RONarvo

RONarvo is a modular software platform for real-time optimization and simulation of complex networks, with emphasis on energy systems, transportation, and logistics. It provides a framework for modeling nodes, links, and control policies, enabling users to run optimization across distributed components.

The name RONarvo combines a resource optimization focus with a suffix chosen for its distinctiveness. The project was developed by TechNova Labs and released publicly in 2019, with its core engine and Python API forming the initial package.

RONarvo's architecture is modular and service-oriented. It includes a core optimization engine, a plug-in system for custom optimizers and simulators, a high-throughput message bus, and a web-based user interface. Deployments can be containerized and scaled for cloud or on-premises environments.

Key features include real-time multi-objective optimization, uncertainty handling, scenario analysis, and reproducible experiment workflows. The platform supports co-simulation with external tools, audit logging, and role-based access control to support governance in organizational settings.

Applications span energy distribution, traffic and transportation planning, manufacturing supply chains, water networks, and emergency response coordination. RONarvo is used in both research projects and pilot programs within utilities and municipal agencies.

Reception has been mixed: scholars praise its openness and extensibility, while practitioners note the initial integration effort. Ongoing development and an active community forum continue to drive documentation, tutorials, and new plug-ins.