One of the most well-known approximations in physics is the spherical cow. For generations, physicists have treated cows as spheres, a simplifying assumption to make the math easier. However, this ...
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Abstract: Many real-world applications require the joint optimization of a large number of flexible devices over time. The flexibility of, e.g., multiple batteries, thermostatically controlled loads, ...