Keyword: simulation: applications

Found 2691 papers in total
Input parameters to achieve target performance in stochastic systems: A simulation-based approach
1999,
The use of simulation as an engineering tool to design complex stochastic systems is...
Simulation in public sector management: A case study
2000,
We detail the development and application of a simulation model to aid decision making...
A simulation of factors affecting machine learning techniques: An examination of partitioning and class proportions
2000,
Machine learning techniques, such as neural networks and rule induction, are becoming...
On the transient delays of M/G/1 queues
1999,
A recent study on the GI/G/ 1 queue derives the Maclaurin series for the moments of...
A simulation model to evaluate the impact of environmental programmes on dairy farms
2000,
A simulation model has been developed to determine the impact of the implementation of...
Analysing the effectiveness of Chlamydia screening
2000,
Chlamydia is a highly prevalent sexually transmitted infection which is normally...
Modeling and analyzing a physician clinic environment using discrete-event (visual) simulation
2001,
This paper examines the design and development of a discrete-event (visual) simulation...
Determining the financial feasibility of privatized military housing initiatives with DSS-delivered quantitative models
2001,
The armed services must provide their personnel with acceptable housing at minimum...
Generic Markov models for availability estimation and failure characterization in petroleum refineries
2001,
Chemical process plant decision making is ongoing during operation based upon...
The dynamics of emergency transhipment supply chains
2000,
Considers the dynamical effect of lateral emergency transhipments within a supply...
Dynamic modelling of surge effect and capacity limitation in supply chains
2000,
Agile manufacturing has been defined as the capability of reacting to unpredictable...
Facility layout optimization using simulation and genetic algorithms
2000,
Traditionally, the objective of a facility layout problem has been to minimize the...
Survey of reliability and availability evaluation of complex networks using Monte Carlo techniques
1997,
Generally there are four main difficulties in evaluating complex large-scale system...
Sensitivity and uncertainty analysis in optimization programs using an evolutionary approach: A maintenance application
2000,
Indirect-Grouping Maintenance Strategy requires the calculation of an optimum (global)...
Genetic algorithms and Monte Carlo simulation for optimal plant design
2000,
We present an approach to the optimal plant design (choice of system layout and...
Computer-aided production management issues in the engineer-to-order production of complex capital goods explored using a simulation approach
2000,
This paper describes the exploration of manufacturing planning and control issues in...
Automated guided vehicle controlled flexible manufacturing systems
2000,
One of the key factors that prevent the implementation of Flexible Manufacturing...
Dynamic operator assignment based on shifting machine loading
2000,
This study proposes a way to improve the efficiency of semiconductor wafer...
Three-dimensional random stacking of weakly heterogeneous palletization with demand requirements and stability measures
2000,
Random stacking is a complex procedure by which boxes are loaded in undefined...
A simulation model for determining inspection frequency
1999,
Frequent inspections of relief valves are necessary to ensure safety. However,...
A genetic algorithm optimisation of a class of inventory control systems
2000,
The paper describes a procedure for optimising the performance of an industrially...
Modelling, control and simulation of an integrated circuit wafer fabrication system: A generalized stochastic coloured timed Petri net approach
2000,
This study presents a generalized stochastic coloured timed Petri net (GSCTPN) to...
Assembly/disassembly task planning and simulation using expert Petri nets
2000,
Automatic assembly/disassembly planning is recognized as an important tool for...
An active tool-tracking system for increased productivity
2000,
Keeping track of tools is essential for smooth running of any production unit. Being...
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