Optimal combinations of imperfect objects

Damien Challet, Neil F Johnson

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Abstract

An optimization problem of using imperfect objects, such as defective analog and digital components, was discussed. A combination or a subset was obtained that optimized the average error or the number of working transformations. Results using statistical physics showed that perfect, or near-perfect devices could be constructed and the remaining objects could be recycled efficiently with zero net wastage.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Article number028701
Pages (from-to)287011-287014
Number of pages4
JournalPhysical Review Letters
Volume89
Issue number2
StatePublished - Jul 8 2002
Externally publishedYes

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Challet, D., & Johnson, N. F. (2002). Optimal combinations of imperfect objects. Physical Review Letters, 89(2), 287011-287014. [028701].

Optimal combinations of imperfect objects. / Challet, Damien; Johnson, Neil F.

In: Physical Review Letters, Vol. 89, No. 2, 028701, 08.07.2002, p. 287011-287014.

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Challet, D & Johnson, NF 2002, 'Optimal combinations of imperfect objects', Physical Review Letters, vol. 89, no. 2, 028701, pp. 287011-287014.
Challet D, Johnson NF. Optimal combinations of imperfect objects. Physical Review Letters. 2002 Jul 8;89(2):287011-287014. 028701.
Challet, Damien ; Johnson, Neil F. / Optimal combinations of imperfect objects. In: Physical Review Letters. 2002 ; Vol. 89, No. 2. pp. 287011-287014.
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