For Fixed Control Parameters the Quantum Approximate Optimization Algorithm's Objective Function Value Concentrates for Typical Instances [PDF]
, 2018 The Quantum Approximate Optimization Algorithm, QAOA, uses a shallow depth quantum circuit to produce a parameter dependent state. For a given combinatorial optimization problem instance, the quantum expectation of the associated cost function is the ...
Brandao, Fernando G. S. L. +4 more
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Alternative Objective Functions for Firms
Organization & Environment, 2016 The predominant view of the role of business in society is that the objective of business is to maximize profit. Some argue that it ought to be something different. Others argue that for many firms it already is something different. However, the “something different” has not been fully fleshed out in its various versions.
Smith, N. Craig, Lankoski, Leena
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A Robust Parameter-Free Thresholding Method for Image Segmentation
IEEE Access, 2019 In this paper, we presented a new parameter-free thresholding method for image segmentation. In separating an image into two classes, the method employs an objective function that not only maximizes the between-class variance but also the distance ...
Xinhua Cao +6 more
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Multilinear Objective Function-based Clustering [PDF]
Proceedings of the 7th International Joint Conference on Computational Intelligence, 2015 The input of most clustering algorithms is a symmetric matrix quantifying similarity within data pairs. Such a matrix is here turned into a quadratic set function measuring cluster score or similarity within data subsets larger than pairs. In general, any set function reasonably assigning a cluster score to data subsets gives rise to an objective ...
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MODEL OF TAKEOFF AND LANDING OPERATIONS FOR CALCULATING OF AERODROME capacity
Научный вестник МГТУ ГА, 2016 The procedures for takeoff and landing of aircraft flow are discussed. An approach to the construction of a model for calculation of aerodrome capacity is proposed.
I. Yu. Agafonova +2 more
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Gradient methods for minimizing composite objective function [PDF]
In this paper we analyze several new methods for solving optimization problems with the objective function formed as a sum of two convex terms: one is smooth and given by a black-box oracle, and another is general but simple and its structure is known ...
NESTEROV, Yu.
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Structural Deign Optimization for A Two-link Robot to Suppress Undesirable Vibration
Journal of Advanced Mechanical Design, Systems, and Manufacturing, 2009 In this study, we address the case of a horizontal two-link robot with flexible timing belts and present a structural design guideline to reduce its undesirable vibration.
Shozo KAWAMURA +5 more
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Multiple Instances QoS Routing in RPL: Application to Smart Grids
Sensors, 2018 The Smart Grid (SG) aims to transform the current electric grid into a “smarter” network where the integration of renewable energy resources, energy efficiency and fault tolerance are the main benefits. This is done by interconnecting every energy source,
Jad Nassar +5 more
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Externalities, Monopoly and the Objective Function of the Firm [PDF]
This paper provides a theory of general equilibrium with externalities and/or monopoly. We assume that the firm's decisions are based on the preferences of shareholders and/or other stakeholders.
David Kelsey, Frank Milne
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Comparison of Subjective and Objective Physical Functions in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain [PDF]
, 2011 Purpose: To compare the subjective and objective physical function scores of patients with Chronic Low Back Pain (CLBP). Method: A cross- sectional survey design was used.
Agwubike, EO, Ezeukwu, AO
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