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Minimizing the mean weighted absolute deviation from due dates in lot-streaming flow shop scheduling
Minimizing the mean weighted absolute deviation from due dates in lot-streaming flow shop scheduling
2002,
Lot-streaming is the process of splitting a job (lot) into a number of smaller sublots...
Heuristics for hybrid flow shops with controllable processing times and assignable due dates
Heuristics for hybrid flow shops with controllable processing times and assignable due dates
2002,
This paper considers a generalization of the permutation flow shop problem that...
A genetic algorithm to minimize maximum lateness on a batch processing machine
A genetic algorithm to minimize maximum lateness on a batch processing machine
2002,
We consider the problem of minimizing maximum lateness on a batch processing machine...
A multi-level hybrid framework applied to the general flow-shop scheduling problem
A multi-level hybrid framework applied to the general flow-shop scheduling problem
2002,
Despite the large amount of research conducted in flow-shop scheduling most of it has...
The effectiveness of seat belt legislation in reducing driver-involved injury rates in Maryland
The effectiveness of seat belt legislation in reducing driver-involved injury rates in Maryland
2001,
This study makes use of econometric models to evaluate the effect of the Maryland seat...
A dynamic scheduling algorithm for a multiple-load multiple-carrier system
A dynamic scheduling algorithm for a multiple-load multiple-carrier system
2002,
The importance and benefits of using multiple-load carriers in advanced manufacturing...
Auction-based distribution scheduling in a dynamic job shop environment
Auction-based distribution scheduling in a dynamic job shop environment
2002,
Developments in computing and communication technology coupled with the inability to...
Multicriteria scheduling using fuzzy theory and tabu search
Multicriteria scheduling using fuzzy theory and tabu search
2002,
Scheduling problems are frequently encountered in manufacturing systems. The results...
Modelling and a genetic algorithm solution for the slab stack shuffling problem when implementing steel rolling schedules
Modelling and a genetic algorithm solution for the slab stack shuffling problem when implementing steel rolling schedules
2002,
Iron and steel production is a multistage process. A slab yard serves as a storage...
Adaptive production scheduling of virtual production systems using object-oriented Petri nets with changeable structure
Adaptive production scheduling of virtual production systems using object-oriented Petri nets with changeable structure
2002,
Virtual Production Systems (VPSs) are logically constructed by organizing production...
Balancing and scheduling of surface mount technology lines
Balancing and scheduling of surface mount technology lines
2002,
A mixed-integer programming approach to simultaneous or sequential balancing and...
Scheduling manufacturing systems for delayed product differentiation in agile manufacturing
Scheduling manufacturing systems for delayed product differentiation in agile manufacturing
2002,
Production of customized products to respond to changing markets in a short time and...
Deadlock-free scheduling in flexible manufacturing systems using Petri nets
Deadlock-free scheduling in flexible manufacturing systems using Petri nets
2002,
This paper addresses the deadlock-free scheduling problem in Flexible Manufacturing...
Heuristics for single-pass welding task sequencing
Heuristics for single-pass welding task sequencing
2002,
Welding task sequencing is a prerequisite in the office programming of robot arc...
Adaptive scheduling of batch servers in flow shops
Adaptive scheduling of batch servers in flow shops
2002,
Batch servicing is a common way of benefiting from economies of scale in manufacturing...
A new approach to quality function deployment planning with financial consideration
A new approach to quality function deployment planning with financial consideration
2002,
Quality function deployment (QFD) is becoming a widely used customer-oriented approach...
Demand and capacity management decisions in services: How they impact on one another
Demand and capacity management decisions in services: How they impact on one another
2002,
Service managers are continually challenged with balancing customer demand and service...
Perturbation heuristics for the pickup and delivery traveling salesman problem
Perturbation heuristics for the pickup and delivery traveling salesman problem
2002,
This article describes and compares seven perturbation heuristics for the Pickup and...
The period traveling salesman problem: A new heuristic algorithm
The period traveling salesman problem: A new heuristic algorithm
2002,
A new, simple and effective heuristic algorithm has been developed for the period...
Conceptualizing tools for autonomous vehicle storage and retrieval systems
Conceptualizing tools for autonomous vehicle storage and retrieval systems
2002,
Autonomous vehicle storage and retrieval systems utilize rail-guided vehicles moving...
Multi-zone dispatching in truckload trucking
Multi-zone dispatching in truckload trucking
2001,
This paper examines the use of multi-zone dispatching alternatives in truckload...
Port partitioning and dynamic queueing for internet protocol forwarding
Port partitioning and dynamic queueing for internet protocol forwarding
2002,
With the increase of internet protocol packets the performance of routers became an...
Factors and procedures used in matching project managers to construction projects in Bangkok
Factors and procedures used in matching project managers to construction projects in Bangkok
2002,
A number of factors and associated sub-factors influencing the matching of project...
Using systems dynamics to better understand change and rework in construction project management systems
Using systems dynamics to better understand change and rework in construction project management systems
2002,
The management of construction is complex enough without changes (e.g. to...
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