Author : Mrinal K. Sen
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1139619519
Total Pages : 303 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (396 download)
Book Synopsis Global Optimization Methods in Geophysical Inversion by : Mrinal K. Sen
Download or read book Global Optimization Methods in Geophysical Inversion written by Mrinal K. Sen and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2013-02-21 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Providing an up-to-date overview of the most popular global optimization methods used in interpreting geophysical observations, this new edition includes a detailed description of the theoretical development underlying each method and a thorough explanation of the design, implementation and limitations of algorithms. New and expanded chapters provide details of recently developed methods, such as the neighborhood algorithm, particle swarm optimization, hybrid Monte Carlo and multi-chain MCMC methods. Other chapters include new examples of applications, from uncertainty in climate modeling to whole Earth studies. Several different examples of geophysical inversion, including joint inversion of disparate geophysical datasets, are provided to help readers design algorithms for their own applications. This is an authoritative and valuable text for researchers and graduate students in geophysics, inverse theory and exploration geoscience, and an important resource for professionals working in engineering and petroleum exploration.