algorithm under weaker conditions than previously assumed; in particular, it is
not assumed that the iterates lie on a compact setThis research was supported by National Science Foundation grant DDMo9204208, Department
of Energy grant DE-FG03-92ER25117, Office of Naval Research grant N00014-90-J-1242, and the
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