Lasdon Leon S.

Leon S. Lasdon

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Found 9 papers in total
Using global optimization to estimate population class sizes
2006
In this paper we formulate a nonlinear optimization model to estimate population class...
A note extending Grosskopf, Hayes, Taylor and Weber, “Anticipating the consequences of school reform: A new use of DEA”
2005
The article cited in the current paper's title shows how to extend Data Envelopment...
Piece-by-piece approach to solving large nonlinear water resources management models
2001
Most large nonlinear optimization models are composed of ‘pieces’ –...
Solving large nonconvex water resources management models using generalized Benders decomposition
2001
Nonconvex nonlinear programming (NLP) problems arise frequently in water resources...
A scenario-based stochastic programming model for water supplies from the highland lakes
2000
A scenario-based, multistage stochastic programming model is developed for the...
Design and use of the Microsoft Excel Solver
1998
In designing the spreadsheet optimizer that is bundled with Microsoft Excel, we and...
Primal–dual and primal interior point algorithms for general nonlinear programs
1995
An interior point algorithm for general nonlinear programs is presented. Inequality...
The evolution of Texaco’s blending systems: From OMEGA to StarBlend
1995
Gasoline blending is a critical refinery operation. In the 1980s, Texaco developed...
OMEGA: An improved gasoline blending system for Texaco
1989
Gasoline blending is a critical refinery operation. In 1980, Texaco began developing...
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