On the Non-Computability of Convex Optimization Problems

Holger Boche, Andrea Grigorescu, Rafael F. Schaefer, H. Vincent Poor

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Abstract

This paper explores the computability of the optimal point in convex problems with inequality constraints. It is shown that feasible sets, defined by computable convex functions, can yield non-computable optimal points for strictly convex and computable objective functions. Additionally, the optimal point of the Lagrangian dual problem associated with such convex constraints is also proven to be non-computable. Despite converging sequences of computable numbers towards the Lagrangian's optimal point, algorithmic control of the approximation error is shown to be impossible.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2024 IEEE International Symposium on Information Theory, ISIT 2024 - Proceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages3083-3088
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9798350382846
DOIs
StatePublished - 2024
Externally publishedYes
Event2024 IEEE International Symposium on Information Theory, ISIT 2024 - Athens, Greece
Duration: 7 Jul 202412 Jul 2024

Publication series

NameIEEE International Symposium on Information Theory - Proceedings
ISSN (Print)2157-8095

Conference

Conference2024 IEEE International Symposium on Information Theory, ISIT 2024
Country/TerritoryGreece
CityAthens
Period7/07/2412/07/24

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