Delay equivalence in capital accumulation models

作者:Caulkins Jonathan P; Hartl Richard F*; Kort Peter M
来源:Journal of Mathematical Economics, 2010, 46(6): 1243-1246.
DOI:10.1016/j.jmateco.2010.08.021

摘要

We study delays in capital accumulation models. Our contribution is threefold. First, we identify a class of models that can be transformed into standard optimal control models without delay. Second, in the single state versions of these models the state trajectory is monotonic in the optimal solution. This is noteworthy given the common belief that adding delays facilitates oscillatory behavior of capital, output and investment. Third, we identify an equivalence result between time-to-install/deliver problems and time-to-build problems.

  • 出版日期2010-11-20