numerical optimization

[ˈnjuːmərɪkəl ˌɒptɪmaɪˈzeɪʃən]
nounpl: numerical optimizations
otimização numérica
1. A mathematical process of finding the best solution to a problem using computational methods and algorithms that iteratively improve an objective function
Numerical optimization is essential in engineering design to minimize material costs while maintaining structural integrity.
A otimização numérica é essencial no design de engenharia para minimizar custos de materiais mantendo a integridade estrutural.
2. The computational technique of determining the maximum or minimum value of a function subject to constraints using iterative numerical methods
The team used numerical optimization to find the optimal parameters for the machine learning model.
A equipe usou otimização numérica para encontrar os parâmetros ideais para o modelo de aprendizado de máquina.
Numerical optimization is a cornerstone of modern computational science and is heavily used in Brazil's growing tech and engineering sectors. The term is standardized across both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese academic literature, reflecting the universal nature of mathematical terminology.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
mathematical optimizationalgorithmic optimizationcomputational optimizationnonlinear optimization
Antonyms / Antônimos
analytical solutionexact solution

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
otimização numérica
Standard term used in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
otimização numérica
Common in tech and engineering industries
Rio de Janeiro
otimização numérica
Used in research institutions and universities
Portugal
otimização numérica
Same terminology; sometimes referred to as 'programação matemática'

Related Words

gradient descentobjective functionconvergenceconstraint satisfactionalgorithmlinear programmingnonlinear programming

Related Idioms & Phrases

find the sweet spot
fine-tune the parameters
converge to a solution
reach an optimal state
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