Keyword: simulation

Found 2961 papers in total
Direction choice for accelerated convergence in hit-and-run sampling
Direction choice for accelerated convergence in hit-and-run sampling
1998,
Hit-and-Run algorithms are Monte Carlo procedures for generating points that are...
Stability analysis and optimization of an inventory system with bounded orders
Stability analysis and optimization of an inventory system with bounded orders
1998,
This paper addresses the control of a one-item inventory system subject to random...
Balancing stocks, flexible recipe costs and high service level requirements in a batch process industry: A study of a small scale model
Balancing stocks, flexible recipe costs and high service level requirements in a batch process industry: A study of a small scale model
1998,
Process industries often obtain their raw materials from mining or agricultural...
A formal modelling of control processes
A formal modelling of control processes
1998,
This study concerns the performance management of manufacturing processes. Such...
Lead time selection and the behaviour of work flow in job shops
Lead time selection and the behaviour of work flow in job shops
1998,
Few studies in job shop scheduling consider dynamic shop load and work flow issues....
Rationing policies for some inventory systems
Rationing policies for some inventory systems
1998,
This paper considers inventory systems which maintain stocks to meet various demand...
The greater whole: Towards a synthesis of system dynamics and soft systems methodology
The greater whole: Towards a synthesis of system dynamics and soft systems methodology
1998,
This paper makes a theoretical case for using these two systems approaches together....
What is the role and contribution of models to management and research in the health services? A view from Europe
What is the role and contribution of models to management and research in the health services? A view from Europe
1998,
Modelling in different forms has long been regarded as a cornerstone of health OR as...
Discrete manufacturing process design optimization using computer simulation and generalized hill climbing algorithms
Discrete manufacturing process design optimization using computer simulation and generalized hill climbing algorithms
1998,
Discrete manufacturing process designs can be modelled using computer simulation....
Multi-attribute decision making: A simulation comparison of select methods
Multi-attribute decision making: A simulation comparison of select methods
1998,
Several methods have been proposed for solving multi-attribute decision making...
An integrative modelling approach for understanding competitive electricity markets
An integrative modelling approach for understanding competitive electricity markets
1998,
A model of the UK Electricity market is presented focusing on the competitive...
A dynamic-server queuing simulation
A dynamic-server queuing simulation
1998,
We develop a queuing simulation algorithm that systematically adjusts the number of...
Structural optimization in limited access trunk groups
Structural optimization in limited access trunk groups
1998,
The limited-access trunk group is a class of service system in which an arriving call...
Verifying cell loss requirements in high-speed communication networks
Verifying cell loss requirements in high-speed communication networks
1998,
In high-speed communication networks it is common to have requirements of very small...
Design optimization for robustness using quadrature factorial models
Design optimization for robustness using quadrature factorial models
1998,
This paper describes a robust optimization methodology for designs involving either...
Automation, AI and OR: In search of the synergy and publication priorities
Automation, AI and OR: In search of the synergy and publication priorities
1997,
Automation is having a profound effect on the way we do work. It is estimated that...
System dynamics in project management: Assessing the impacts of client behaviour on project performance
System dynamics in project management: Assessing the impacts of client behaviour on project performance
1998,
The influence of client behaviour on a project is complex, including schedule...
Application of smoothed perturbation analysis to a discrete-time stationary queue
Application of smoothed perturbation analysis to a discrete-time stationary queue
1998,
We investigate the sensitivity analysis for a discrete-time queueing system using...
The stochastic modeling of purchase intentions and behavior
The stochastic modeling of purchase intentions and behavior
1998,
A common objective of social science and business research is the modeling of the...
Optimal design of continuum structure by genetic algorithm – Simultaneous determination of shape and material
Optimal design of continuum structure by genetic algorithm – Simultaneous determination of shape and material
1998,
In this paper, the genetic algorithms (GAs) are applied to the optimal design of the...
Dependent-chance programming: A class of stochastic optimization
Dependent-chance programming: A class of stochastic optimization
1997,
This paper provides a theoretical framework of dependent-chance programming, as well...
Spectral analysis of basic Transform-Expand Sample processes
Spectral analysis of basic Transform-Expand Sample processes
1995,
This paper studies the spectral properties of a class of stochastic sequences...
Quantitative Risk Assessment: A Guide to Monte Carlo Simulation Modeling
Quantitative Risk Assessment: A Guide to Monte Carlo Simulation Modeling
1998,
The application of metamodeling to interconnection network analysis
The application of metamodeling to interconnection network analysis
1994,
Metamodeling is demonstrated as a methodology to accurately and concisely characterize...
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