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Genetic algorithm approach to job shop scheduling and its use in real-time cases
Genetic algorithm approach to job shop scheduling and its use in real-time cases
2000,
In this paper we present a GA (Genetic Algorithm) approach combined with the concept...
Integrated planning and scheduling in the engineer-to-order sector
Integrated planning and scheduling in the engineer-to-order sector
2000,
The key focus in the 1990s for manufacturers of capital equipment and high-value goods...
An adaptive genetic assembly-sequence planner
An adaptive genetic assembly-sequence planner
2001,
Assembly sequence planning is a combinatorial optimization problem with highly...
Stochastic scheduling with preemptive-repeat machine breakdowns to minimize the expected weighted flow time
Stochastic scheduling with preemptive-repeat machine breakdowns to minimize the expected weighted flow time
2003,
We study a stochastic scheduling problem with a single machine subject to random...
A hybrid fuzzy-based approach for identifying global logistics strategies
A hybrid fuzzy-based approach for identifying global logistics strategies
2004,
This paper presents a hybrid fuzzy-based method that integrates fuzzy-analytic...
Coloured timed Petri net for real-time control of automated guided vehicle systems
Coloured timed Petri net for real-time control of automated guided vehicle systems
2004,
Automated guided vehicle systems (AGVS) are material-handling devices representing an...
Incorporating inventory control decisions into a strategic distribution network design model with stochastic demand
Incorporating inventory control decisions into a strategic distribution network design model with stochastic demand
2004,
In this paper, we propose a simultaneous approach to incorporate inventory control...
The impact of electronic data interchange on reducing bullwhip effect and supply chain inventory costs
The impact of electronic data interchange on reducing bullwhip effect and supply chain inventory costs
2004,
This paper uses a web-based supply chain simulator to demonstrate the potential...
Optimal control of a simple immigration process through the introduction of a predator
Optimal control of a simple immigration process through the introduction of a predator
2003,
This article is concerned with the problem of controlling a simple immigration...
What is a unit of capacity worth?
What is a unit of capacity worth?
2002,
Consider a finite-capacity telecommunications link to which connection requests arrive...
Determinants of spreads on new high yield bonds of shipping companies
Determinants of spreads on new high yield bonds of shipping companies
2003,
This paper investigates determinants of pricing of new high yield bond offerings of...
Integrated group technology, process planning, and production planning with application to the emergency room
Integrated group technology, process planning, and production planning with application to the emergency room
2004,
In this paper an integrated approach for the formation of parts and machine families...
Algorithms for minimum-cost paths in time-dependent networks with waiting policies
Algorithms for minimum-cost paths in time-dependent networks with waiting policies
2004,
We study the problem of computing minimum-cost paths through a time-varying network,...
An emergency facility with minimal admission
An emergency facility with minimal admission
2002,
We study an M/M/ [∞] queuing system in which each arrival has a random...
Design of a demand-driven collaborative supply-chain planning and fulfilment system for distributed enterprises
Design of a demand-driven collaborative supply-chain planning and fulfilment system for distributed enterprises
2004,
E-business technologies have provided a new way of working and thus revolutionized how...
Flow control of multi-level assembly systems
Flow control of multi-level assembly systems
1999,
This paper addresses the flow control problem of multi-level assembly production...
A method for decision support for the allocation of functions and the design of jobs in manufacturing, based on knowledge requirements
A method for decision support for the allocation of functions and the design of jobs in manufacturing, based on knowledge requirements
1999,
We discuss an approach based on the configuration of knowledge required to carry out...
Analysis of manufacturing flow lines with unreliable machines
Analysis of manufacturing flow lines with unreliable machines
1999,
We develop an analytical methodology for the analysis of a tandem manufacturing flow...
Statistical process control in an automated manufacturing environment
Statistical process control in an automated manufacturing environment
2001,
Implementation of statistical process control (SPC) in an automated environment...
Set-up problem for a line of machines in printed circuit board assembly process planning: a multiple criteria decision making approach
Set-up problem for a line of machines in printed circuit board assembly process planning: a multiple criteria decision making approach
2001,
The set-up problem in PCB assembly is often solved for the case of one machine. Hence,...
Finding effective schedules for the economic lot scheduling problem: A simple mixed integer programming approach
Finding effective schedules for the economic lot scheduling problem: A simple mixed integer programming approach
2004,
We extend past research on the economic lot scheduling problem to address some of the...
Development of the MAIN algorithm for a cellular manufacturing machine layout
Development of the MAIN algorithm for a cellular manufacturing machine layout
2004,
When a static machine layout is simple optimized to a fixed quantitative demand, it...
Optimal path for automated drilling operations by a new heuristic approach using particle swarm optimization
Optimal path for automated drilling operations by a new heuristic approach using particle swarm optimization
2004,
A new heuristic approach for minimizing the operating path of automated or computer...
Improving the path to align sales, production planning and engineering in high-variety versatile environment
Improving the path to align sales, production planning and engineering in high-variety versatile environment
2004,
Versatile manufacturing companies typically manufacture high variety, mainly...
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