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Algorithms for constrained optimal transport

Optimization and Control 2024-04-02 v1 Dynamical Systems

Abstract

We derive iterative scaling algorithms of the Sinkhorn-Knopp (SK) type for constrained optimal transport. The constraints are in the form of prior-imposed zeroes in the transport plan. Based on classical Bregman arguments, we prove asymptotic convergence of our algorithms to a unique optimal solution. New insights obtained from the convergence proof are highlighted. An example from electrical vehicle charging in a smart city context is outlined, in which the prior zero-constraints prevent energy from being transported from some providers to some vehicles.

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@article{arxiv.2404.00003,
  title  = {Algorithms for constrained optimal transport},
  author = {Martin Corless and Anthony Quinn and Sarah Boufelja and Robert Shorten},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:2404.00003},
  year   = {2024}
}

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