Handbook of Combinatorial Optimization

The first of a multi-volume set, which deals with several algorithmic approaches for discrete problems as well as many combinatorial problems. It is addressed to researchers in discrete optimization, and to all scientists who use combinatorial optimization methods to model and solve problems.

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This is the first of a multi-volume set. The various volumes deal with several algorithmic approaches for discrete problems as well as with many combinatorial problems. Almost every aspect of the enormous field with emphasis on recent developments is covered. Each chapter is essentially expository in nature, but of scholarly treatment. This volume is addressed not only to researchers in discrete optimization, but to all scientists who use combinatorial optimization methods to model and solve problems.