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The Simplex and Policy-Iteration Methods Are Strongly Polynomial for the Markov Decision Problem with a Fixed Discount Rate

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract We prove that the classic policy-iteration method [Howard, R. A. 1960. Dynamic Programming and Markov Processes. MIT, Cambridge] and the ...
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The Efficiency of the Simplex Method: A Survey

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract The Linear Programming Problem is by far the most widely used optimization model. Its impact on economic and government modeling is immense.
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IAEA Develops New Benchmarks for Computational Methods for Utilization, Operation and Safety Analysis of Research Reactors

Under a recently completed IAEA project, experts have developed a benchmark database for computational methods and tools used for the utilization, operation and safety analysis of research reactors. A ...
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Derivative-Free Optimization Techniques

Derivative-free optimisation techniques have emerged as indispensable tools in addressing complex problems where gradient information is either unavailable or unreliable. Such methods bypass the need ...