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Approximations and Randomization to Boost CSP Techniques
Abstract. In recent years we have seen an increasing interest in combining constraint satisfaction problem (CSP) formulations and linear programming (LP) based techniques for solvi...
Carla P. Gomes, David B. Shmoys
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2004
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Preference-Based Search and Multi-Criteria Optimization
Many real-world AI problems (e.g. in configuration) are weakly constrained, thus requiring a mechanism for characterizing and finding the preferred solutions. Preferencebased sear...
Ulrich Junker
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2004
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Multilevel Refinement for Combinatorial Optimisation Problems
We consider the multilevel paradigm and its potential to aid the solution of combinatorial optimisation problems. The multilevel paradigm is a simple one, which at its most basic ...
Chris Walshaw
ANOR
2004
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Model Independent Parametric Decision Making
Accurate knowledge of the effect of parameter uncertainty on process design and operation is essential for optimal and feasible operation of a process plant. Existing approaches de...
Ipsita Banerjee, Marianthi G. Ierapetritou
ANOR
2004
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Call Center Staffing with Simulation and Cutting Plane Methods
We present an iterative cutting plane method for minimizing staffing costs in a service system subject to satisfying acceptable service level requirements over multiple time perio...
Júlíus Atlason, Marina A. Epelman, S...