The Steiner Tree Problem

Hans Jurgen Promel

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The Steiner Tree Problem

by Hans Jurgen Promel, Angelika Steger

2002

Island Press

252

9783322802927

Description

In recent years, algorithmic graph theory has become increasingly important as a link between discrete mathematics and theoretical computer science. This textbook introduces students of mathematics and computer science to the interrelated fields of graphs theory, algorithms and complexity. No specific previous knowledge is assumed. The central theme of the book is a geometrical problem dating back to Jakob Steiner. This problem, now called the Steiner problem, was initially of importance only within the context of land surveying. In the last decade, however, applications as diverse as VLSI-layout and the study of phylogenetic trees led to a rapid rise of interest in this problem. The resulting progress has uncovered fascinating connections between and within graph theory, the study of algorithms, and complexity theory. This single problem thus serves to bind and motivate these areas. The book's topics include: exact algorithms, computational complexity, approximation algorithms, the use of randomness, limits of approximability. A special feature of the book is that each chapter ends with an "excursion" into some related area. These excursions reinforce the concepts and methods introduced for the Steiner problem by placing them in a broader context.

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For most readers, The Steiner Tree Problem typically takes between 5h 15m and 3h 30m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 63,000 words and common reading speeds.

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Who is the author of The Steiner Tree Problem?

The Steiner Tree Problem was written by Hans Jurgen Promel, Angelika Steger.

When was The Steiner Tree Problem published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2002. The original work may have been published on a different date.