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  • Optimal Shape
  • Convexity Assumption
  • Optimal Shape Problem
  • Optimal Shape Design
  • Nonconvex Variational Problem

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Cellina, A. (2000). Introduction. In: Cellina, A., Ornelas, A. (eds) Optimal Shape Design. Lecture Notes in Mathematics, vol 1740. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/BFb0106740

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