Stochastic optimization of sailing trajectories in an upwind regatta
2015
Abstract
In a sailboat race, the navigator's attempts to plot the fastest possible course are hindered by shifty winds. We present mathematical models appropriate for this situation, which use statistical analysis of wind fluctuations and are amenable to stochastic optimization methods. We describe the decision tool that was developed and used in the 2007 America's Cup race and its impact on the races.
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Title
Stochastic optimization of sailing trajectories in an upwind regatta
Author(s)
Dalang, Robert C. ; Dumas, Frederic ; Sardy, Sylvain ; Morgenthaler, Stephan ; Vila, Juan
Published in
Journal Of The Operational Research Society
Pagination
15
Volume
66
Issue
5
Pages
807-821
Date
2015
Publisher
Basingstoke, Palgrave Macmillan
ISSN
0160-5682
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Scientific production and competences > SB - School of Basic Sciences > SB Archives > STAP - Chair of Applied Statistics
Scientific production and competences > SB - School of Basic Sciences > Mathematics
Peer-reviewed publications
Work produced at EPFL
Journal Articles
Published
Record creation date
2015-05-29