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optimization

[ op-tuh-muh-zey-shuhn ]

  1. the fact of optimizing; making the best of anything.
  2. the condition of being optimized.
  3. Mathematics. a mathematical technique for finding a maximum or minimum value of a function of several variables subject to a set of constraints, as linear programming or systems analysis.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of optimization1

First recorded in 1855–60; optimize + -ation
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Beer's management model has five organizational levels, which include operations, regulation, optimization and intelligence.

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The order was signed Thursday by Burgum, giving Tyler Hassen sweeping authority to “effectuate the consolidation, unification and optimization of administrative functions” in the Department of Interior.

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On a more philosophical level, Klaas writes that it’s a “tragic mistake” to believe that “’survival of the fittest’ — with overtones of relentless, flawless optimization” fairly describes evolutionary principles.

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These insights were revealed through the integration of high-resolution weather data and energy system optimization used by the researchers.

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Gradient descent is a common method for model optimization.

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