ellipsoid method

noun

An iterative method for optimizing convex functions over convex sets.

Meanings

nounellipsoid method (plural ellipsoid methods)

plural ellipsoid methods

  1. mathematical analysisAn iterative method for optimizing convex functions over convex sets.
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