Benchmark Functions for Optimization Studies

Definitions and properties of the benchmark functions used in a specific study. The dataset is a 5.5 KB Excel file authored by Jiangxue Tian and last updated on June 2, 2026. It is shared under a CC-BY-4.0 license on the figshare platform.

Use Cases

• Testing optimization algorithm performance based on defined function properties.
• Comparing convergence rates of different algorithms on a common set of benchmark functions.
• Reproducing or validating the results of the associated study using the provided function definitions.

Strengths

• Dataset is small (5.5 KB), ensuring quick download and easy inspection.
• Has a clear, permissive license (CC-BY-4.0) for reuse and modification.
• Provides a specific, documented purpose as benchmark functions for a study.

Limitations

• Row count and specific column definitions are unknown, limiting suitability assessment.
• Description metadata is limited; actual data structure and quality require manual inspection after download.

Provenance

Source

Jiangxue Tian via figshare

Collection Method

Likely compiled or defined for a specific research study.

Freshness

Last updated 2026-06-02 17:31:41; freshness should be verified.