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Uncertain input data problems and the worst scenario method

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An introduction to the worst scenario method is given. We start with an example and a general abstract scheme. An analysis of the method both on the continuous and approximate levels is discussed. We show a possible incorporation of the method into the fuzzy set theory. Finally, we present a survey of applications published during the last decade.

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This work was supported by grant 201/04/1503 from the Czech Science Foundation and by the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, Institutional Research Plan No. AV0Z10190503

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Hlaváček, I. Uncertain input data problems and the worst scenario method. Appl Math 52, 187–196 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10492-007-0010-9

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