Modifying the Starting Variable Value for Optimization

A variable's starting value is the first value to be solved during the optimization analysis. Optimetrics automatically sets the starting value of a variable to be the current value set for the nominal design. You can modify this value for each optimization setup.

Note: If you choose to solve a parametric setup before an optimization analysis, a variable's starting value is ignored if a more appropriate starting value is calculated for it during the parametric analysis.
  1. In the Setup Optimization dialog box, click the Variables tab.

    2. All of the variables that were selected for the optimization analysis are listed.

  2. Type a new value in the Starting Value text box for the value you want to override, and then press Enter.

    3. The Override option is now selected. This indicates that the value you entered is used for this optimization analysis, and the current value set for the nominal model is ignored.

    Alternatively, you can select the Override option first, and then type a new variable value in the Starting Value text box.

  3. Optionally, click a new unit system in one of the Units text boxes.
Note: To revert to the default starting value, clear the Override check box.

Related Topics 

Setting the Min. and Max. Variable Values for Optimization

Step Size

Setting the Min and Max Focus

Modifying the Starting Variable Value for Sensitivity Analysis

Modifying the Starting Variable Value for Statistical Analysis