Numerical Methods Using Java: For Data Science, Analysis, and Engineering

© Haksun Li, PhD 2022

H. Li, PhDNumerical Methods Using Javahttps://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4842-6797-4_10

10. Constrained Optimization

Haksun Li, PhD¹  

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Hong Kong, China

 

Optimization is ubiquitous in many branches of mathematics and industrial applications. For example, many statistical theories such as regression and maximum likelihood are formulated into optimization problems. Quantitative finance maximizes the reward-risk ratio of a portfolio to allocate assets. In our company, NM Limited, we build data-driven decision-making systems to assist management to make scientific rather than ad hoc business decisions. Examples include a resource allocation system for a steel manufacturing plant to optimize use of raw materials, machines, and manpower; ...