Variational characterization of the contingent epiderivative

In this paper the existence of the contingent epiderivative of a set-valued map is studied from a variational perspective. We give a variational characterization of the ideal minimal of a weakly compact set. As a consequence we characterize the existence of the contingent epiderivative in terms of an associated family of variational systems. When a set-valued map takes values in Rn we show that these systems can be formulated in terms of the contingent epiderivatives of scalar set-valued maps. By applying these results we extend some existing theorems.     

The existence of contingent epiderivatives for set-valued maps

This short note deals with the issue of existence of contingent epiderivatives for set-valued maps defined from a real normed space to the real line. A theorem of Jahn-Rauh [1], given for the existence of contingent epiderivatives, is used to obtain more general existence results. The strength and the limitations of the main result are discussed by means of some examples.     

About contingent epiderivatives

In this paper we analyze some questions concerning the contingent epiderivative. When the ordering cone is not necessarily pointed we introduce the notion of family of contingent epiderivatives. We also investigate the relationship between the contingent derivative and the generalized epiderivative. Furthermore, we give existence theorems with respect to Daniell cones. As a particular case, we study set-valued maps that take values in Rn.     

-contingent epiderivatives in reflexive spaces

In this paper we introduce a notion of the τ^w-contingent epiderivative of a set-valued map by considering the weak topology in the image space. We establish a chain rule formula for families of τ^w-contingent and contingent epiderivatives. When the image space is reflexive and the ordering cone a half-space, we give conditions for the existence of the family of τ^w-contingent epiderivatives of a stable set-valued map; moreover we obtain an interesting formula that connects this family with the contingent epiderivative of an associated scalar set-valued map. Finally we apply the previous results in order to establish optimality conditions for a set-valued optimization problem via epiderivatives with respect to half-spaces associated with the ordering cone. In particular we provide a scalarization method for computing these conditions in reflexive spaces.     

向量集值优化超有效解的对偶问题

借助于Contingent切锥和集值映射的上图而引入的有关集值映射的Contingent切导数，对约束集值优化问题的超有效解建立了最优性Kuhn Tucker必要及充分性条件,借此建立了向量集值优化超有效解的Wolfe型和Mond Weir型对偶定理.     

Some Calculus Rules for Contingent Epiderivatives

This article presents some calculus rules for contingent epiderivatives of set-valued maps. Among other results the main emphasis is focused on a formula for scalar multiplication, sum formulae and chain rules. The calculus of contingent cones and some inversion theorems are used as a tool. Some applications are also given.     

The role of directional compactness in the existence and computation of contingent epiderivatives

This paper underlines the role of directional compactness in the scalarization of graphical derivatives of set-valued maps taking values in infinite-dimensional spaces. Two main theorems are given. The first one states the equivalence of contingent epiderivatives and τw-contingent epiderivatives for directionally compact maps. The second main result proves a variational characterization for the contingent epiderivative of stable and directionally compact maps taking values in general image spaces, extending known results in finite-dimensional and reflexive Banach spaces. The hypotheses given are minimal as is shown by means of several examples. Connections of these theorems with other results of the literature are also provided.     

Generalized Higher-Order Optimality Conditions for Set-Valued Optimization under Henig Efficiency

In this paper, generalized mth-order contingent epiderivative and generalized mth-order epiderivative of set-valued maps are introduced, respectively. By virtue of the generalized mth-order epiderivatives, generalized necessary and sufficient optimality conditions are obtained for Henig efficient solutions to a set-valued optimization problem whose constraint set is determined by a fixed set. Generalized Kuhn–Tucker type necessary and sufficient optimality conditions are also obtained for Henig efficient solutions to a set-valued optimization problem whose constraint set is determined by a set-valued map.     

Calculus Rules for Derivatives of Multimaps

In this paper, by virtue of two intermediate derivative-like multifunctions, which depend on an element in the intermediate space, some exact calculus rules are obtained for calculating the derivatives of the composition of two set-valued maps. Similar rules are displayed for sums. Moreover, by using these calculus rules, the solution map of a parametrized variational inequality and the variations of the feasible set of a parametrized mathematical programming problem are studied. This research was partially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant numbers: 10871216 and 60574073).     

Computation formulas and multiplier rules for graphical derivatives in separable Banach spaces

In this paper, we present new computation formulas for the contingent epiderivative and hypoderivative of a set-valued map taking values in a Banach space with a shrinking Schauder basis. These formulas are established in terms of the Fourier coefficients, and, in particular, in terms of the derivatives of the component maps associated with the Schauder basis. As an application, we obtain multiplier rules for vector optimization problems in terms of the derivatives of the component maps, extending classical results from smooth multiobjective optimization problems.     

Higher-order tangent epiderivatives and applications to duality in set-valued optimization

In the paper, we introduce higher-order tangent epiderivatives for set-valued maps. Then, we study some basic properties of these concepts. Finally, we establish some results on duality in set-valued optimization. Several examples are given to illustrate the obtained results.

     

Second-Order Optimality Conditions for Set-Valued Vector Equilibrium Problems

In this article, by using the generalized second-order contingent (adjacent) epiderivatives of set-valued maps, we obtain necessary optimality conditions and sufficient optimality conditions for weakly efficient solutions, Henig efficient solutions to the set-valued vector equilibrium problems with constraints. Some results of this article improve the corresponding results in literatures by lessening the assumption of convexity.     

Loose saddle points of set-valued maps in topological vector spaces

We give a new existence theorem for loose saddle point of set-valued map having values in a partially ordered topological vector space which is based on continuity and quasiconvexity- quasiconcavity of its scalarized maps. Moreover, we prove a new saddle point theorem for vector-valued functions in locally convex topological vector spaces under weak condition that is the semicontinuity of two function scalarization.     

Higher order optimality conditions for Henig efficient solutions in set-valued optimization

In this paper, higher order generalized contingent epiderivative and higher order generalized adjacent epiderivative of set-valued maps are introduced. Necessary and sufficient conditions for Henig efficient solutions to a constrained set-valued optimization problem are given by employing the higher order generalized epiderivatives.     

Sensitivity analysis in constrained set-valued optimization via Studniarski derivatives

In the paper, we develop some calculus of Studniarski derivatives for set-valued maps. Then, we establish relationships between Studniarski derivatives of a given objective map and that of the weak perturbation map. Finally, applications to sensitivity analysis of a constrained set-valued optimization problem are obtained. Several examples are given to illustrate some advantages of our results over recent existing ones in the literature.     

Second-Order Optimality Conditions in Set Optimization

In this paper, we propose second-order epiderivatives for set-valued maps. By using these concepts, second-order necessary optimality conditions and a sufficient optimality condition are given in set optimization. These conditions extend some known results in optimization.The authors are grateful to the referees for careful reading and helpful remarks.     

Optimality conditions for set-valued maps with set optimization

Problems in set-valued optimization can be solved via set optimization. In this paper optimality conditions are studied for set-valued maps with set optimization. Optimality requirements are established for continuous selections using directional derivatives. Necessary and sufficient conditions for the existence of solutions are shown for set-valued maps under generalized convexity assumptions and with the notion of the contingent derivative.     

Differential and sensitivity properties of gap functions for Minty vector variational inequalities

The purpose of this paper is to investigate differential properties of a class of set-valued maps and gap functions involving Minty vector variational inequalities. Relationships between their contingent derivatives are discussed. An explicit expression of the contingent derivative for the class of set-valued maps is established. Optimality conditions of solutions for Minty vector variational inequalities are obtained.     

A calculus for set-valued maps and set-valued evolution equations

A definition of differentiability of a set-valued map is offered. As derivatives, which are called directives in the set-valued setting, unions of affine maps are used; these are called multiaffines. A multiaffine is a directive if it is a first-order approximation of the set-valued map. One application is a necessary condition for maximin optimality of constrained decisions. A distance among multiaffines permits the development of set-valued evolution equations along the lines of ordinary differential equations in a vector space. The theory is displayed along with some comments on applications.Incumbent of the Hettie H. Heineman Professorial Chair in Mathematics.     

Sensitivity analysis in vector optimization

For a vector optimization problem that depends on a parameter vector, the sensitivity analysis of perturbation, proper perturbation, and weak perturbation maps is dealth with. Each of the perturbation maps is defined as a set-valued map which associates to each parameter value the set of all minimal, properly minimal, and weakly minimal points of the perturbed feasible set in the objective space with respect to a fixed ordering cone. Using contingent cones in a finite-dimensional Euclidean space, we investigate the relationship between the contingent derivatives of the three types of perturbation maps and three types of minimal point sets for the contingent derivative of the feasible-set map in the objective space. These results provide quantitative informations on the behavior of the perturbation maps.The authors would like to thank the referees for their valuable comments and suggestions.