Optimization Process
Optimization processes aim to find the best solution from a vast search space, often involving computationally expensive evaluations. Current research focuses on improving efficiency through surrogate models (e.g., regression and pairwise models), Bayesian optimization techniques that incorporate noise and cost considerations, and the application of diverse algorithms like reinforcement learning, genetic algorithms, and neural networks (including physics-informed and recurrent architectures). These advancements are impacting diverse fields, from materials science and robotics to automated machine learning and telecommunications network design, by enabling faster, more efficient, and more robust solutions to complex problems.
Papers
Evolutionary scheduling of university activities based on consumption forecasts to minimise electricity costs
Julian Ruddick, Evgenii Genov, Luis Ramirez Camargo, Thierry Coosemans, Maarten Messagie
A Data-Driven Column Generation Algorithm For Bin Packing Problem in Manufacturing Industry
Jiahui Duan, Xialiang Tong, Fei Ni, Zhenan He, Lei Chen, Mingxuan Yuan