Optimizer Node

In the CONNECT Edition, the Optimizer is enhanced to accept two sets of objectives, MinimizationObjectives and MaximizationObjectives, instead of one set of Objectives all of which were minimized. The Optimizer's goal is to minimize all MinimizationObjectives, and maximize all MaximizationObjectives, preserving the principle of the DAG.

The GA in the Optimizer is an expansion of an algorithm used in Bentley's engineering tools since about 2005. Originally a single-objective algorithm it has been expanded to a truly multi-objective algorithm.

Database Facilities in CONNECT Edition

GenerativeComponents provides facilities for accessing data stored in many types of databases supported by ADO.NET.