Introduction to Unconstrained Optimisation

Integrating computer graphics and computer-based exercises with the text, An Introduction to Unconstrained Optimisation illustrates key methods with many examples and exercises using the computer. The modular approach of the software provides the opportunity to explore the algorithms used and to develop them further or try alternative approaches. Most of the algorithms are based upon a "hill-climbing" concept which, in two dimensions, is illustrated dynamically on the computer screen in the form of contour plots and search directions. The text is not specific to any particular microcomputer and the software is easily available using the order form in the book.Meegan, D. is the author of 'Introduction to Unconstrained Optimisation ', published 1990 under ISBN 9780750300254 and ISBN 0750300256.