= Simulated annealing
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Simulated annealing is a probabilistic optimization algorithm inspired by the annealing process in metallurgy, where controlled cooling of materials leads to a more stable crystal structure. It is used to find an approximate solution to optimization problems, especially those that are discrete or combinatorial in nature. \#\#\# Key Concepts: 1. **Metaphor of Annealing**: In metallurgy, when a metal is heated and then gradually cooled, it allows the atoms to settle into a more organized and low-energy state.
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