Rectangle Packing

Rectangle packing is the process of arranging multiple rectangular items within a larger container or space to maximize efficiency, minimize wasted area, or fit everything together without overlap. It’s commonly used in logistics, manufacturing, and graphic design to optimize space usage, such as arranging items on a conveyor belt or fitting images into a webpage layout. The goal is to find the best way to position rectangles so they occupy the smallest possible area while respecting size constraints and avoiding overlaps, often using algorithms that systematically explore different arrangements for optimal results.