Solving equations of the form H(x)=0 is one most faced problem in mathematics and other science fields such as chemistry or physics. This kind cannot be solved without use iterative methods. The Steffensen-type methods, defined using divided differences are derivative free, usually considered to solve these problems when H a non-differentiable operator due its accuracy efficiency. However, gene...

Bridges constitute an expensive segment of construction projects; the optimization of their designs will affect their high cost. Segmental precast concrete bridges are one of the most commonly serviced bridges built for mid and long spans. Genetic algorithm is one of the most widely applied meta-heuristic algorithms due to its ability in optimizing cost. Next to providing cost optimization of t...

Production planning includes complex topics of production and operation management that according to expansion of decision-making methods, have been considerably developed. Nowadays, Managers use innovative approaches to solving problems of production planning. Given that the production plan is a type of prediction, models should be such that the slightest deviation from their reality. In this ...