Computer programmers have developed a new 'cutting-plane' algorithm, a general-purpose algorithm for solving optimization problems. The algorithm improves on the running time of its most efficient ...

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract We describe a cutting plane approach to the problem of designing survivable fiber optic communication networks. This problem can be formulated ...

Optimization problems are everywhere in engineering: Balancing design tradeoffs is an optimization problem, as are scheduling and logistical planning. The theory -- and sometimes the implementation -- ...