Algorithms for the constrained maximum-weight connected graph problem

Given a positive integer R and a weight for each vertex in a graph, the maximum-weight connected graph (MCG) problem is to find a connected subgraph with R vertices that maximizes the sum of the weights. The MCG problem is strongly NP-complete, and we study a special case of it: the constrained MCG (CMCG) problem, which is the MCG problem with a constraint of having a predetermined vertex included in the solution. We first show that the Steiner tree problem is a special case of the CMCG problem. Then we present three optimization algorithms for the CMCG problem. The first two algorithms deal with special graphs (tree and layered graphs) and employ different dynamic programming techniques, solving the CMCG problem in polynomial times. The third one deals with a general graph and uses a variant of the Balas additive method with an imbedded connectivity test and a pruning method. We also present a heuristic algorithm for the CMCG problem with a general graph and its bound analysis. We combine the two algorithms, heuristic and optimization, and present a practical solution method to the CMCG problem. Computational results are reported and future research issues are discussed. © 1996 John Wiley & Sons, Inc.     

杂波环境中机动目标跟踪算法性能分析

由于概率数据互联算法不具有跟踪机动目标的能力,为了解决杂波环境下机动目标跟踪问题,提出了很多基于概率数据互联的修正算法。这些算法各有特点,因而它们在不同的情况下,算法的跟踪精度、实时性等方面各有优劣。假定一种典型的目标机动情况,在这种情况下对几种比较具有代表性的修正算法进行仿真实验,并根据实验结果对它们各方面的性能进行综合分析。     

Decomposition algorithms for finding the shortest path between a source node and a sink node of a network

Decomposition algorithms for finding a shortest path between a source node and a sink node of an arbitrary distance network are developed. Different decomposition algorithms are proposed for different network topologies. Since Shier's algorithm compares very favorably with other decomposition algorithms in all the network topologies, we compare our algorithms against Shier's algorithm. It is shown that the efficiency of the proposed algorithms compares very favorably with Shier's algorithm. For special types of networks the computational requirements of the proposed algorithm is a polynomial of O(n²).     

Algorithms for the minimax transportation problem

In this paper, we consider a variant of the classical transportation problem as well as of the bottleneck transportation problem, which we call the minimax transportation problem. The problem considered is to determine a feasible flow x_ij from a set of origins I to a set of destinations J for which max_(i,j)εIxJ{c_ijx_ij} is minimum. In this paper, we develop a parametric algorithm and a primal-dual algorithm to solve this problem. The parametric algorithm solves a transportation problem with parametric upper bounds and the primal-dual algorithm solves a sequence of related maximum flow problems. The primal-dual algorithm is shown to be polynomially bounded. Numerical investigations with both the algorithms are described in detail. The primal-dual algorithm is found to be computationally superior to the parametric algorithm and it can solve problems up to 1000 origins, 1000 destinations and 10,000 arcs in less than 1 minute on a DEC 10 computer system. The optimum solution of the minimax transportation problem may be noninteger. We also suggest a polynomial algorithm to convert this solution into an integer optimum solution.     

Optimization of schedule stability and efficiency under processing time variability and random machine breakdowns in a job shop environment

The ability to cope with uncertainty in dynamic scheduling environments is becoming an increasingly important issue. In such environments, any disruption in the production schedule will translate into a disturbance of the plans for several external activities as well. Hence, from a practical point of view, deviations between the planned and realized schedules are to be avoided as much as possible. The term stability refers to this concern. We propose a proactive approach to generate efficient and stable schedules for a job shop subject to processing time variability and random machine breakdowns. In our approach, efficiency is measured by the makespan, and the stability measure is the sum of the variances of the realized completion times. Because the calculation of the original measure is mathematically intractable, we develop a surrogate stability measure. The version of the problem with the surrogate stability measure is proven to be NP‐hard, even without machine breakdowns; a branch‐and‐bound algorithm is developed for this problem variant. A tabu search algorithm is proposed to handle larger instances of the problem with machine breakdowns. The results of extensive computational experiments indicate that the proposed algorithms are quite promising in performance. © 2011 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Naval Research Logistics, 2011     

大型稀疏线性代数迭代库在YH 机上的高效实现

本文讨论了大型稀疏线性代数方程组的迭代算法、加速方法、存贮技术及并行算法。结合向量机特点,采取有效程序优化措施,开发研制了标量和向量库程序。在ＹＨ系列机上试算结果表明：大型稀疏线性代数向量迭代库比标量迭代库速度有较大提高。当Ｎ≥１００时,在ＹＨ─１机上加速比约２～８;在ＹＨ─２机上约２～７;当迭代次数增加时,加速比提高更明显;库中共轭梯度（ＣＧ）加速方法能有效地加快收敛,可减少迭代次数一半以上。     

Interval scheduling: A survey

In interval scheduling, not only the processing times of the jobs but also their starting times are given. This article surveys the area of interval scheduling and presents proofs of results that have been known within the community for some time. We first review the complexity and approximability of different variants of interval scheduling problems. Next, we motivate the relevance of interval scheduling problems by providing an overview of applications that have appeared in literature. Finally, we focus on algorithmic results for two important variants of interval scheduling problems. In one variant we deal with nonidentical machines: instead of each machine being continuously available, there is a given interval for each machine in which it is available. In another variant, the machines are continuously available but they are ordered, and each job has a given “maximal” machine on which it can be processed. We investigate the complexity of these problems and describe algorithms for their solution. © 2007 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Naval Research Logistics, 2007     

捷联惯导位置更新中的多子样算法

以地理坐标系作为导航坐标系,推导了捷联惯导位置更新中的位置增量算法;提出了基于曲线拟合的多子样(二、三、四子样)涡卷补偿算法和位置旋转补偿算法.仿真结果表明,二、三、四子样涡卷补偿算法和位置旋转补偿算法都能有效地计算出涡卷补偿和位置旋转补偿值,并且二、三、四子样涡卷补偿算法和位置旋转补偿算法的精度依次提高.     

Evasion policies for a vessel being chased by pirate skiffs

Piracy attack is a serious safety problem for maritime transport worldwide. Whilst various strategic actions can be taken, such as rerouting vessels and strengthening navy patrols, this still cannot completely eliminate the possibility of a piracy attack. It is therefore important for a commercial vessel to be equipped with operational solutions in case of piracy attacks. In particular, the choice of a direction for rapidly fleeing is a critical decision for the vessel. In this article, we formulate such a problem as a nonlinear optimal control problem. We consider various policies, such as maintaining a straight direction or making turns, develop algorithms to optimize the policies, and derive conditions under which these policies are effective and safe. Our work can be used as a real‐time decision making tool that enables a vessel master to evaluate different scenarios and quickly make decisions.     

An experimental comparison of solution algorithms for the single-machine tardiness problem

A basic problem in scheduling involves the sequencing of a set of independent tasks at a single facility with the objective of minimizing mean tardiness. Although the problem is relatively simple, the determination of an optimal sequence remains a challenging combinatorial problem. A number of algorithms have been developed for finding solutions, and this paper reports a comparative evaluation of these procedures. Computer programs for five separate algorithms were written and all were run on a data base designed to highlight computational differences. Optimizing algorithms developed by Emmons and by Srinivasan appeared to be particularly efficient in the comparative study.     

虚拟战场的实时四声道立体声合成

面向虚拟战场提出了实现实时四声道立体声合成的简化算法。针对四声道立体声的特殊性 ,首先探讨了四声道立体声系统中扬声器的配置方案。在四声道立体声系统扬声器配置方案的基础上 ,解决了单声源的表示、声强衰减及实时立体声化问题 ,然后提出一种评价混声效果的标准及一个评价声源对整个声音所作贡献的公式 ,并由此提出一个混声公式 ,从而解决了多声源环境的实时混声问题。该套算法用于应用系统 ,取得了较好的效果。     

误差配准在两种纯距离定位算法的应用比较

组网雷达系统中,由于观测信息量的增加,对目标存在多种定位算法。很多情形下,误差配准公式是基于某一定位算法推导而来,误差配准的结果也相应的用来提高此定位算法的定位精度。定位算法的复杂程度不同导致基于此算法推导误差配准公式难度不一致,不同定位算法的定位精度也不尽相同。因此,对两种多距离定位算法的定位精度、误差配准推导难易程度进行了理论分析和仿真计算,给出了定位精度的解析表达式和仿真结果。利用表达式简单的定位算法推导基于最小二乘的误差配准公式,并将误差配准结果反馈给定位精度高的定位算法,以最大程度提高误差配准结果的应用效果,减轻计算复杂度,提高信息的利用度。     

面向多最优解组合优化问题的决策求解算法

针对具有固定物品总和、多最优解特征的组合优化问题,以固定总和实数子集问题和购买鸡翅问题为例,给出了这类多最优解组合优化问题的形式化表示。在分析枚举等经典算法基础上,提出了基于整数状态表示和实数状态表示的0-1决策递归搜索多最优解动态规划算法。针对该算法在最优解数量较大时,时间复杂度趋向O(mⁿ)的问题,提出了基于相同决策路径合并和基于0-x决策的两种改进算法。实验中两种改进算法的计算时间基本符合与O(nb+nm)的正比关系,表明对于这类多最优解组合优化问题具有良好的求解性能。     

Tree-search algorithms for quadratic assignment problems

Problems having the mathematical structure of a quadratic assignment problem are found in a diversity of contexts: by the economist in assigning a number of plants or indivisible operations to a number of different geographical locations; by the architect or indusatrial engineer in laying out activities, offices, or departments in a building; by the human engineer in arranging the indicators and controls in an operators control room; by the electronics engineer in laying out components on a backboard; by the computer systems engineer in arranging information in drum and disc storage; by the production scheduler in sequencing work through a production facility; and so on. In this paper we discuss several types of algorithms for solving such problems, presenting a unifying framework for some of the existing algorithms, and dcscribing some new algorithms. All of the algorithms discussed proceed first to a feasible solution and then to better and better feasible solutions, until ultimately one is discovered which is shown to be optimal.     

New purification algorithms for linear programming

Two new algorithms are presented for solving linear programs which employ the opposite-sign property defined for a set of vectors in m space. The first algorithm begins with a strictly positive feasible solution and purifies it to a basic feasible solution having objective function value no less under maximization. If this solution is not optimal, then it is drawn back into the interior with the same objective function value, and a restart begins. The second algorithm can begin with any arbitrary feasible point. If necessary this point is purified to a basic feasible solution by dual-feasibility–seeking directions. Should dual feasibility be attained, then a duality value interval is available for estimating the unknown objective function value. If at this juncture the working basis is not primal feasible, then further purification steps are taken tending to increase the current objective function value, while simultaneously seeking another dual feasible solution. Both algorithms terminate with an optimal basic solution in a finite number of steps.     

Distance-directed augmenting path algorithms for maximum flow and parametric maximum flow problems

Until recently, fast algorithms for the maximum flow problem have typically proceeded by constructing layered networks and establishing blocking flows in these networks. However, in recent years, new distance-directed algorithms have been suggested that do not construct layered networks but instead maintain a distance label with each node. The distance label of a node is a lower bound on the length of the shortest augmenting path from the node to the sink. In this article we develop two distance-directed augmenting path algorithms for the maximum flow problem. Both the algorithms run in O(n²m) time on networks with n nodes and m arcs. We also point out the relationship between the distance labels and layered networks. Using a scaling technique, we improve the complexity of our distance-directed algorithms to O(nm log U), where U denotes the largest arc capacity. We also consider applications of these algorithms to unit capacity maximum flow problems and a class of parametric maximum flow problems.     

Maintenance scheduling for modular systems: Modeling and algorithms

We study new models of scheduled maintenance management for modular systems, consisting of multiple components with respective cycle limits. The cycle limit of each component specifies the time interval in which this component must be repaired or replaced. The goal is to compute a feasible maintenance schedule that minimizes the cost associated with component maintenance. Applications of these models arise in Air Force aircraft maintenance as well as in other arenas with required preventive maintenance. The typical cost structures that arise in practical settings are submodular, which make the resulting models computationally challenging. We develop two efficient and operationally tenable approximation algorithms. We prove constant factor worst‐case guarantees for both algorithms, and present computational experiments showing that these algorithms perform within a few percent of optimality on operationally relevant instances. © 2014 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Naval Research Logistics 61: 472–488, 2014     

激光二极管与单模光纤自动对准搜索算法

针对激光二极管与单模光纤的自动对准,从搜索路径规划和参数选择出发,给出五自由度自动对准搜索算法解决方案,为了提高搜索效率,提出新的指数函数拟合算法应用到XY平面的搜索过程中,给出了算法的基本原理和实现方法。实验证明,与爬山法相比,这种算法由于减少了采样点数而缩短了搜索时间,从而提高了自动对准的速度。     

Decomposition algorithms for the maximum-weight connected graph problem

Given a positive integer R and a weight for each vertex in a graph, the maximum-weight connected graph problem (MCG) is to find a connected subgraph with R vertices that maximizes the sum of their weights. MCG has applications to communication network design and facility expansion. The constrained MCG (CMCG) is MCG with a constraint that one predetermined vertex must be included in the solution. In this paper, we introduce a class of decomposition algorithms for MCG. These algorithms decompose MCG into a number of small CMCGs by adding vertices one at a time and building a partial graph. They differ in the ordering of adding vertices. Proving that finding an ordering that gives the minimum number of CMCGs is NP-complete, we present three heuristic algorithms. Experimental results show that these heuristics are very effective in reducing computation and that different orderings can significantly affect the number of CMCGs to be solved. © 1998 John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Naval Research Logistics 45: 817–837, 1998     

Hybrid heuristics for minimum cardinality set covering problems

Minimum cardinality set covering problems (MCSCP) tend to be more difficult to solve than weighted set covering problems because the cost or weight associated with each variable is the same. Since MCSCP is NP-complete, large problem instances are commonly solved using some form of a greedy heuristic. In this paper hybrid algorithms are developed and tested against two common forms of the greedy heuristic. Although all the algorithms tested have the same worst case bounds provided by Ho [7], empirical results for 60 large randomly generated problems indicate that one algorithm performed better than the others.