Optimization Models

© Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg 2015. To model and solve a bi-level or multi-level optimization problem, we have to first understand basic single-level optimization models and related solution methods. This chapter introduces related concepts, models and solution methods of basic single-level optimization including linear programming, non-linear programming, multi-objective programming, goal programming, Stackelberg game theory, and particle swarm optimization. These knowledge will be used in the rest of the book