On Modeling Local Search with Special-Purpose Combinatorial Optimization Hardware

As we approach the physical limits predicted by Moore’s law, a variety of specialized hardware is emerging to tackle specialized tasks in different domains. Within combinatorial optimization, adiabatic quantum computers, CMOS annealers, and optical parametric oscillators are few of the emerging specialized hardware technology aimed at solving optimization problems. In terms of mathematical framework, the … Read more

Optimal Installation for Electric Vehicle Wireless Charging Lanes

Range anxiety, the persistent worry about not having enough battery power to complete a trip, remains one of the major obstacles to widespread electric-vehicle adoption. As cities look to attract more users to adopt electric vehicles, the emergence of wireless in-motion car charging technology presents itself as a solution to range anxiety. For a limited … Read more