Least Absolute Deviations

Least Absolute Deviations
Author: P- Bloomfield
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 363
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1468485741

Least squares is probably the best known method for fitting linear models and by far the most widely used. Surprisingly, the discrete L 1 analogue, least absolute deviations (LAD) seems to have been considered first. Possibly the LAD criterion was forced into the background because of the com putational difficulties associated with it. Recently there has been a resurgence of interest in LAD. It was spurred on by work that has resulted in efficient al gorithms for obtaining LAD fits. Another stimulus came from robust statistics. LAD estimates resist undue effects from a feyv, large errors. Therefore. in addition to being robust, they also make good starting points for other iterative, robust procedures. The LAD criterion has great utility. LAD fits are optimal for linear regressions where the errors are double exponential. However they also have excellent properties well outside this narrow context. In addition they are useful in other linear situations such as time series and multivariate data analysis. Finally, LAD fitting embodies a set of ideas that is important in linear optimization theory and numerical analysis. viii PREFACE In this monograph we will present a unified treatment of the role of LAD techniques in several domains. Some of the material has appeared in recent journal papers and some of it is new. This presentation is organized in the following way. There are three parts, one for Theory, one for Applicatior.s and one for Algorithms.

Alternative Methods of Regression

Alternative Methods of Regression
Author: David Birkes
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2011-09-20
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1118150244

Of related interest. Nonlinear Regression Analysis and its Applications Douglas M. Bates and Donald G. Watts ".an extraordinary presentation of concepts and methods concerning the use and analysis of nonlinear regression models.highly recommend[ed].for anyone needing to use and/or understand issues concerning the analysis of nonlinear regression models." --Technometrics This book provides a balance between theory and practice supported by extensive displays of instructive geometrical constructs. Numerous in-depth case studies illustrate the use of nonlinear regression analysis--with all data sets real. Topics include: multi-response parameter estimation; models defined by systems of differential equations; and improved methods for presenting inferential results of nonlinear analysis. 1988 (0-471-81643-4) 365 pp. Nonlinear Regression G. A. F. Seber and C. J. Wild ".[a] comprehensive and scholarly work.impressively thorough with attention given to every aspect of the modeling process." --Short Book Reviews of the International Statistical Institute In this introduction to nonlinear modeling, the authors examine a wide range of estimation techniques including least squares, quasi-likelihood, and Bayesian methods, and discuss some of the problems associated with estimation. The book presents new and important material relating to the concept of curvature and its growing role in statistical inference. It also covers three useful classes of models --growth, compartmental, and multiphase --and emphasizes the limitations involved in fitting these models. Packed with examples and graphs, it offers statisticians, statistical consultants, and statistically oriented research scientists up-to-date access to their fields. 1989 (0-471-61760-1) 768 pp. Mathematical Programming in Statistics T. S. Arthanari and Yadolah Dodge "The authors have achieved their stated intention.in an outstanding and useful manner for both students and researchers.Contains a superb synthesis of references linked to the special topics and formulations by a succinct set of bibliographical notes.Should be in the hands of all system analysts and computer system architects." --Computing Reviews This unique book brings together most of the available results on applications of mathematical programming in statistics, and also develops the necessary statistical and programming theory and methods. 1981 (0-471-08073-X) 413 pp.

Mathematical Programming And Game Theory For Decision Making

Mathematical Programming And Game Theory For Decision Making
Author: S K Neogy
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 498
Release: 2008-04-28
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 9814471240

This edited book presents recent developments and state-of-the-art review in various areas of mathematical programming and game theory. It is a peer-reviewed research monograph under the ISI Platinum Jubilee Series on Statistical Science and Interdisciplinary Research. This volume provides a panoramic view of theory and the applications of the methods of mathematical programming to problems in statistics, finance, games and electrical networks. It also provides an important as well as timely overview of research trends and focuses on the exciting areas like support vector machines, bilevel programming, interior point method for convex quadratic programming, cooperative games, non-cooperative games and stochastic games. Researchers, professionals and advanced graduates will find the book an essential resource for current work in mathematical programming, game theory and their applications.

Selected Papers of C.R. Rao

Selected Papers of C.R. Rao
Author: Calyampudi Radhakrishna Rao
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 520
Release: 1989
Genre: Mathematical statistics
ISBN: 9788122412857

The Volume Five Of Selected Papers Of C.R. Rao Consists Of 32 Papers That Appeared In Various Publications From 1985. These Papers Are Selected To Showcase Some Of The Fundamental Contributions In Characterizations Of Probability Distributions, Density Estimation, Analysis Of Multivariate Familial Data, Correspondence Analysis, Shape And Size Analysis, Signal Detection, Inference Based On Quadratic Entropy, Bootstrap, L-L Norm, Convex Discrepancy Function Etc., Estimation Problems In Univariate And Multivariate Linear Models And Regression Models Using Unified Theory Of Linear Estimation, M-Estimates, Lad Estimates Etc. And Many More Novel Concepts And Ideas With Enormous Potential For Further Research And In Which Active Research Is Being Carried Out.The Highlight Of This Volume Is The Stimulating Retrospection Of Prof. C.R. Rao About His Work Spanning The Last Three Score Years. An Updated Bibliography And A Brief Biographical Profile Of Prof. Rao Are Also Included.These Volumes Are Intended Not Only As A Ready Reference To Most Of Prof. Rao'S Oft Quoted And Used Results But Also To Inspire And Initiate Research Workers To The Broad Spectrum Of Areas In Theoretical And Applied Statistics In Which Prof. Rao Has Contributed.

Applied Linear Statistical Models

Applied Linear Statistical Models
Author: Michael H. Kutner
Publisher: McGraw-Hill/Irwin
Total Pages: 1396
Release: 2005
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 9780072386882

Linear regression with one predictor variable; Inferences in regression and correlation analysis; Diagnosticis and remedial measures; Simultaneous inferences and other topics in regression analysis; Matrix approach to simple linear regression analysis; Multiple linear regression; Nonlinear regression; Design and analysis of single-factor studies; Multi-factor studies; Specialized study designs.

Linear Regression Analysis

Linear Regression Analysis
Author: Xin Yan
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 349
Release: 2009
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 9812834109

"This volume presents in detail the fundamental theories of linear regression analysis and diagnosis, as well as the relevant statistical computing techniques so that readers are able to actually model the data using the techniques described in the book. This book is suitable for graduate students who are either majoring in statistics/biostatistics or using linear regression analysis substantially in their subject area." --Book Jacket.

Spatial Analysis Methods and Practice

Spatial Analysis Methods and Practice
Author: George Grekousis
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 535
Release: 2020-06-11
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1108498981

An introductory overview of spatial analysis and statistics through GIS, including worked examples and critical analysis of results.

A First Course in Linear Model Theory

A First Course in Linear Model Theory
Author: Nalini Ravishanker
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 490
Release: 2020-09-14
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1000228630

This innovative, intermediate-level statistics text fills an important gap by presenting the theory of linear statistical models at a level appropriate for senior undergraduate or first-year graduate students. With an innovative approach, the author's introduces students to the mathematical and statistical concepts and tools that form a foundation

Sign-based Methods in Linear Statistical Models

Sign-based Methods in Linear Statistical Models
Author: M. V. Boldin
Publisher: American Mathematical Soc.
Total Pages: 252
Release: 1997-04-22
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 9780821897768

For nonparametric statistics, the last half of this century was the time when rank-based methods originated, were vigorously developed, reached maturity, and received wide recognition. The rank-based approach in statistics consists in ranking the observed values and using only the ranks rather than the original numerical data. In fitting relationships to observed data, the ranks of residuals from the fitted dependence are used. The signed-based approach is based on the assumption that random errors take positive or negative values with equal probabilities. Under this assumption, the sign procedures are distribution-free. These procedures are robust to violations of model assumptions, for instance, to even a considerable number of gross errors in observations. In addition, sign procedures have fairly high relative asymptotic efficiency, in spite of the obvious loss of information incurred by the use of signs instead of the corresponding numerical values. In this work, sign-based methods in the framework of linear models are developed. In the first part of the book, there are linear and factor models involving independent observations. In the second part, linear models of time series, primarily autoregressive models, are considered.