Characterization of the norm-based robust solutions in vector optimization

Abstract

In this paper, we study the norm-based robust (efficient) solutions of a Vector Optimization Problem (VOP). We define two kinds of non-ascent directions in terms of Clarke's generalized gradient and characterize norm-based robustness by means of the newly-defined directions. This is done under a basic Constraint Qualification (CQ). We extend the provided characterization to VOPs with conic constraints. Moreover, we derive a necessary condition for norm-based robustness utilizing a nonsmooth gap function.