Nucleolus (game theory)

In cooperative game theory, the nucleolus is a solution concept that aims to find a fair distribution of resources among players in a cooperative game. Specifically, it provides a way to allocate a total payoff to players such that the allocation minimizes the maximum dissatisfaction (or excess) of coalitions of players. ### Key Concepts: 1. **Cooperative Game**: In a cooperative game, players can form coalitions and make binding agreements to distribute payoffs among themselves.