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The linear multiple choice knapsack problem with equity constraints
The linear multiple choice knapsack problem with equity constraints
2005,
In this paper, we introduce an important variation of a well known problem, the linear...
Application of a kin selection based simulated annealing algorithm to solve a complex scheduling problem
Application of a kin selection based simulated annealing algorithm to solve a complex scheduling problem
2005,
In this article, a simulated annealing (SA) based heuristic approach is presented to...
Critical path-analysis-based dynamic component supplier optimization
Critical path-analysis-based dynamic component supplier optimization
2005,
The global market today demands rapid introduction of products while maintaining high...
l1-control using linear programming for systems with asymmetric bounds
l1-control using linear programming for systems with asymmetric bounds
2005,
In this paper, a novel way to handle the analysis and design of control systems with...
Minimizing the consequences of intentional attack on water infrastructure
Minimizing the consequences of intentional attack on water infrastructure
2006,
Since September 11, 2001, protecting the water infrastructure of the USA and improving...
A framework for analysing long-range direct shipping logistics
A framework for analysing long-range direct shipping logistics
2005,
Purpose – To present a decision support system (DSS) enabling the analysis of...
Comparison of neural networks and gravity models in trip distribution
Comparison of neural networks and gravity models in trip distribution
2006,
Transportation engineers are commonly faced with the question of how to extract...
Pedometer reliability, validity and daily activity targets among 10- to 15-year-old boys
Pedometer reliability, validity and daily activity targets among 10- to 15-year-old boys
2006,
The aims of this study were to: (1) determine whether the number of pedometer counts...
Finding optimal realignments in sports leagues using a branch-and-cut-price approach
Finding optimal realignments in sports leagues using a branch-and-cut-price approach
2005,
The sports team realignment problem can be modeled as k-way equipartition: given a...
Which sustainable development perspectives for an “E-attraction” destination: An overview of the economic impacts
Which sustainable development perspectives for an “E-attraction” destination: An overview of the economic impacts
2005,
A tourism destination generates economic repercussions for the local economy, in...
Measuring the efficiency of public services: The limits of analysis
Measuring the efficiency of public services: The limits of analysis
2005,
Policy makers are increasingly seeking to develop overall measures of the efficiency...
Parts remanufacturing in the oilfield industry
Parts remanufacturing in the oilfield industry
2005,
Purpose – Provide a new technique for forecasting parts usage in remanufacturing...
Manufacturing re-insourcing in the textile industry: A case study
Manufacturing re-insourcing in the textile industry: A case study
2005,
Purpose – This article aims to suggest to managers involved in re-engineering...
Manufacturing strategic facility types
Manufacturing strategic facility types
2004,
A major decision area for manufacturing firms is the strategy that assigns specific...
Linear programming formulations and algorithms for radiotherapy treatment planning
Linear programming formulations and algorithms for radiotherapy treatment planning
2006,
Optimization has become an important tool in treatment planning for cancer radiation...
An integrated system for managing ship repair operations
An integrated system for managing ship repair operations
2005,
The global competition pressure drives manufacturing companies to be lean, virtual and...
Global collaborative engineering environment for integrated product development
Global collaborative engineering environment for integrated product development
2005,
Globalization has created a situation of increased international competition, which...
A combinatorial algorithm for message scheduling on controller area networks
A combinatorial algorithm for message scheduling on controller area networks
2005,
A controller area network (CAN) is a special-purpose communications system, used for...
Testing and incorporating seasonal structures into demand models for fruit
Testing and incorporating seasonal structures into demand models for fruit
2005,
It is widely recognized that purchases of perishable agricultural products are...
Modeling spatial price transmission in the grain markets of Ethiopia with an application of ARDL approach to white teff
Modeling spatial price transmission in the grain markets of Ethiopia with an application of ARDL approach to white teff
2005,
Following the agricultural market liberalization policy, there is an emerging grain...
Organic pest management decisions: A systems approach to technology adoption
Organic pest management decisions: A systems approach to technology adoption
2005,
Organic farmers make system-level crop protection decisions that combine complementary...
Impact of global cotton markets on rural poverty in Benin
Impact of global cotton markets on rural poverty in Benin
2005,
World cotton prices fell by about 40% over 2001–2002, focusing attention...
Potential impacts of the proposed West African monetary zone on cowpea trade
Potential impacts of the proposed West African monetary zone on cowpea trade
2005,
Member countries of the Economic Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS) are expected...
An application of cyclical master production scheduling in a multi-stage, multi-product environment
An application of cyclical master production scheduling in a multi-stage, multi-product environment
2005,
This paper presents an integrated approach to solve a multi-item lot-sizing and...
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