From its origins in the minimization of integral functionals, the notion of variations has evolved greatly in connection with applications in optimization, equilibrium, and control. This book develops
From its origins in the minimization of integral functionals, the notion of variations has evolved greatly in connection with applications in optimization, equilibrium, and control. This book develops
Rapid changes in today's environment emphasize the need for models and meth- ods capable of dealing with the uncertainty inherent in virtually all systems re- lated to economics, meteorology, demograp