Operations Research - (Third Edition)

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Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: Based on the revised edition, this book incorporates feedback from a wide range of readers and includes localized adjustments and modifications. In addition to the original topics such as linear programming, integer programming, nonlinear programming, dynamic programming, graph and network analysis, queuing theory, inventory theory, game theory, decision theory, goal programming, and multi-objective decision-making, a chapter on heuristic methods has been added. The book focuses on introducing the fundamental principles and methods of operations research, emphasizing practical applications in economics and management. It offers both depth and breadth, with exercises at the end of each chapter for self-study. Some sections include "Notes" to help readers stay updated on the development trends of various branches of operations research. This book can serve as a textbook for science and engineering majors in higher education institutions and also as a reference for postgraduate entrance exams. Based on the revised edition, this book incorporates feedback from a wide range of readers and includes localized adjustments and modifications. In addition to the original topics such as linear programming, integer programming, nonlinear programming, dynamic programming, graph and network analysis, queuing theory, inventory theory, game theory, decision theory, goal programming, and multi-objective decision-making, a chapter on heuristic methods has been added. The book focuses on introducing the fundamental principles and methods of operations research, emphasizing practical applications in economics and management. It offers both depth and breadth, with exercises at the end of each chapter for self-study. Some sections include "Notes" to help readers stay updated on the development trends of various branches of operations research. This book can serve as a textbook for science and engineering majors in higher education institutions and also as a reference for postgraduate entrance exams.