Modern Heuristic Search Methods

by Victor J. Rayward-Smith, I H Osman (Editor), C.R. Reeves (Editor)

Modern heuristic methods include techniques such as evolutionary algorithms, genetic algorithms, simulated annealing, tabu search, adaptive agents, and their various hybrids. There has been an increase in the exploration and exploitation of these methods in a wide range of fields such as management decision making, strategic planning, finance, telecommunications, scheduling, and packing. As a result these techniques can give a company considerable advantage. The book includes chapters from a number of international experts and presents some of the latest techniques and illustrative case studies. The initial chapter gives an introductory overview of the methods involved, and all the chapters have been carefully refereed provide interesting insights into the development and application of the technology.

298 pages, Unknown Binding

First published December 23, 1996