Stochastic Programming: Numerical Techniques and Engineering Applications

Front Matter....Pages I-IX
Types of Asymptotic Approximations for Normal Probability Integrals....Pages 1-7
Strong Convexity and Directional Derivatives of Marginal Values in Two-Stage Stochastic Programming....Pages 8-21
Computation of Probability Functions and its Derivatives by means of Orthogonal Function Series Expansions....Pages 22-53
Computer Support for Modeling in Stochastic Linear Programming....Pages 54-70
Structural Design via Evolution Strategies....Pages 71-92
On the Regularized Decomposition Method for Stochastic Programming Problems....Pages 93-108
Multipoint Approximation Method for Structural Optimization Problems with Noisy Function Values....Pages 109-122
Sequential Convex Programming Methods....Pages 123-141
Target Costing: The Data Problem....Pages 142-176
Statistical Characterization of Granular Assemblies....Pages 177-195
On Stochastic Aspects of a Metal Cutting Problem....Pages 196-209
Consideration of Stochastic Effects for Finding Optimal Layouts of Mechanical Structures....Pages 210-229
Tolerance Dynamics for a High Precision Balance....Pages 230-252
On Boundary — Initial Value Problem for Linear Hyperbolic Thermoelasticity Equations with Control of Temperature....Pages 253-267
Optimal Trajectory Planning for Robots under the Consideration of Stochastic Parameters and Disturbances — Computation of an Efficient Open-Loop Strategy....Pages 268-288
Performance Characteristics of OC Methods with Applications in Topology Design....Pages 289-328
Stochastic Optimization Models for Machining Operations....Pages 329-351