Keyword: heuristics: genetic algorithms

Found 930 papers in total
An effective hybrid genetic algorithm for flow shop scheduling with limited buffers
An effective hybrid genetic algorithm for flow shop scheduling with limited buffers
2006,
As a typical manufacturing and scheduling problem with strong industrial background,...
Regression trees approach for flow-time prediction in wafer manufacturing processes using constraint-based genetic algorithm
Regression trees approach for flow-time prediction in wafer manufacturing processes using constraint-based genetic algorithm
2006,
Understanding the factors associated with the flow-time of wafer production is crucial...
A multi-objective particle swarm for a flow shop scheduling problem
A multi-objective particle swarm for a flow shop scheduling problem
2007,
Flow shop problems as a typical manufacturing challenge have gained wide attention in...
Multiple population search strategy for routing selection and sequence optimization of a supply chain
Multiple population search strategy for routing selection and sequence optimization of a supply chain
2007,
The current paper outlines a framework of a distributed hierarchical model for supply...
Optimisation of supply chain logistics network using random search techniques
Optimisation of supply chain logistics network using random search techniques
2007,
Fierce market competition is making companies move from their traditional business...
A genetic algorithm approach to the integrated inventory-distribution problem
A genetic algorithm approach to the integrated inventory-distribution problem
2006,
We introduce a new genetic algorithm (GA) approach for the integrated inventory...
A simulation-based genetic algorithm for inventory optimization in a serial supply chain
A simulation-based genetic algorithm for inventory optimization in a serial supply chain
2005,
One of the important aspects of supply chain management is inventory management...
A genetic algorithm approach to solving the anti-covering location problem
A genetic algorithm approach to solving the anti-covering location problem
2006,
In this paper we address the problem of locating a maximum weighted number of...
An investigation of mating and population maintenance strategies in hybrid genetic heuristics for product line designs
An investigation of mating and population maintenance strategies in hybrid genetic heuristics for product line designs
2006,
This research builds on prior work on developing near optimal solutions to the product...
A new branch-and-bound-enhanced genetic algorithm for the manufacturing cell formation problem
A new branch-and-bound-enhanced genetic algorithm for the manufacturing cell formation problem
2006,
This paper deals with the manufacturing cell formation problem, which is based on...
Automatic assembly sequence planning from STEP CAD (STandard for the Exchange of Product model data) files
Automatic assembly sequence planning from STEP CAD (STandard for the Exchange of Product model data) files
2006,
In recent years, many research studies related to theoretical and applied assembly...
A genetic algorithm tool for optimising cellular or functional layouts in the capital goods industry
A genetic algorithm tool for optimising cellular or functional layouts in the capital goods industry
2006,
The literature on the design of manufacturing facilities has two major themes: the...
Analysis and design of split and merge unpaced assembly systems by metamodelling and stochastic search
Analysis and design of split and merge unpaced assembly systems by metamodelling and stochastic search
2006,
The study presents a new approach in optimal interstage buffer allocation problem of...
Hybrid genetic algorithm for group technology economic lot scheduling problem
Hybrid genetic algorithm for group technology economic lot scheduling problem
2006,
The concept of group technology has been successfully applied to many production...
Modelling and optimization of multiple-aspect Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems configurations
Modelling and optimization of multiple-aspect Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems configurations
2006,
The configurations of Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems (RMS) evolve over time in...
Comparison of scheduling efficiency in two/three-machine no-wait flow shop problem using simulated annealing and genetic algorithm
Comparison of scheduling efficiency in two/three-machine no-wait flow shop problem using simulated annealing and genetic algorithm
2006,
This paper considers two/three-machine no-wait flow shop scheduling problems with...
A hybrid genetic algorithm for the early/tardy scheduling problem
A hybrid genetic algorithm for the early/tardy scheduling problem
2006,
In this paper, we present a hybrid genetic algorithm for a version of the early/tardy...
Evolutional reactive scheduling for agile manufacturing systems
Evolutional reactive scheduling for agile manufacturing systems
2006,
A predetermined production schedule is often disturbed in agile manufacturing systems,...
Determination of fault-tolerant fabric-cutting schedules in a just-in-time apparel manufacturing environment
Determination of fault-tolerant fabric-cutting schedules in a just-in-time apparel manufacturing environment
2006,
In apparel manufacturing, accurate upstream fabric-cutting planning is crucial for the...
Empirically discovering dominance relations for scheduling problems using an evolutionary algorithm
Empirically discovering dominance relations for scheduling problems using an evolutionary algorithm
2006,
Many dominance relations have been established in the literature for scheduling...
An ordinal optimization based evolution strategy to schedule complex make-to-order products
An ordinal optimization based evolution strategy to schedule complex make-to-order products
2006,
This paper considers the problem of planning and scheduling a complex make-to-order...
The spatial and temporal consolidation of returned products in a closed-loop supply chain network
The spatial and temporal consolidation of returned products in a closed-loop supply chain network
2006,
As cost pressures continue to mount in this era of economic slowdowns, a growing...
Supply chain network design: partner selection and production/distribution planning using a systematic model
Supply chain network design: partner selection and production/distribution planning using a systematic model
2006,
In this paper, a novel multi-phase mathematical approach is presented for the design...
Optimizing simulated fertilizer additions using a genetic algorithm with a nutrient uptake model
Optimizing simulated fertilizer additions using a genetic algorithm with a nutrient uptake model
2005,
Intensive management of pine plantations in the southeastern coastal plain typically...
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