Dynamic Optimization

This book is a natural outcome of the author's involvement in the field of dynamic optimization (optimal control) both by direct contribution by original research, as well as continuous monitoring of research advancements and industrial applications. The overall aim is to provide a rich and informative source book, where theoretical concepts are explained in the light of modern numerical techniques with the primary means being translating them into practical implementations and guiding practitioners in formulating, solving and trouble-shooting applications. For a better understanding, the theory is substantiated by numerous computational examples and algorithmic procedures and illustrations. The book offers a complete coverage of the theory and provides practical algorithms and solution recipes that translate theoretical rigor into realistic applications.