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The aim is to provide a brief historical timeline of linear programming and its development.

April 1, 2026Open Access

Notes on the History of Linear Programming

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Overview highlights the evolution of linear programming from Fourier to modern open problems, suggesting future research directions.

The aim is to provide a brief historical timeline of linear programming and its development.
Literature review of historical documents and contributions to linear programming
Discussion of major figures in the field such as Joseph Fourier, George B. Dantzig, and John Von Neumann
Overview of current open problems related to linear programming
Identifies Joseph Fourier as a precursor to modern linear programming concepts
Discusses the contributions of Dantzig and Von Neumann in formalizing the field
Highlights the ongoing challenges and unresolved issues in linear programming.

Vlach et al. (2025) studied this question.

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