Combinatorial Optimization Algorithms and Applications
A special issue of Mathematics (ISSN 2227-7390). This special issue belongs to the section "E1: Mathematics and Computer Science".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2025 | Viewed by 185
Special Issue Editors
Interests: combinational optimization; satellite scheduling; project scheduling; stochastic programming
Interests: scheduling; combinatorial optimization; operations management; resilience energy system planning and design; vehicle routing problem
Interests: random mission planning; logistics engineering and supply chain management
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue of the journal delves deeply into Combinatorial Optimization Algorithms and Applications, with a particular emphasis on the fields of integer programming and stochastic programming. It presents a comprehensive exploration of various state-of-the-art methodologies, including branch and bound, branch and cut, branch and price, and Benders decomposition, as well as heuristic approaches. These techniques play a crucial role in addressing intricate optimization challenges across a multitude of domains.
The Special Issue highlights the significance of combinatorial optimization in sectors such as transportation, where efficient routing and scheduling are paramount; manufacturing, where lean production and resource allocation are vital; project management, where timely completion and cost control are essential; aerospace engineering, where precision and reliability are critical; and military operations, where strategic planning and resource deployment are decisive.
However, the scope of this Special Issue is not limited to these specific methods and fields. It also invites contributions that push the boundaries of combinatorial optimization, exploring emerging areas and interdisciplinary perspectives. The aim is to showcase the latest research advancements, practical applications, and theoretical insights, thereby enhancing the impact of combinatorial optimization on real-world problem-solving. This Special Issue serves as a platform for scholars and practitioners to share their knowledge, collaborate, and drive forward the frontiers of combinatorial optimization.
Dr. Jianjiang Wang
Dr. Hongtao Lei
Guest Editors
Dr. Jiawu Peng
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- integer programming
- stochastic programming
- robust optimization
- branch and bound
- branch and cut
- branch and price
- Benders decomposition
- heuristic approaches
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