Information Control Problems in Manufacturing 2006 (eBook)

Cover 
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Volume I Cover 1
Information Control Problems in Manufacturing 2006 2
Copyright Page 3
Scientific Sponsors 4
Organizers 5
Acknowledgements 5
Chairs and Committees 6
Preface 10
Track and Session Organizers 13
Reviewers 14
Table of Contents 16
Section 1 Keynote Papers 40
Chapter 1 Robotics, Agents, And E-Work: The Emerging Future of Production 42
1. The Nature Of E-Work And Collaborative Control 42
2. Emerging Principles Of Collaborative Control Theory 43
3. Bio-Inspired Design And Collaborative Control Principles 47
4. Implications And Open Questions 49
Acknowledgment 49
References 
49 
Chapter 2 Interoperable Enterprise Systems: Architectures And Methods 52
1. Introduction 
52 
2. Enterprise Integration And Interoperability Defined 53
3. What Was Wrong With Cimosa, Corba, And Eai? 54
4. Service-Oriented Architectures 54
5. Building Interoperable Enterprise Systems 56
6. Semantic Interoperability 57
7. Essential Standards 58
8. Conclusion 58
References 
58 
Chapter 3 Distributed real-time embedded systems: Recent Advances, Futures Trends And Their Impact On Manufacturing Plant Control 60
1. Introduction 60
2. Examples Of Intelligent Manufacturing Areas Enabled By Embedded Computing Systems 61
4. Distributed Real-Time And Embedded Systems (Dres) 64
5. Methodologies 67
6. The Sleep Methodologies 67
7. Case Studies 68
8. Concluding Remarks 
69 
9. Acknowledgements 
69 
References 
69 
Chapter 4 How Do Quantity And Quality Really Interact? Precise Models Instead Of Strong Opinions 72
1. Introduction 
72 
2. Quantity Only 73
3. Quality Only 73
4. Combined Models 
74 
5. Inspection Locations 76
6. Extensions 76
7. Conclusions 
77 
Acknowledgements 
77 
References 
77 
Chapter 5 Scheduling: New Trends In Industrial Environment 80
1. Introduction 80
2. Classical Scheduling 
81 
3. Real-Time Scheduling (OAIP) 82
4. Cyclic Scheduling 84
5. Conclusion 86
References 
86 
Chapter 6 Data Mining In Design Of 
88 
1. Introduction 88
2. Knowledge Discovery 89
3. DM Applications Domains 89
4. Conclusion 91
References 92
Chapter 7 Reinforcing Industrial Districts: Need For A Structured Approach 94
1. Introduction 94
2. Modelling a SME Network for Evaluating It's Performance 
95 
3. Methodology For Evaluating The Sme Network Performance 97
4. Innovation Support System For Sme Network Evaluation 99
5. Iss-Based Performance Evaluation Of An Italian Industrial District 99
6. Some Concluding Remarks 101
Acknowledgements 
101 
References 
101 
Section 2 Track "Real Time And Networked Embedded Systems" 106
Part 1 Manufacturing Plant Networked Control 108
Chapter 8 Event Driven Applications For Automation Area 108
1. Recent State Of Event Driven Applications 108
2. Definition Of An IEC 61499 Library 109
3. Event Driven Runtime 110
4. Transformation of The ECC 112
5. Conclusions and Further Work 112
References 
113 
Chapter 9 A Degraded Scheduling Generation Of A Component Based Application 114
1. Introduction 114
2. THE IEC 61499 Standard 115
3. Temporal Characterization 116
4. Tolerant Schedulability Analysis 117
5. Conclusion 119
References 
119 
Chapter 10 Run-Time Reconfigurable Real-Time Operating System For Hybrid Execution Platforms 120
1. Introduction 120
2. Related Work 121
3. System Concept and Architecture 121
4. Problem Statement 122
5. RTOS Service Allocation 122
6. System Reconfiguration 122
7. Improved Heuristic Algorithm For Assignment Problem 123
8. Experimental Results 124
9. Conclusions anf Future Work 125
References 125
Chapter 11 A Comparative Study Of Embedded Protocols For Safety-Critical Control Applications 126
1. Introduction 126
2. Communication Paradigms For Dcs 127
3. Fault-Tolerance In Embedded Protocols 128
4. Case Study And Simulation Results 129
5. Concluding Remarks 
131 
References 
131 
Chapter 12 A Time-Triggered Controller Area Network Platform With Essentially Distributed Clock Synchronization 132
1. Introduction 132
2. Related Work 133
3. The CASCA Platform 134
4. System Prototyping And Practical Results 136
5. Concluding Remarks 136
References 
137 
Part 2 Industrial Communication Protocols 138
Chapter 13 Performance Analysis Of Industrial Ethernet Networks By Means Of Timed Model-Checking 138
1. Introduction 138
2. Uppaal Modeling Techniques 
139 
3. Optimized Uppaal Models For Ethernet Network Components 141
4. Sumary and Outlook 143
5. References 143
Chapter 14 Use Of Upper Bound Delay Estimate In Stability Analysis And Robust Control Compensation In Networked Control Systems 144
1. Introduction 144
2. Upper Bound Delay Estimation 145
3. Stability Analysis Using Upper Bound Delay Estimate 147
4. Delay Compensation Using Upper Bound Delay Estimate 147
5. Testing Results And Discussions 
148 
6. Conclusion 148
Acknowledgements 149
References 
149 
Chapter 15 Switching Rates To Save Resources In Distributed Computer Control Systems 150
1. Introduction and Related Work 150
2. Dual Rate Switching Control 151
3. Steer-By-Wire Application 153
4. Performance Of The Distributed Dual Rate Switching Control 154
5. Conclusion And Future Work 155
Refereces 155
Chapter 16 An Ethernet Layer For Supporting Enhanced Real-Time Communication Services 156
1. INTRODUCTION 156
2. THE ARCHITECTURE 157
3. IMPLEMENTATION 159
4. EXPERIMENTAL RESULTS 160
5. CONCLUSIONS 161
REFERENCES 161
Part 3 IT Issues In Manufacturing Plant Control 162
Chapter 17 Sensor Informatics For Manufacturing 162
1. Introduction 162
2. New Technical Challenges In Sensor Informatics 163
3. Limitations Of Current Approaches To Sensor Informatics 164
4. New Technologies For Sensor Informatics 164
5. Sensor Informatics At Ge 165
6. Conclusion 166
References 166
Chapter 18 Information Security For Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems Using Networked Embedded Controllers 168
1. Introduction 168
2. Security Risks 169
3. Applicable Security Protocols 
170 
4. Feasibility Study 171
5. Summary and Conclusions 173
6. Acknowledgements 173
References 173
Chapter 19 Flexible Information System For Life Cycle Support Of Heterogeneous Networks 174
1. Introduction 174
2. Software Tools And Device Models 175
3. Information System Requirements 175
3. Device Identification As Key Feature 176
5. Information System 177
6. Extensibility 178
6. Conclusion 178
References 179
Chapter 20 ANDDR With Novel Gross Error Detection And Smart Tracking System 180
1. Introduction 180
2. Data Reconciliaton Background 181
3. Problem Formulation And Solution Strategy 181
4. ANDDR and it's Smart Tracking System 182
5. Case Study 182
6. Conclusion and Future Work 183
7. Acknowledgement 184
References 185
Section 3 Track "Robotics And Factory Of The Future" 186
Part 4 Industrial Robotics And Factory Automation 188
Chapter 21 Kinematic Calibration Of Orthoglide-Type Mechanisms 188
1. Introduction 188
2. Kinematic Model 189
3. Calibration Methodology 191
4. Experimental Results 192
5. Conclusions 193
References 193
Chapter 22 Modular Sensor System For Flexi-Picker And Multi-Axis Automated Machines 194
1. Introduction 194
2. Current Location Sensign Technologies 194
3. Proposed Sensor Feedback System 195
4. Mechatronic Design 195
5. Performance/Operation 199
6. Conclusion 199
References 199
Chapter 23 Task Planner For A Cooperative Disassembly Robotic System 200
1. Introduction 200
2. Worknig Cell 200
3. Process' Archetecture 201
3. Application Example 204
4. Conclusion 205
Acknowledgements 205
References 205
Chapter 24 Evolvable Assembly Systems: A Development Roadmap 206
1. Introduction 206
2. Evolvable Assembly Systems 207
3. Co-Design Enabling 207
4. Development Roadmap 208
5. Concluding Remarks 211
6. Acknowledgements 211
References 211
Chapter 25 Robot Path Planning Using Simulated Annealing 212
1. Introduction 212
2. Simulated Annealing Parameters 213
3. Path Planning 214
4. Results and Discussion 216
5. Conclusion and Future Work 217
References 217
Part 5 Mobile Robots 218
Chapter 26 Convergence Of Communication With Computing For A Remote Oriented Mobile Minirobot 218
1. Introduction 218
2. Platform Introduction 219
3. Location and Remote Control Coordination 219
4. Maintaining Stability Under Delayed Commands 220
5. Solving Interface Problems 221
6. Conclusions and Future Work 
223 
References 
223 
Chapter 27 Decision Making And Image Processing In Robot Soccer - The Challenge Of The Fira Mirosot League 224
1. Introduction 224
2. The FIRA Mirosot League 225
3. Lessons Learned 225
4. Summary 
228 
References 
228 
Chapter 28 Narosot - Nanotechnology In Robot Soccer 230
1. Introduction 230
2. The Robot “ROBY-NARO" 231
3. Softwear Structure 233
4. Vision System 233
5. Conclusion 234
6. References 235
Chapter 29 A Cooperative Mobile Robots Architecture Enabling Paralyzed Robots To Move 236
1. Introduction 236
2. Problem Description 237
3. Methods 237
4. Experimental Results 238
5. Discussion 240
6. Conclusion 241
References 241
Part 6 Artificial Intelligence In Robotics 242
Chapter 30 Interactive Learning Of Scene-Robot Models Based On AI Techniques 242
1. Introduction 242
2. Modelling The Scene, Robot And Part Flow With Virtual Cameras 243
3. Model Training For Blob Recognition 
244 
4. Experimental Results 246
References 247
Chapter 31 A Fuzzy Hybrid Singularity Avoidance For Underwater Vehicle-Manipulator Systems 248
1. Introduction 248
2. UVMS Kinematic Model 249
3. Preliminaries 249
4. Design Methadology 251
5. Simulations 252
6. CONCLUSION 253
Ch4Chapter 32 Controlling A Platoon Of Vehicles With Distributed Collision Avoidance Capabilities 254
1. Introduction 254
2. Vehicle Model 255
3. Cruise Control Mode 255
4. Collision Avoidance Mode 256
5. Coordinated Control Of The Platoon With Collision Avoidance 258
6. Simulation Results 258
7. Conclusions 259
References 
259 
Chapter 33 Mathematical Modelling of Movements of Intelligent Transport Devices Of The Automized Warehouses 260
1. Introduction 260
2. Dynamic Processes At Movement Of The Transport Device 261
3. Dynamic Processes At Lifting Of Loads 262
4. Definition Of The Electromagnetic Moment Of An Induction Motor 264
5. Results Of Calculation Of Processes Start-Up Of Elevating System 265
6. Conclusions 265
References 265
Chapter 34 Remote Monitoring And Control Of A Robotized Fault Tolerant Workcell 266
1. Introduction 266
2. Faults: Classification and Semantic 266
3. The Paradigm Of The Structure Of Fault Tolerant Software 267
4. The Structure of the System 267
5. The Supervising Function 268
6. The Solution For The Design Of A Communication Level Fault Tolerant 269
7. Conclusion and Future Work 271
References 
271 
Section 4 Track Dependable Control Of Discrete-Event SystemsŽ 272
Part 7 New Trends In Fault-Tree Analysis Of Automated Systems 274
Chapter 35 Pandora: The Time Of Priority-And Gates 274
1. Introduction and Backgrounds 274
2. Pand Gates 275
3. Temporal Analysis 276
4. Example 277
5. Conclusions and Further Research 279
Acknowledgements 279
References 279
Chapter 36 Obtaining Temporal And Timed Properties Of Logic Controllers From Fault Tree Analysis 280
1. Introduction 280
2. Method Overview 281
3. Modelling Controller Faults Using Temporal And Timed Gates 281
4. Formalization Of Temporal And Timed Gates 282
5. Case Study 283
6. Conclusions 285
References 285
Chapter 37 Evolutionary Algorithms For Safety-Costs Trade-Offs In Control System Design 286
1. Introduction and Background 286
2. Preliminaries 287
3. A Process Model For Finding Cost Effective Designs 287
4. Mutation Operators 288
5. Ranking of Individuals 289
6. Conclusions and Further Research 290
References 291
Chapter 38 Increased efficiency in the quantitative evaluation of state/event fault trees 292
1. Introduction 292
2. Preliminaries 293
3. A Hybrid Seft Evaluation Strategy 295
4. Conclusion and Further Research 297
References 297
Part 8 Improving DES Controllers Dependability Using Formal Specification And Verification 298
Chapter 39 Verification Of Ethernet Protocols Via Parametric Composition Of Petri Net 298
1. Introduction 298
2. Protocols Of Ethernet 298
3. Model Of Ethernet 299
4. Composing Models Of Network 300
5. Invariance Of Model 300
7. Conclusion 302
References 302
Appendix Solutions Of Parametric System 303
Chapter 40 Dependability Analysis Of Networked Automation Systems By Probabilistic Delay Time Analysis 304
1. Introduction 304
2. PMC Approach 305
3. Case Study 307
4. Conclusions and Outlook 309
References 309
Chapter 41 A Functional Modeling Approach For Mode Handling Of Flexible Manufacturing Systems 310
1. Introduction 310
2. The Modelling Method 311
3. Carying Out of FMS Mode Handling 314
Conclusion 315
References 315
Chapter 42 Formal Specification Of Safe Manufacturing Machines Using The B Method: Application To A Mechanical Press 316
1. Introduction 316
2. Mechanical Press Case Study 317
3. The B Method 317
4. Press Specification 318
5. Verification Issues 320
6. Conclusion & Prospects
7. References 321
Part 9 Improving DES Controllers Dependability Using Supervisory Control Theory 322
Chapter 43 Design Of Coordination Controllers For A Class Of Discrete-Event Manufacturing Systems 322
1. Introduction 322
2. Fundimentals 323
3. Examples 324
4. Coordination Controller Design 325
5. Conclusions 327
References 327
Chapter 44 Design Of Switching Supervisors For Reactive Class Discrete Event Systems 328
1. Introduction 328
2. Framework 329
3. Decentralized Nominal And Degraded Supervisors 329
4. Implementation Of Supervisory Controls By Automata 331
5. Conclusion 333
References 333
Chapter 45 Synthesis Of Supervised Controller Based On Boolean Constraints And Boolean Automata 334
1. Introduction 334
2. Plant Modelling 335
3. Constraints Modelling 337
4. Supervisor Synthesis 337
5. Help To Controller Development 338
6. Conclusion 339
References 339
Section 5 Track "Discrete Event Systems And Supervisory ControlŽ 340
Part 10 Supervisory Control In Discrete Event Systems 342
Chapter 46 Control Of Constrained (Max,+)-Linear Systems Minimizing Delays 342
1. Introduction 342
2. Algebraic Tools 342
3. Modeling DEDS Using DIOIDS 344
4. Controller Synthesis 345
5. Conclusion 347
References 347
Chapter 47 IEC 61131-3 Based Implementation Of PN Supervisors 348
1. Introduction 348
2. Background 349
3. A Manufacturing Example 350
4. Implimentation Problems 350
5. Coding of PN Supervisors 352
References 353
Chapter 48 Supervisory Control In Discrete Event Systems: Existence And Solutions 354
1. Introduction 354
2. PETRI NET COntroler Design Problem 354
3. Existence of Control Places 356
4. Control Policy for Marked Graphs 358
5. Conclusion 359
References 359
Chapter 49 Models Of Knowledge On Manufacturing Systems For Control Law Synthesis 360
1. Introduction 360
2. Toward Improved Company Performance 361
3. State fo the Art 361
4. Requirement 362
5. The Proposed Approach 363
6. Conclusion and Future Work 365
References 365
Part 11 Discrete Event Systems And Applications 366
Chapter 50 Watchdog - A Practical Approach Of Fault Detection 366
1. Introduction 366
2. Watchdog 366
3. Strategies For Supervision Using The Watchdog Structure 368
4. Conclusion 371
References 371
Chapter 51 Geometrical Characterization Of Observability In Switched Linear Systems 372
1. Introduction 372
2. Observability Of Switched Linear Systems 374
3. Observer Design 375
4. Conclusion 376
References 377
Part 12 Petri Nets And The E-Enterprise 378
Chapter 52 High Level Petri Nets Based Approach For Analysing Conceptual Objects For Production Systems Simulation 378
1. Introduction 378
2. Related Work 378
3. Computer Simulation For Manufacturing Systems 379
4. Modelling With High Level PETRI Nets 380
5. An Application Example 380
6. Discussion 383
7. Conclusion 383
References 383
Chapter 53 A Petri-Net Based Approach For The Reconfiguration Of Flexible Manufacturing Systems Using Optimization Techniques 384
1. Introduction 384
2. Reconfiguration Of Dependable Systems 385
3. PETRI Net Reconfiguration Model 385
4. Mathematical Programming Approach 388
5. Conclusion and Future Work 389
References 389
Chapter 54 Performance Evaluation Of Distributed Database- A Banking System Case Study 390
1. Introduction 390
2. The Banking System 391
3. Modelling the System 391
4. Analysis 393
5. Results 394
6. Conclusion 395
References 395
Chapter 55 State Feedback Control For The Manufacturing Systems Modeled By Continuous Petri Nets 396
1. Introduction 396
2. Continuous PETRI Nets 397
3. Modeling And Analysis Of Discrete Event Systems 397
4. Application To Control Continuous PETRI Nets 398
5. Examples 399
5. Conclusions 401
6. References 401
Chapter 56 A New Approach For Hybrid Technology Based Workflow Management Systems Design 402
1. Introduction 402
2. Conceptual Design Of The Workflow System Controller 403
3. Hybrid Technology Based Modelling Framework 404
4. The Implementation Of Predictive Control Methodology 406
5. Conclusion 407
References 407
Section 6 Track "Holonic And Multi-Agent Technologies For Industrial Systems" 408
Part 13 Holonic Manufacturing Systems 410
Chapter 57 Towards Cooperating Planning And Manufacturing Execution Systems 410
1. Introduction 410
2. Holonic Manufacturing Execution 410
3. Integration Of Planning Systems With A Holonic Mes 411
4. Conclusions and Future 415
5. Acknowledgements 415
References 415
Chapter 58 Towards The Assessment Of Holonic Manufacturing Systems 416
1. Introduction 416
2. Primary Needs Of Next Generation Manufacturing Systems 417
3. Measuring The Performance Of Holonic Manufacturing Systems 418
4. Conclusions 420
References 420
Chapter 59 Holonic Manufacturing Control Using Multi Ant Colony Systems 422
1. Self-Organizing Manufacturing Control 422
2. Manufacturing Control Based On The Multi Ant Colony Systems 423
3. The Simulation Procedure OSIM-ANT 425
4. Summary and Outlook 426
References 426
Chapter 60 A Holonic Approach For Manufacturing Control: An Industrial Application 428
1. Introduction 428
2. Manufacturing Control 429
3. Design of the Control 431
4. Application 432
5. Conclusion 433
References 433
Part 14 Multi-Agent Systems - I 434
Chapter 61 Coalition Formation For Large Scale Multi-Agent Systems 434
1. Introduction 434
2. Objective Functions 435
3. Coalition Formation In National Power Grid - Example Of Fvc Usage 437
4. Future Work 438
5. Conclusion 439
Acknowledgements 439
References 439
Chapter 62 Cooperation Between Business And Holonic Manufacturing Decision Systems 440
1. Introduction 440
2. Characterisation Of Centralised And Distributed Control Modes 441
3. Centralised Vs. Distributed Control As A B2M Issue 442
4. Architecture For Product-Driven B2M 443
5. Conclusion 445
References 445
Chapter 63 An Approach To Inter-Organizational Workflow Management In An Electronic Institution 446
1. Introduction 446
2. The Electronic Institution Platform 447
3. Modelling The IO-WFM Agent 448
4. IO-WFM Agent Interfaces 449
5. Conclusions 451
Acknowledgements 451
References 451
Chapter 64 Multi-Agent-Based Support For Electronic Contracting In Virtual Enterprises 452
1. Introduction 452
2. Foundations 453
3. EBSME E-CONTRACT Management Architecture 454
4. EBSME E-Contract Specification 455
5. Conclusion 457
References 457
Part 15 Multi-Agent Systems - II 458
Chapter 65 Modelling Collaborative Information Systems: The E-Enabled Supply Chain Case 458
1. Introduction 458
2. Information Sharing For Coordination Along Supply Chains: Architecture Requirements 459
3. Collaborative Control Parameters 459
4. Agent-Based Model Of Collaborative Information System 461
5. Conclusion 463
References 463
Chapter 66 Auction-Based Agent-Oriented Process Control 464
1. Introduction 464
2. Problem Description 465
3. Proposed Solutions 466
4. Simulation Platforms 467
5. Simulation Results 467
6. Conclusion and Outlook 469
References 469
Chapter 67 Multi Criteria Decision Making For Supply Chain Partners: A Multi Agent Simulation Approach 470
1. Introduction 470
2. Supply Chain Modeling: Literature Review And Contribution 471
3. MCDM In Supply Chain Management 471
4. Implementation Issues And Preliminary Computational Results 474
5. Concluding Remarks and Further Researches 475
References 475
Chapter 68 Using Radio Frequency Identification In Agent-Based Control Systems For Industrial Applications 476
1. Introduction 476
2. Rfid Infrastructure Available For Industrial Applications 477
3. Integration Of The Agent-Based Control With Existing Rfid Infrastructure 479
4. Conclusions 481
References 481
Chapter 69 Agent-Based Control For Thermoforming Processes 482
1. Introduction 482
2. Model-Based Control Using Agent-Based Technology 483
3. Agent-Based Architecture 483
4. Thermoforming Process 485
5. Model-Based Control Of The Thermoforming Process 486
6. Discussion 486
7. Conclusions 487
References 487
Chapter 70 Supply Chain Modeling: The Agent Based Approach 488
1. Introduction 488
2. Literature Review 488
3. Evaluation of Modelling Tools 490
4. Agent Based Approach In Modelling Supply Chains 491
5. Conclusions 492
References 492
Part 16 Multi-Agent Systems - III 494
Chapter 71 Monitoring As A Means For Discovery Of Crises In Mas 494
1. Introduction 494
2. Critical Situations in MAS 495
3. Monitoring in Multi-Agent Systems 495
4. Application Areas 498
5. Concluding Remarks 499
References 499
Chapter 72 Cooperative Disruption Management In Industrial Systems: A Multiagent Approach 500
1. Introduction 500
2. Disruption Management Problematic 500
3. A Cooperative Repair Method For Rescheduling 501
4. Multi-Agent Modelling 503
5. Multi-Agent Simulation 503
6. Conclusion 505
References 505
Chapter 73 Modeling And Optimization Of City Traffic With The Agent Approach 506
1. Introduction 506
2. Domain Review 506
3. Model of the System 507
4. Realisation 510
5. Tests 510
6. Summary 511
References 511
Chapter 74 Agent-Based And Evolutionary Planning Techniques Supporting Crises Management In Transportation Systems 512
1. Introduction 512
2. Management Of Critical Situations In Multi-Agent Systems 513
3. Solving Transportation Problems 513
4. Realised Systems And Obtained Results 514
5. Concluding Remarks 517
References 517
Chapter 75 Evaluation Management In Ethically-Social Approach To Security 518
1. Introduction 518
2. Mechanisms Of Behaviour Evaluation For An Agent 519
3. Coherency Of Evaluations' Processes Of All Agents In The System 519
4. Experiment 521
5. Conclusion 523
References 523
Section 7 Track "Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems" 524
Part 17 Reconfigurable And Agile Manufacturing Systems 526
Chapter 76 Reconfigurable Manufacturing System For Agile Manufacturing 526
1. Introduction 526
2. Reconfigurable Machining System 527
3. Design of RMS 527
4 Reconfigurable Automated Vision Inspection System 528
5 Design of RAVIS 528
6 Control System for RMS AND RAVIS 530
7. System Performance 531
8. Conclusion 531
References 531
Chapter 77 Agile Manufacturing System With Autonomously Operated Square Arrayed Machining Cells 532
1. Introduction 532
2. System Configuration And Dispatching Method 533
3. Characterization Of The System At The Designing Stage 535
4. Self-Organization Functions At The Operational Stage 536
5. Simulation Studies 536
6. Conclusion 537
References 537
Chapter 78 A Tool For Assessing Reconfigurability Of Distributed Manufacturing Systems 538
1. Introduction 538
2. Evaluation Techniques Related To Reconfigurability In Distributed Manufacturing Systems: A Review 539
3. Assessment Of Reconfigurability In Distributed Manufacturing Systems 540
4. Modularity Assessment Using The Design Structure Matrix 540
5. Conclusions and Future Work 542
References 
543 
Chapter 79 A Framework For Validation Of Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems 544
1. Introduction 544
2. Approach to Modelling 545
3. Approach to Validation 548
4. Conclusions 549
References 549
Part 18 Reconfigurable Manufacturing System Automation 550
Chapter 80 A Real-Time Execution Model For IEC 61499 Based Control Applications 550
1. Introduction 550
2. The Event-Chain Concept And Its Use In Iec 61499 Based Real-Time Control Systems 552
3. Deriving Schedulable Task-Sets By The Use Of The Event-Chain Concept 553
4. Event-Chain Execution Of IEC 61499 Applications 554
5. Conclusion and Outlook 555
Acknowledgements 555
References 555
Chapter 81 Petri Net Model Reconfiguration Of Discrete Manufacturing Systems 556
1. Introduction 556
2. PETRI NET Basic Definitions 557
3. A Fault Tolerant Control Scheme 557
4. System and Reference Models 558
5. Fault Recovery 559
6. Conclusions 561
References 561
Chapter 82 Distributed Engineering of Modular Reconfigurable Automation Systems 562
1. Introduction 562
2. Globalisation Of Automotive Production Domain 562
3. Adopting A Modular Approach 563
4. A Framework For Distributed Engineering 564
5. Industrial Implementation Of Component-Based Systems 566
6. Conclusions 567
References 567
Chapter 83 Performance Measurement Of A Multiagent System In Java-Based Industrial Embedded Controlers 568
1. Introduction 568
2. Agent Communication 569
3. Multi-Agent Platforms 569
4. Jade-Leap Deployment for PTC5800 569
5. Multi-Agent System Performance 571
6. Conclusion 572
References 572
Chapter 84 Physical Resource Coordination In Manufacturing Systems 574
1. Introduction 574
2. Background 575
3. Framework For Physical Resource Coordination For Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems 877
4. Case Example 576
5. Conclusion 578
References 578
Section 8 Track "Networked Enterprise Control System Integration And Interoperability" 579
Part 19 Enterprise Systems Integration And Interoperability 581
Chapter 85 Product Centric Holons For Synchronisation And Interoperability In Manufacturing Environments 581
1. Introduction 581
2. Applications Interoperability in Manufacturing Systems 582
3. A Product Centric Approach for Interoperability 582
4. Model Driven Approach For Holonic Models Interoperability 584
5. Modelling Tooling 585
6. Conclusion 586
References 586
Chapter 86 Interoperability Of Enterprises Network Holonic Control Via HLA 587
1. Introduction 587
2. Description Of The Proposed Approach Operation 588
3. High Level Architecture (HLA) 589
4. Integration Of The DEVS-ACE Models In HLA Environment 590
5. Illustration Of DEVS/HLA Federation 591
6. Conclusion 592
References 592
Chapter 87 Linking Interoperability And Risk Assessment: A Methodological Approach For Socio-Technical Systems 593
1. Introduction 593
2. Problem Statement 593
3. Sources and Proposed Approaches 594
4. Framing 595
5. Modelling and Analysis 595
6. Solving and Checking 596
7. Application 596
8. Conclusion and Perspectives 597
References 598
Chapter 88 Real-Time, Cooperative Enterprises: Requirements And Solution Approaches 599
1. Introduction 599
2. Main Results Of The National Projection Digital Enterprises, Production Networks 601
3. Concept Of Vital, The National Project On Real-Time, Cooperative Enterprises 602
4. Conclusions 603
Acknowledgements 604
References 604
Chapter 89 Evaluating The Holistic Decision Architecture Using An Organizational Metrics System 605
1. Introduction 605
2. Enterprise Modelling & Analysis
3. The Decision Analysis – GRAI Integrated Technique (DAGIT) 606
4. The System Of Organizational Metrics 606
5. Conclusions 609
6. Acknowledgements 609
References 610
Part 20 Reference Models And Architectures For Collaborative Networked Organizations 611
Chapter 90 Information Exchanges In A Cross-Disciplinary Supply Chain: Formal Strategy And Application 611
1. Introduction 611
2. Information Modelling In A Cross-Disciplinary Supply Chain : Overall Representation 611
3. Management Of The Information Exchanges Between The Functions 613
4. Application: Information Exchange Between Software Applications 614
5. DIscussion and Conclusion 615
Acknowledgements 615
References 616
Chapter 91 An Enterprise Model Of Interoperability 617
1. Introduction 617
2. Interoperability 617
3. Interoperability Model 618
4. Summary 620
References 620
Chapter 92 Collaborative Information System Design: From Process Model To Information System Model 623
1. Introduction 623
2. Presentation of Our Approach 624
3. Application Case of Our Approach 625
4. Conclusion 628
References 628
Chapter 93 A Methodology To Develop Interoperability Of Enterprise Applications 629
1. Introduction 629
2. Basic Concepts And Definitions 629
3. Expected Research Result And State Of The Art 630
4. Methodology For Interoperability 631
5. Conclusions 634
References 634
Chapter 94 Verification, Validation And Accreditation Of Enterprise Models 635
1. Introduction: From Enterprise System To Enterprise Model 635
2. Verification, Validation & Accreditation (VV&
3. Existing Strategies 637
4. VV& A In The Enterprise Modelling Domain: Research Axes
5. Conclusion 639
6. References 639
Part 21 Enterprise Integration And Interoperability Issues 641
Chapter 95 Enterprise Model For Integrating Process Control Into Cam Systems 641
1. Introduction 641
2. Enterprise Model Activities 642
3. Process Control Data Model 643
4. Process Control Business Processes 644
5. Use Of The Model As Information System Vision 645
6. Conclusion 646
References 646
Chapter 96 An Ontology-Driven Data Mediation Framework For Enterprise Application Integration 647
1. Introduction 647
2. A Layered Interoperability Model 648
3. Basis Of Formal Data Mediation 649
4. Principle Of The Data Mediation 650
5. Semantics-Based Mediation Process 651
6. Conclusions And Future Work 652
References 
652 
Chapter 97 Towards A Framework For Integrating Risk And Business Process Management 653
1. Introduction 653
2. Risk Management 653
3. Business Process Management 654
4. Unified Approach To Process Risks 655
5. Related Work 657
6. Future Work 658
7. Conclusion 658
References 658
Chapter 98 Interoperability Problems In Supply Chains Context 659
1. Introduction 659
2. Heterogeneity 660
3. How To Solve The Heterogeneity Problem To Reach Interoperability? 661
4. Conclusion 663
References 664
Section 9 Track "Integration And Information In Manufacturing" 665
Part 22 Information Management In Enterprise 667
Chapter 99 Toward A Unified Vision Of The Enterprise Informations 667
1. Introduction 667
2. Various Documents Formats 668
3. Existing XML Search Engine 668
4. Integration Of Informations From Databases 669
5. Examples 671
6. Prospects 671
7. Conclusions 672
References 672
Chapter 100 A Framework Of Information And Knowledge Management For Product Design And Development- A Text Mining Approach 673
1. Introduction 673
2. Related Work: Information and Knowledge Needed For PDD 674
3. An Intergrated Framework for PDD 674
4. MethodsL Key Initiatives 675
5. Conclusion 678
References 678
Chapter 101 Service Oriented Organization For Cross-Enterprise Processes And Distributed Transaction 679
1. Introduction 679
2. Distributed Business Process and Workflow 680
3. A Distributed Transactions Management Organisation 681
4. Conclusion 684
References 684
Chapter 102 Operations Strategy And Implementing ICTS: The Recipe For Success 685
1. Introduction 685
2. Theoretical Development 685
3. Case Study 687
4. Conclusion 689
References 690
Chapter 103 Case Study: Integration Approaches For Information Management In Virtual Organization 691
1. Introduction 691
2. Intergration Approaches 691
3. Distributed Systems 692
4. Materialized Approach 692
5. Multi-Database System 
693 
6. The Tehnonet Connection Layer 694
7. Conclusion 
696 
References 
696 
Chapter 104 Towards Pro-Active Information System Management In Virtual Enterprises 697
1. Introduction 697
2. Context 698
3. Organisation of the Performance Management System 698
4. Management System Organisation 699
5. Results 
700 
6. Conclusion 702
7. References 702
Part 23 Ontology-Based Information Management For Industrial Applications 703
Chapter 105 Constructing An Enterprise Ontology For An Automotive Supplier 703
1. Introduction 703
2. Ontology Construction And Evaluation 
704 
3. Enterprise Ontology Development 705
4. Conclusion 
707 
Acknowledgement 708
References 
708 
Chapter 106 Ontology-Based Information Integration In Automotive Supply Chains 709
1. Introduction 709
2. Technological Framework Of The Approach 710
3. Ontology-Based Information And Knowledge Modelling 711
4. Common Ontology Creation For A Supply Chain 711
Conclusions 714
Acknowledgements 
714 
References 714
Chapter 107 Towards Ontology-Based Requirements Management In Automative Electronics 715
1. Introduction 
715 
2. Requirements Management Case Study 
715 
3. Frame Concept For Integrated Model Management 716
4. Ontology-Based Domain Repository 717
5. Future Work 
720 
Acknowledgement 
720 
Chapter 108 Integrating Semantic Resources To Support SME Knowledge Communities 721
1. Introduction 721
2. SME Knowledge Community Support System 722
3. Study And Analysis Of Knowledge Sources For KCS In The CI Sector 723
4. Ontologies Structure And Content 724
5. Conclusion and Future Work 726
References 726
Section 10 Track "Integrated Design Of Product And Manufacturing Process" 727
Part 24 Information Systems For Product And Process Design 729
Chapter 109 Case Studies In Model Integration 729
1. Introduction 729
2. Problematic Of Model Integration 729
3. Proposed Approach For Model Integration 730
4. Case Studies 730
5. Synthesis Of The Three Cases 733
6. Conclusion And Perspectives 734
References 734
Chapter 110 Product Family Modelling - Attributes Rather Than Modules 735
1. Introduction 735
2. Modelling Of Product Families 736
3. Product Family Models 736
4. Computer Based Models 737
5. The Contents Of Product Family Models 738
6. Conclusions 739
References 
739 
Chapter 111 Design And Project Management: Coordination On A Platform Of Interoperable Tools 741
1. Introduction 
741 
2. Processes Of Product Design And Project Management 742
3. Partitioning By High Level Functional Modeling And Integration Into Structural Modeling 743
4. Generation And Selection Of The Scenarios 745
5. Prospects and Conclusions 745
Acknowledgements 746
References 
746 
Part 25 Collaborative Engineering Tools And Methods 747
Chapter 112 A Tool For Analysing Collaborative Practices In Project Design 747
1. Introduction 747
2. Co-Ordination And Collaboration In Engineering Design 747
3. Industrial Case Study 
748 
4. A Tool To Analyse Design Collaboration: Coca (Collaborative Capture) 749
5. Conclusion 751
References 752
Chapter 113 Management Of Evolution During Collaborative Design Process 753
1. Introduction 753
2. Context 753
3. Method To Solve Non-Interoperability Problems 754
4. Elements Of Collaborative Design Process Context 756
5. Conclusion 758
References 758
Chapter 114 Expert Knowledge Justification In Plc Models Applied To Flank Milling 759
1. Introduction 759
2. Representation, Formalisation: Relations Between Tool And User 760
3. Semantically Strong Zones In Flank Milling 761
4. Synthesis 763
5. Conclusion 764
References 764
Chapter 115 Manufacturing Quality Information Supporting Concurrent Design Decisions 765
1. Introduction 765
2. Framework Of MQI-BASED System 766
3 Content Of MQI And Requirement Analysis Of Design Decisions For MQI 767
4 MQI Acquisiton And Representation 768
5. Conclusions and Recommendations 770
Acknowledgements 770
References 770
Chapter 116 A Process Model Based Methodology To Support Conflict Management 771
1. Introduction 771
2. Motivation Example 772
3. A Process Model Based Methodology To Support Conflict Management 774
4. Conclusion 776
5. References 776
Part 26 Decision Making For Better Sustainable Products And Processes 777
Chapter 117 Methodology Of Outsourcing Design And Engineering Process 777
1. Introduction 777
2. Fundamentals Of Proposed Technique 778
3. Visualization Of Relationships Between Tasks And Skill Levels 778
4. Extraction Of Process To Be Outsourced 780
5. Estimation Of Required Resource With Skill Levels 781
6. Experiment 781
7. Conclusion 782
Acknowledgement 782
References 782
Chapter 118 Drawing Data Refining System According To Plant Product Life Cycle 783
1. Introduction 783
2. IMS/VIPNET Project And Its Results 783
3. Drawing Refining System 785
4. Reviewed Results 
787 
5. Conclusions 788
6. Acknowledgements 
788 
References 
788 
Chapter 119 Designing A Decision Support System For Trucks Predictive Maintenance 789
1. Introduction 789
2. State fo the Art Maintenance 790
3. The Proposed Approach 791
4. Conclusion 794
Acknowledgements 794
References 794
Chapter 120 Evaluation Of A Solution In Interactive Aiding Design Process 795
1. Introduction 795
2. Knowledge Based Systems And Evaluation Functions 796
3. Architecture Of A Constraints Based Model 797
4. Real Size Example 799
5. Conclusion 800
References 800
Part 27 Integrated Design And Manufacturing Processes 801
Chapter 121 Integrated Optimization For Weight, Performance And Cost Of Composite Structures 801
1. Introduction 801
2. Problem Definition 802
3. Example and Results 803
4 Conclusions 806
References 806
Chapter 122 Cost Evaluation For Welding Process By Using Preparing Features 807
1. Introduction 807
2 Cost Estimatino Procedure 808
3. Preparation Feature 808
4. Preparation Processes 808
5. The Cost Function 810
6. Study Case 811
7. Conclusion 812
References 812
Chapter 123 Numerical Modelling Of Compression Moulding For Improvement Of Mechanical Properties 813
1. Introduction 813
2. Modelling For Flow And Fibre States 814
3. Numerical Analysis 816
4. Flow Simulation Results 817
5. Conclusion 818
References 818
Part 28 Total Integration Of CAX Processes 819
Chapter 124 Feature-Based Process Planning For Interoperable STEP-NC Manufacture 819
1. Introduction 819
2. Related Work 820
3. Step-NC Based Process Model 821
4. A Step-Compliant CAPP System 822
5. Conclusion 824
References 824
Chapter 125 A New Software Platform For STEP-NC Manufacturing Application Development 825
1. Introduction 825
2. Data Structure Definition Using Express And The Step Data Access Interface 826
3. The Integrated Platform For Process Planning And Control (IP3AC) 827
4. Express Translator 828
5. Test Application One: The Step-NC Tree Viewer 829
6. Test Application Two: The Step-NC 3D Part Viewer 829
7. Discussion 829
8. Conclusion 830
References 830
Chapter 126 The Certification Of CAM Output Toolpaths: A Necessary Improvement 831
1. Introduction 831
2 A Rapid Survey Of Machining Process 831
3. Process Simulation 832
4 Process Certification 832
5 CAM Improvement 835
6. Conclusion 836
Acknowledgements 836
References 836
Chapter 127 A Process Modelling Approach For Design Of Experiments Software 837
1. Introduction 837
2. Design of Experiments 837
3. Process Models in DOE 838
4. Process Models In Manufacturing 838
5. Process Modelling Approach For DOE 839
6. Benefits Of Integrating The Process Modelling Approach In DOE Software 841
7. Conclusion 841
Acknowledgements 841
References 841
Part 29 PLM And Information Tracking Using Smart Embedded Systems 843
Chapter 128 System Architecture For Closed-Loop Plm 843
1. Introduction 843
2. Previous Research 844
3. System Architecture 845
4. Conclusion 848
Acknowledgements 848
References 848
Chapter 129 Globally Unique Product Identifiers- Requirements And Solutions To Product Lifecycle Management 849
1. Introduction 
849 
2. Requirements And Tradeoffs Of Globally Unique Product Identifiers 850
3. Analysis Of Relevant Numbering Systems 851
4. Conclusions 854
References 854
Chapter 130 Enriching Product Information During The Product Lifecycle 855
1. Introduction 855
2. Background 856
3. Managing Product Information Represented By Semantic Networks In A Multi-Organisational Setting 858
4. Conclusions 860
References 860
Chapter 131 Early Data Processing In Smart Item Environments Using Mobile Services 861
1. Introduction 861
2. Analysis and Problem Statement 862
3. Related Work 862
4. Requirements 863
5. Proposed Architecture 864
6. Practical Applicability 865
7. Conclusions And Outlook 865
8. Ackonowledgements 866
References 866
Volume II Cover 878
Part I: Track "Intelligent And Collaborative Maintenance In Manufacturing" 1
Section I: Monitoring Strategies For Intelligent Predictive Maintenance 1
Chapter 1. Information And Communication Technologies In Condition Monitoring And Maintenance 879
1. Introduction 
879 
2. Web Technology 880
3. Multi-Agent System 880
4. Conclusions 882
References 
882 
Chapter 2. Inspection Strategy For Availability Improvement 885
1.Introduction 885
2. The Mathmatical Model 886
3. Numerical Proceduare for Avalibility Evaluation 887
4. Numerical Example 887
Conclusion 888
Acknowledgements 889
References 
889 
Chapter 3. Diagnosis Of Tool Wear With A Microcontroller 891
1. Introduction 891
2. Tool Wear 892
3. Tool Wear Monitoring 892
4. Polynomial Regression Model of Higher Degree with Limited Number of Terms 
893 
5. Fuzzy Classification 893
6. Hardware Solution Based on a Microcontroller 893
7. Laboratory Tests 
894 
8. Conclusion 896
References 896
Chapter 4. Diagnosis Tasks Scheduling Based On A Distributed Multiprocessors System 897
1. Introduction 897
2. Formulation of the Distributed Diagnosis Problem 
898 
3. Scheduling Algorithms 
899 
4. Simuation Results and Analyzes 899
5. Conclusion 901
References 901
Chapter 5. Application Of Expert Systems In Intelligent Transportation Systems 903
1. Introduction 903
2. Selection of Machine State Recognition Systems 
904 
3. Expert Systems 
904 
4. Dissipated Systems of Machine State Recognition 
905 
5. Example of Application 
906 
6. Conclusions 
907 
References 
908 
Section II: Collaboration And Optimization For Maintenance Decision Making 909
Chapter 6. Maintenance Work Coordination In Electricity Distribution 909
1. Introduction 
909 
2. Business Processes 
910 
3. Proposed Solution 
912 
4. The Tehnonet Internal Module 913
5. Conclusions 914
References 
914 
Chapter 7. Service Oriented Semantics In Industrial Operation And Maintenance 915
1. Introduction 915
2. Service Oriented O& M Enviroment
3. Application Potential for Semantic Web Technologies in Industrial O& M
4. Semantic Life Cycle Services for O& M
5. Conclusions 920
References 
920 
Chapter 8. Production Line Simulation Using Stochastic Timed Petri-Net For Preventive Maintenance Scheduling 921
1. Introduction 
921 
2. Modeling 
922 
3. Evaluation of Different Maintenance Policies 
923 
4. Maintenance Optimization 
924 
5. Conclusions and Future Work 926
References 
926 
Chapter 9. Joint Quality Control And Preventive Maintenance Strategy For Imperfect Production Processes 927
1. Introduction 927
2. Strategy Definition 928
3. Simulation Model 
929 
4. Optimisation Using Experimental Design and Regression Analysis 
930 
5. Concluson 
931 
References 
932 
Chapter 10. Preventive Maintenance Of Manufacturing Systems Under Subcontractor Constraints 933
1. Introduction 933
2. Problem Statement 934
3. Two Maintenance Policies 935
4. Mathmatical Model 
935 
5. Numerical Example 
937 
6. Sensibility Analysis of the IMP Performance 
937 
7. Conclusion 
938 
References 
938 
Section III: Reliability And Safety Of Industrial Systems 939
Chapter 11. CP-Based Project Driven Manufacturing 939
1. 
939 
2. CP-Based Problem Specification 
940 
3. Modeling Framework 
940 
4. State Space Pruning Strategies 
941 
5. Task Oriented Decision Support Tools 
943 
6. Conclusions 
944 
References 
944 
Chapter 12. A Conceptual Structure For The Use Of Near-Misses Properties 945
1. Introduction 945
2. Definitions of Error, Incident, Mishap, Accident and Near-Miss 
946 
4. Near-Misses as an Oppotunity for a Company-Wide Improvement Program 
949 
5. Conclusion: Remarks and Further Extensions 
950 
References 
950 

951 
1. Introduction 
951 
2. Problem Formulation 952
3. Model of the System With Restorable State of Efficiency Unreliability 
952 
4. Example of System Analysis 
953 
5. The Model of System with Restorable State of Efficiency Unrelliability and with the Conteraction of the Danger Situation 
954 
6. Conclusion 
955 
References 
956 
Selected Nomenclature 
956 
Chapter 14. Structural-Technological Reserve And Its Use For Increasing Stability Of Manufacturing Systems 957
1. Introduction 
957 
2. Concept of Technological Chart in Terms of PETRI NET 
957 
3. The Function of Cost of Technological Chart 959
4. The Structural-Technological Reserve of a Manufacturing System 960
5. The Flexability of a Manufacturing System 
961 
6. Conclusion 962
References 
962 
Chapter 15. Telematic Based Transport Device Tracking And Supervision System 963
1. Introduction 963
2. Device Track Measuring 964
3. Image Analysis Technique 965
4. Example of Device Tracking Application 
966 
5. CASIP an Operational Security Software 966
5. Conclusions 
967 
Reference 
968 
Part II: Track "Advanced Manufacturing Systems" 969
Section IV: Innovative Production Machines And Systems 969
Chapter 16. Model-Based Machine Condition Monitoring With Web Access 971
1. Introduction - Justification for Condition Monitoring 
971 
2. Data Transfer from the Machine 
973 
3. Condition Monitoring Centre 
974 
4. Colaborative Working Process 
975 
5. Summary 975
References 
976 
Chapter 17. A Neuro-Fuzzy Scheme For Process Control During Complex Curvature Friction Stir Welding 977
1. Introduction 
977 
2. System Structure 978
3. Implimentation of the Neuro-Fuzzy Control Scheme 978
4. Simulation Results 
981 
5. Conclusion 982
Acknowledgements 
982 
References 982
Chapter 18. Adaptive Knowledge-Based Action Selection Architecture For Multiple Mobile Robots 983
1. Introduction 
983 
2. Background 984
3. Collective Behaviour of Social Insects and Mobile Robots 
984 
4. Fuzzy-Logic Based Dynamic Target Trackiing Architecture 984
5. Adaptive Co-Operative Action Selection Architecture 
985 
6. Simulation 
986 
7. Mobile Robots Hardware and Real Experiments 
987 
8. Conclusion 
988 
Acknowledgements 
988 
References 
988 
Chapter 19. Service-Oriented Architecture For Field Control Devices 989
1. Introduction 989
2. The Torero Aproach 
989 
3. Plug-and-Play Devices 
990 
4. Torero PNP Mechanisms Implimentation 
992 
5. Application Example 
993 
6. Concluding Remarks 
994 
References 
994 
Section V: Flexible Manufacturing Systems 995
Chapter 20. A Simulation-Based Equipment Environment For Flexible Manufacturing Systems 995
1. Introduction 
995 
2. The System Description 
996 
3. Scenarion Realization 
996 
4. Anaysis of the Simuation Enviroment 
999 
4. Conclusion 
1000 
References 
1000 
Chapter 21. On Just In Time Control Of Flexible Manufacturing Systems Via Dioid Algebra 1001
1. Information 
1001 
2. Preliminaries 
1002 
3. Modeling and Control of FMS 
1004 
4. Conclusion and Perspectives 
1006 
References 
1006 
Chapter 22. Product-Driven Control In Manufacturing Systems Using IEC 61499 And RFID Technology 1007
1. Introducton 
1007 
2. RFID-Technology 1008
3. Control Strategy Using FBC and S 1009
4. Example of the Approach 
1010 
5. Conclusion and Outlook 
1012 
References 
1012 
Chapter 23. Joint Production And Supply Control In Three Levels Flexible Manufacturing Systems 1013
1. Introduction 1013
2. Problem Satement 1014
3. Parameterized Control Policy 
1015 
4. Simulation Based Experimental Approach 
1016 
5. Conclusion 1018
References 
1018 
Section VI: New Trends And Challenges In Mechatronics 1019
Chapter 24. Experimental Study Of Collaborater In Human-Machine System 1019
1. Introduction 
1019 
2. Concept of Colaboraters 
1020 
3. Main Results 
1021 
4. Experimental Result 
1023 
5. Conclusion 
1024 
References 
1024 
Chapter 25. Modeling Of A New SMA Microactuator For Active Endoscopy Applications 1025
1. Introduction 
1025 
2. Actuator Description 
1026 
3. Actuator Modeling 
1027 
4 Experimental Results 
1029 
5. Conclusion and Perspectives 1030
References 
1030 
Chapter 26. Optimising The Control Parameters In A Digital Mass Flow Controller 1031
1. Introduction 
1031 
2. Operational of the MFC 1031
3. Control Strategies 1033
4. Control Results 
1035 
5. Conclusion 
1036 
Acknowledgement 
1036 
References 
1036 
Chapter 27. Robograpes: A Fully Automated Machine For Grafting Vine Cuttings 1037
1. Introduction 
1037 
2. System Requirements and Architecture 
1039 
3. Vision System 
1039 
4. System Automation 
1041 
5. Human-Machine Interface 
1041 
6. Discussion 
1041 
7. Conclusions 
1042 
References 
1042 
Part III: Track "Models For Competence and Knowledge Management" 1043
Section VII: Modelling And Simulation Of Human Performance 1043
Chapter 28. Manpower Allocation And Shift Scheduling Using Human Performance Simulation 1045
1. Introduction 
1045 
2. Organization of the Manpower Allocation and Shift Scheduling Model 
1046 
3. Human Performance Model 
1046 
4. Problem Definition 
1047 
5. Experimental Results and Analysis 
1049 
6. Conclusion 
1050 
References 
1050 
Chapter 29. A Dynamic Model For The Behavior Of An Operator In A Company 1051
1. Introduction 
1051 
2. Human Behavior 
1051 
3. Group Behaviour 1054
4. Conclusion 
1056 
Reference 
1056 
Chapter 30. Qualification-Based Manufacturing Planning Based On Computer-Supported Modelling And Simulation 1057
1. Competence Management as Management of Qualifications 1057
2. Personnel-Oriented Simulation 1058
3. Integrated Resource Planning in Personal-Oriented Simulation 1058
4. Further Research: Influences of Elderly Workers 1061
5. Summary 
1061 
References 
1062 
Chapter 31. Considering Polyvalence When Minimizing Workload Fulfillment 1063
1. Introduction 
1063 
2. Industrial Case Study 
1063 
3. Literature Review 1064
4. Problem Modelling 
1064 
5. Heuristics and Variations 
1065 
6. Experimental Results 
1066 
7. Conclusion 
1068 
References 
1068 
Section VIII: Competence Modelling For Decision Support Systems 1069
Chapter 32. Human Systems Engineering Instrumented By Modelling Techniques 1069
1. Introduction 
1069 
2. Elements of a New Human System Engineering Approach 
1070 
3. Illustrative Use of Some of the Modelling Concepts 
1071 
4. Summary and Conclusions 
1074 
References 
1074 
Chapter 33. Products, Organisation, And Processes Architectures Modeling: From Strategic Expectations To Strategic Competencies 1075
1. Introduction 
1075 
2. Modeling Tools 
1075 
3. Modeling System Architecture 
1076 
4. Socio-Technical System Modeling 
1077 
5. Discussion 
1080 
6. Conclusion 
1080 
References 
1080 
Chapter 34. Competence Management For Business Integration 1081
1. Introduction 
1081 
2. Human Resource Based Business Processes 
1082 
3. Initial Reference Framework 
1082 
4. An Extended Competence Framework for Complex Assembly Activities 
1084 
5. Conclusions and Perspectives 
1085 
Reference 
1086 
Section IX: Knowledge Modelling For Value Chain Management 1087
Chapter 35. Formalisation Of Norms For Recyclability Assessment 1087
1. Introduction 
1087 
2. Context 
1088 
3. Product Design and Enviromental Issues 1088
4. Formalisation 
1089 
5. Conclusion and Future Work 
1091 
References 
1091 
Chapter 36. An Approach To Assess Knowledge Cruciality For Industrial Project 1093
1. Introduction 
1093 
2. Related Research Studies 
1094 
3. Methodology 
1094 
5. Experimentation 
1097 
5. Conclusion 
1098 
References 
1098 
Chapter 37. Competence Based Supply Value Chain Effectiveness 1099
1. Introduction 
1099 
2. Research Framework 
1100 
3. Research Methodology: The Analytic Network Process 
1101 
4. Application of the Suggested Framework 
1101 
5. Concluding Remarks 
1103 
Acknowledgements 
1104 
References 
1104 
Chapter 38. Transformation Of Product Field Data Into Knowledge 1105
1. Introduction 
1105 
2. Transformation of Product Field Data Into Knowledge 
1107 
3. Conclusion 
1110 
References 
1110 
Part IV: Track "Integrated Engineering In Industry" 1111
Section X: Mixed Reality A Tool For Cost Effective Collaborative Engineering 1111
Chapter 39. Energy Interfaces For Mixed Reality 1113
1. Introduction 
1113 
2. Mixed Reality Bond Grapph Modeling 
1114 
3. Hyper-Bond Subsystem and Causality 
1115 
4. Haptic Ball Manipulator - An Example of Mixed Reality Bond Graph Modeling 1115
6. Conclusion 1118
References 
1118 
Chapter 40. Distributed Workspaces 1119
1. Introduction 
1119 
2. Mixed Reality Concepts 
1120 
3. CAVE (Computer Animated Virtual Enviroment) 1121
4. Servo Motor Design 
1122 
5. Social Aspects 
1124 
6. Conclusions 1124
References 1124

1125 
1. Introduction 
1125 
2. Description of the AERO-CAVE System 
1126 
3. Experimental Setup 
1128 
4. Conclusion and Perspectives 
1129 
References 
1129 
Chapter 42. Mixed Reality For Teleoperation Of Mobile Robots In Search And Rescue Scenarios 1131
1. Introduction 
1131 
2. Related Work 
1132 
3. Mission Control Interface 
1133 
4. System Implementation 
1134 
5. Evaluation 
1135 
6. Conclusion and Future Work 1136
Chapter 43. Mixed Reality Experiment For Distributed Learning Environment In Pneumatics Systems 1137
1. Introduction 
1137 
2. Deriveserver Description 
1137 
3. Use of Pneumatics in SENAI 
1139 
4 Proposed Enhanced Version 1139
5. Results 1140
6. Concluding Remarks 
1141 
Acknowledgements 
1141 
References 
1141 
Section XI: Integrated Product And Process Design For Market Driven Supply Chains: Spotlight On The Automotive Industry 1143
Chapter 44. Concept Of An Individual Vehicle Check With Formalized Models And Methods 1143
1. Introduction 
1143 
2. Selection and Transformation of Model Characteristics into the Vechicle Model 
1145 
3. Integration of the Functional Structure into the Vehicle Model 1146
4. Integration of the Variation Variety into the Vehicle Model 
1146 
5. Generation by the Test Rules Out of the Vehicle Model 
1147 
6. Execution of the Function Audit 
1147 
7. Summary 
1148 
References 
1148 
Chapter 45. ICT As An Enabler To The 5-Day Car: A Central Challenge To The ILIPT Project 1149
1. Introduction 
1149 
2. ICT Systems Down-Stream From the VM 
1150 
3. ICT Systems Up-Stream From the VM 1150
4. ICT-Integration 1151
5. Assessment of Interoperability Standards 
1152 
6. Why ICT is not Enough 
1153 
7. Concluding Remarks 
1153 
References 
1153 
Chapter 46. Establishing Build To Order In The European Automotive Sector 1155
1. Introduction 
1155 
2. Enabling Technologies 1157
3. Conclusions 1160
References 
1160 
Chapter 47. Inter-Enterprise Collaborative Processes In A Pure BTO Automotive Manufacturing System 1161
1. Introduction 
1161 
2. Prerequisites for a Flexable Automotive Network 
1162 
3. Inter-Enterprise Collaboration in a Pure BTO Automotive Manufacturing System 
1162 
4. Structure of the Automotive Supply Chain in a Pure BTO Manufacturing System 
1163 
5. Order management 
1163 
6. Assembly Scheduling and Sequencing 
1164 
7. Supplier Scheduling 
1164 
8. Replenishment of the BTS Parts and Materials 1164
9. Collaborative Demand and Capacity Planning Processes Between the Stakeholders 
1165 
10. Conclusion 
1165 
References 
1166 
Section XII: Automotive Automation Issues 1167
Chapter 48. Cost-Benefit Analysis For BTO Planning And Execution Processes 1167
1. Introduction 
1167 
2. Related Works 
1167 
3. Problem Description 
1167 
4. Methods 
1168 
5. Results 
1171 
References 
1172 
Chapter 49. The Role Of Inventory In Enabling Supply Chain Responsiveness 1173
1. Introduction 
1173 
2. Literature Review 
1174 
3. Methodology 
1174 
4. Findings 1175
5. Preliminary Conclusions 1178
References 
1178 
Chapter 50. Innovative Modular Valve Trains For 2015 Logistic Benefits By EMVT 1179
1. Introduction 
1179 
2. Working Principle of the Camless EMVT System 
1180 
3. Logistic Differences in Conventional and EMVT System Configurations 1181
4. Assistance Virtual Development Tools to Support Design Including Customisation 
1182 
5. Design of a EMVT System in a Basic Cylinder Head and a Space Frame 1183
5. Concluding Remarks 
1184 
References and Bibilography 
1184 
Part V: Track "Design Of Production Systems" 1185
Section XIII: Stochastic Models Of Production Systems I 1185
Chapter 51. Optimization Of Continuous-Flow Transfer Lines With Delay Using IPA 1187
1. Introduction 1187
2. Continuous Flow Model with Delay 1188
3. IPA 
1189 
4. Cost Function and its Derivatives 
1190 
5. Simulation-Based Optimization Algotithm 
1191 
6. Numerical Results 
1191 
7. Conclusions 1192
References 
1192 
Chapter 52. Performance Evaluation Of Production Systems Monitored By Statistical Process Control And Offline 1193
1. Introduction 1193
2. System Description 1194
3. Model Assumptions 
1194 
4. Outline of the Method 
1195 
5. Detailed Description of the Method 
1196 
6. Numerical Results 
1198 
7. Conclusions and Prospects 
1198 
References 
1198 
Chapter 53. Production Control With Advanced Demand Information In A Join-Type Production Line 1199
1. Introduction 
1199 
2. Description fo the Model 
1200 
3. Recursive Equations on Release TIme of Products 
1202 
4. Numerical Examples 
1203 
5. Conclusions 
1204 
Acknowledgements 
1204 
References 
1204 
Chapter 54. The Effect Of Dynamic Worker Behavior On Flowline Performance 1205
Section XIV: Stochastic Models Of Production Systems II 1211
Chapter 55. Selection Of Inventory Control Points In Multistage Pull Systems 1211
Introduction 
1211 
2. Problem Statement and Solution 
1212 
3. Computational Results 
1215 
4. Conclusion 1216
References 
1216 
Chapter 56. A Local Search Algorithm For The Inventory Matching Problem In A Steel Company 1217
1. Problem Description 
1217 
2. Literature Review 
1218 
3. Solution Approach 
1218 
4. Computational Results 1221
5. Concluding Remarks 
1221 
Acknowledgements 
1222 
References 
1222 
Chapter 57. Comprehensive Design Of An Order Picking Line By Simulation 1223
1. Introduction 
1223 
2. Proposal Methodology 
1224 
3.. Simulation Model 
1225 
4. Analysis and Results 
1226 
5. Conclusion and Further Research 1228
References 
1228 
Chapter 58. Estimating And Announcing Waiting Times In Multiple Customer Class Call Centers 1229
1. Introduction 
1229 
2. The Model 
1230 
3. Estimating the State-Dependent Waiting Time Distribution 
1231 
4. Announcing About Anticipated Delays by Steps 
1233 
5. Conclusion and Extensions 
1234 
References 
1234 
Chapter 59. A Two-Period Stochastic Programming Model For Distribution Network Design 1235
1. Introduction 
1235 
2. Problem Formulation 1236
3. Solution Methodology 
1237 
4. Computational Results 
1239 
5. Conclusions 1240
References 
1240 
Chapter 60. About Configuration Under Uncertainty Of A Power Distribution Network 1241
1. Introduction 
1241 
2. Presentation of the Static Problem 
1242 
3. Optimization Under Uncertainty 
1243 
4. Dealing with Uncertainties in Power Distribution Networks 
1244 
5. Conclusion 
1246 
References 
1246 
Section XV: Line Balancing And Layout 1247
Chapter 61. Facility Layout Problems: A Literature Analysis 1247
1. Introduction 
1247 
2. Definition of Layout Problems 
1248 
3. Workshop Features Impacting the Layout 
1248 
4. Dynamic Layout Problem 
1251 
5. Formulation of Layout Problems 
1251 
6. Resolution Approaches 
1253 
7. Conclusion 
1255 
References 
1255 
Chapter 62. A Generalized Cell Formation Problem In Dynamic Environment With Different Inter And Intra-Cell Batch Sizes 1259
1. Introduction 
1259 
2. Problem Formmulation 1260
3.. Numerical Examples 
1262 
4. Conclusion 
1264 
References 
1264 
Chapter 63. Weld Reallocation In An Automotive Robotic Line Due To Robots Failures 1265
1. Introduction 
1265 
2. Literature Review 
1266 
3. Spot Re-Allocation Models 
1267 
4. MRB Illustrative Example 1268
5. Summary and Concluding Remarks 
1269 
References 
1270 
Chapter 64. A Comparative Evaluation Of Exact And Heuristic Methods For Transfer Line Balancing Problem 1271
1. Introduction 
1271 
2. Input Data 
1272 
3. Methods Investigated 
1272 
4. Comparative Results 
1274 
5. Conclusions 
1276 
Acknowledgements 
1276 
References 
1276 
Chapter 65. EM Algorithm For Solving The Stochastic Assembly Line Balancing Problem 1277
1. Introduction 
1277 
2. Stochastic ALBP 
1278 
3. Overview of EM 
1278 
4. Numerical Results 
1280 
5. Conclusion and Perspectives 
1280 
Acknowledgements 
1281 
References 
1281 
Chapter 66. A Hybrid Ant Colony Optimization Algorithm For The Layout Problem 1283
1. Information 
1283 
2. Problem Description and Formulation 1284
3. Ant Colony Optimization and Guided Local Search 
1284 
4. Experimental Results 
1286 
5. Conclusions 1288
References 
1288 
Chapter 67. Optimization In Design Of Unit Head Machines With A Mobile Table 1289
1. Introduction 
1289 
2. Problem Statement 
1290 
3. Solution Method 
1291 
4. An Industrial Example 1293
5. Conclusion 
1294 
Acknowledgement 
1294 
References 
1294 
Section XVI: Product Design And Resource Planning 1295
Chapter 68. Selection Of A Modules Stock Composition Using Genetic Algorithm 1295
1. Introduction 
1295 
2. Problem Modelling 
1295 
3. Problem Solving 
1296 
4. Computational Results 
1298 
5. Conclusion 
1300 
Acknowledgements 
1300 
References 
1300 
Appendix 
1300 

1301 
1. Introduction 1301
2. Related Work 
1302 
3. Formal Description of Problem 
1303 
4. An Illlustrative Example 
1304 
5. Experimental Study 
1305 
6. Conclusion 
1306 
References 
1306 

1307 
1. Introduction 
1307 
2. Model Discrete Event SImulation 
1307 
3. Modular Discrete Event Simulation Methodology 1308
4 Comparaison 
1311 
Acknowedgements 
1312 
References 
1312 
Chapter 71. Resource Planning Algorithm For Personalizing Networks 1313
1. Enabling Personalization 
1313 
2. Resource Planning Algorithm 
1314 
3. Case Study in the Gold Industry 
1317 
4. Conclusion 
1318 
Acknowledgements 
1318 
References 
1318 
Chapter 72. New Neural Networks Approach For Optimal Machines Tools Selection 1319
1. Introduction 
1319 
2. Development of Neuronal System NNI for the Choice of Machines Tool Classes 
1320 
3. Development of Neuronal System NN2 for Optimization of machines Tool Selection 
1323 
4. Conclusion 1324
References 
1324 
Section XVII: Production System Design Methodology 1325
Chapter 73. Comparison Of Process Structure Complexity In Manufacturing Before And After Redesign 1325
1. Introduction 
1325 
2. Research Background 
1325 
3. Problem and Method Desciption by a Case Study 
1326 
4. Determination of the Indicators for Process Structure Complexity 
1327 
Application of the Indicator and Discussion of Results 
1328 
6. Conclusion 
1329 
Acknowledgement 
1329 
References 
1329 
Chapter 74. Towards A Reference Model For Problem-Solving In Manufacturing System Design 1331
1. Introduction: Generic Need for Evolution in Manufacturing System 
1331 
2. Problem Definition 
1331 
3. Suggested Approach 
1334 
4. Case Study 
1334 
5. Conclusion 1335
Acknowledgements 
1336 
References 1336
Chapter 75. Efficient Engineering Of Flexible Assembly Lines In Discrete Manufacturing 1337
1. Challenges 
1337 
2. State of the Art 
1338 
3. Basic Principles of a Modular Assembly Line Concept 1339
3. Engineering Steps to Create a Modular Flexible Assembly Line 1340
5. Conclusion 
1342 
References 
1342 
Chapter 76. Generation Of A Model For Comparing Manufacturing And Natural Responses 1343
1. Introduction 1343
2. SER/RSF Model 
1344 
3. Conclusion 
1348 
4. Acknowledgemetns 
1348 
References 
1348 
Section XVIII: Production Control Systems 1349
Chapter 77. Outline Of A Framework For Analysis Of Manufacturing Systems Using The PAC Scheme 1349
1. Introduction 
1349 
2. Essential Elements of the Framework 
1350 
3. Experimental Results 
1352 
4. Conclusions 
1354 
References 
1354 
Chapter 78. A Logic-Algebraic Method Based And Clp-Driven Approach To Control Of Concourrently Competing Cyclic Processes 1355
1. Introduction 
1355 
2. Class of Systems of Concurrently Executed Cyclic Processes 1356
3. Logic-Algebraic Method 
1357 
4. System of Concurrent Processes 1358
5. CP-Based Approach 
1359 
6. Conclusion 
1360 
References 
1360 
Chapter 79. Marking Optimization Of Weighted Marked Graphs: A Modified Simulated Annealing Algorithm 1361
1.. Introduction 
1361 
2. Definition and Assumptions 
1362 
3. Mathmatical Formulation 
1363 
4. Resolution Methods 
1363 
5. Experimental Results 
1364 
6. Conclusion 
1366 
References 
1366 
Part VI: Track "Supply Networks Design And Management" 1367
Section XIX: Flexible And Collaborative Production 1367
Chapter 80. Variety, Postponement And Reconfiguration: Insights From Automotive Order Fulfilment Systems 1369
1. Introduction 
1369 
2. Exploiting Dynamic Product Pipelines 
1370 
3. Recongiguration in Dynamic Prooduct Pipelines 
1370 
4. Comparing Reconfiguration and Postponement 
1371 
5. Relevance of Pipeline Reconfiguration to Other Sections 
1373 
6. Conclusions 
1373 
References 
1373 
Chapter 81. Modeling Cooperation Links Within Networks Of Firms A Case Study 1375
1. Introduction 
1375 
2. Drawing a Cartograhy of Potential Coordination Modes 
1375 
3. Drawing the Map of Actual Coordination Modes 
1377 
4. A Case Study Application 
1378 
5. Conclusion 1379
References 
1380 
Chapter 82. Analysis Of Collaborative Networks Using The Extremal Graph Theory 1381
1. Introduction 
1381 
2. Focusing the Problem 
1382 
3. A Model for the Network 
1382 
4. Collaboration and Graph Theory 
1383 
5. Examples of Application 
1385 
6. Conclusions 
1386 
7. Acknowledgements 
1386 
References 
1386 
Chapter 83. Modelling Information Sharing In A VMI Environment With Inventory Hub 1387
1. Introduction 
1387 
2. Simulation Model 
1388 
3. Experimentation 
1390 
4. Results and Discussions 
1390 
5. Conclusions 
1391 
References 
1392 
Section XX: Extended Enterprise 1393
Chapter 84. Digital Traceability From Design To Manufacturing In Extended Enterprises 1393
1. Introduction 
1393 
2. An Information Model for Traceability Data 
1394 
3. Traceability Data Model Implementation Along Product Life Cycle 
1396 
4. Conclusions 
1397 
Acknowledgements 
1398 
References 
1398 
Chapter 85. Model Checking In Planning Resource-Sharing Based Manufacturing 1399
1. Introduction 
1399 
2. Inter-Organiszational Cooperation 
1400 
3. Model Checking 
1401 
4. Conclusions 
1404 
5. Acknowledgements 
1404 
References 
1404 
Chapter 86. A Survey On Some Aspects Of Ambient Intelligence 1405
1. Introduction 
1405 
2. Some Corresponding Production/Buesiness Paradigms 
1405 
3. Maintenance - A Linnk Between PLM and SE 
1408 
4. Ambient Intelligence - Enabling Technology for Maintenance 
1409 
5. A Demonstration Project 
1412 
Conclusions 
1415 
Acknowledgements 
1415 
References 
1415 
Chapter 87. Including Kitting Decisions In The Design Of Supply Chains For The Aeronautic Industry 1417
1. Introduction 
1417 
2. Literature Review 
1417 
3. Problem Definition 
1418 
4. Model Description 
1419 
5. Experimentation 
1419 
6. Conclusion and Perspectives 
1420 
7. Acknowledgements 
1420 
References 
1420 
Appendices 1420
Section XXI: Supply Chain Performance Measurement 1423
Chapter 88. Value Stream Oriented Planning Of Supply Networks 1423
1. Introduction 
1423 
2. Working in International Networks 1424
3. Value Stream Oriented Planning of Supply Networks 1424
4. Industrial Case 
1426 
5. Conclusions 
1428 
References 
1428 
Chapter 90. Management By Performance Of Supply Chain Processes With The Reed Method 1429
1. Introduction 
1429 
2. Litterature Review and Research Approach 
1430 
3. From the Performance Evaluation to the Management by Performance 
1431 
4. Application to a Pharmaceutical and Cosmetical Supply Chain 
1433 
5. Conclusion 
1434 
References 
1434 

1435 
1. Introduction 
1435 
2. A Logistic Performance Measurement Framework: Logistiqual Model 
1436 
3. The Use of System Synamics to Link Performance Along the Supply Chain 
1436 
4. An Example from the Automotive Sector 
1437 
5. Conclusions 
1439 
References 
1440 
Chapter 92. Overall Performance Measurement In A Supply Chain 1441
1. Introduction 
1441 
2. SC Performance Expression Issue 1443
3. Case Study 
1444 
4. Conclusion ad Prospects 
1445 
References 
1446 
Chapter 93. Outsourcing Through BPR And SCOR At Rhodia 1447
1. Introduction 
1447 
2. How do BPR and SCOR Work 
1447 
3. How Does Outsourcing Work 
1449 
4. BPR and SCOR in the Context of Outsourcing: Rhodia Case Study 1450
4. Conclusion 
1452 
References 
1452 
Section XXII: Virtual Organizations 1453
Chapter 94. A Modeling Framework For Organization Networks 1453
1. Introduction 
1453 
2. Engineering Framework for Organization Networks 
1453 
3. Modeling Framework 
1454 
4. Implimentation 
1457 
5. Conclusion 1458
References 
1458 
Chapter 95. Creation Of Virtual Organizations In A Breeding Environment 1459
1. Introduction 
1459 
2. VO Creation Contexts 
1460 
3. VO Breeding Enviroments 
1462 
4. VO Creation Process 
1464 
5. Support Information and Functionallity 
1466 
6. Conclusions 
1466 
Acknowledgement 1466
References 1466
Chapter 96. A Methodology For Performance Analysis Of SMEs Networks 1469
1. Information 
1469 
2. Introducing the Conceptual Model of a Multi-Body Industrial Network 
1470 
3. Applications of the Meta-Model 
1472 
4. A Specific Model of Network Cataloguing 
1472 
5. Conclusions 
1473 
References 
1473 
Chapter 97. Process Improvement In A Virtual Organization Focused On Product Development Using Collaborative Environments 1475
1. Introduction 
1475 
2. Methodology for VO Process Improvement Using CEE 1476
3. Case Study 
1478 
4. Conclusions and Lessons Learned 
1480 
Acknowledgements 
1480 
References 
1480 
Section XXII: Supply Networks 1481
Chapter 98. Rebate System For Quality Improvement Under Supply Chain Environment 1481
1. Introduction 1481
2. Proposal of a Rebate System Under a Supply Chain Enviroment 
1481 
3. Rebate Model 
1483 
4. Numerical Experiments 
1485 
5. Conclusions 
1486 
Acknowledgements 
1486 
References 
1486 
Chapter 99. A Preliminary Study On Safety Stock Placement In Capacitated Supply Chains 1487
1. Introduction 
1487 
2. Literature Review 
1487 
3. Safty Stock Location Model for Uncapacitated Serial Chains 1488
4. Safety Stock Location Models in Capavitated Serial Chains 
1491 
5. Conclusion 1492
References 
1492 
Chapter 100. Dynamical Synthesis And Reconfiguration Of Competence-Cell-Based Production Networks 1493
1. Introduction 
1493 
2. Related Works 
1494 
3. Extended Value Chain Management 
1494 
4. Formal Statement of Synamical Sybthesis and Reconfigeration of Completence-Cell-Based Production Networks 1495
5. Conclusion 
1498 
Acknowledgements 
1498 
References 
1498 
Chapter 101. An Optimization Model For Tailings Distribution In An Oilsand Industry 1499
1. Introduction 
1499 
2. Syncrude Processes Overview 
1499 
3. Tailing Management Concepts and Challanges 1500
4. Tailing Volume-Planning Problematic 1501
5. Tailings Voltume-Planning Proposed Solution 
1501 
6. Comutional Experience 1504
7. Split Model Validation 1504
Acknowledgements 
1504 
References 
1504 
Section XXIII: OR Methods For Supply Chain Design And Management 1505
1. Introduction 
1505 
2. Decision Support System Structure 1506
3. Definition of Flow Coloured PN 
1507 
4. The FCPN Model 
1508 
5. The Case Study 1509
6. Conclusions 1510
References 
1510 
Chapter 102. A Petri Net Based Decision Support System For Purchasing Management In Supply Chains 1505
1. Introduction 
1505 
2. Decision Support System Structure 
1506 
3. Definition of Flow Coloured PN 1507
4. The FCPN Model of the DSS Core 
1508 
5. Case Study 
1509 
Chapter 103. A Lagrangean Heuristic For An Inbound Supply Chain 1511
1. Introduction 
1511 
2. 
1512 
3. 
1512 
4. 
1513 
5. 
1514 
6. 
1515 
7. Concluding 
1516 
References 
1516 

1517 
1. Introduction 
1517 
2. 
1518 
3. 
1520 
4. Conclusions 
1522 
References 
1522 
Chapter 105. Investment And Supply Chain Infrastructure 1523
1. Introduction 
1523 
2. 
1524 
3. 
1524 
4. 
1526 
5. Conclusion 1527
References 
1528 
Chapter 106. Multicriteria Decision Analysis For Investment Choice Of Helium Extraction Installation 1529
Part VII: Track "Novel Models And Approaches For semiconductor Manufacturing" 1535
Section XXIX: Automated Material Handling Systems 1537
Chapter 107. Zone-Based Vehicle Control In Unified AMHS For Wafer Fabs 1537
1. Introduction 
1537 
2. 
1538 
3. 
1539 
4. 
1541 
5. Concluding Remarks 
1541 
Acknowledgements and References 1542
Chapter 108. Integration Of Real Factory Variability In AMHS Simulations For Wafer Fabs 1543
1. Introduction 
1543 
2. 
1543 
3. 
1545 
4. 
1545 
5. 
1547 
6. Conclusions 1548
References 
1548 
Chapter 109. Approach For Artificial Load Generation For Acceptance Test Of AMHS 1549
1. Introduction 
1549 
2. 
1550 
4. 
1551 
6. Conclusions 1553
References 
1554 

1555 
1. Introduction 
1555 
2. 
1555 
3. 
1556 
4. Conclusions 
1560 
References 
1560 
Section XXX: Production Planning And Control 1561
Chapter 111. Processes Clusters For Organisational Urbanism 1561
1. Introduction 
1561 
2. 
1561 
3. 
1563 
4. 
1564 
5. 
1564 
6. Conclusion 
1566 
References 
1566 
Chapter 112. The Mythical Advanced Planning Systems In Complex Manufacturing Environment 
1567 
1. Introduction 
1567 
2. 
1567 
3. 
1568 
4. 
1571 
5. Conclusion 
1572 
References 
1572 

1573 
1. Introduction 
1573 
2. 
1574 
3. 
1575 
4. 
1575 
5. 
1576 
6. 
1577 
Acknowledgements 
1577 
References 
1578 
Chapter 114. Lot Streaming And Pegging To Integrate Production Planning And Scheduling 1579
1. Introduction 
1579 
2. 
1580 
3. 
1581 
4. 
1583 
5. Conclusion 
1584 
References 
1584 
Section XXXI: Scheduling And Dispatching 1585
Chapter 115. A Survey Of Dispatching Rules For Operational Control In Wafer Fabrication 1585
1. Introduction 
1585 
2. 
1586 
3. 
1588 
4. 
1589 
5. 
1591 
6. Concluding 
1593 
References 
1594 
Chapter 116. Bi-Criteria Scheduling On A Batching Machine With Non-Identical Job Sizes 1597
1. Introduction 
1597 
2. 
1597 
3. 
1598 
4. 
1598 
5. 
1600 
6. Conclusions and Future Directions 
1601 

1603 
1. Introduction 
1603 
2. 
1604 
3. 
1606 
4. 
1606 
5. 
1607 
6. 
1607 
7. Concluding Remarks 
1608 
Acknowledgements and References 
1608 
Chapter 118. Scheduling Challenges And Approaches In Semiconductor Manufacturing 1609
1. Introduction 
1609 
2. 
1609 
3. 
1610 
4. 
1612 
Acknowledgements 
1612 
References 
1613 
Part VIII: Special Session On Education And Training 1615
Section XXXII: E-Learning And Innovative Pedagogies 1615
Chapter 119. Developing Of An Intelligent Enterprise Staff Electronic Learning Component 1617
1. Introduction 
1617 
2. 
1618 
3. 
1618 
4. 
1621 
5. Conclusion 
1622 
References 
1622 
Chapter 120. Integrating Mobile Robots Development And Competitions In Engineering Curricula 1623
1. Introduction 
1623 
2. 
1624 
3. 
1625 
4. 
1627 
5. 
1627 
6. Conclusions 
1628 
References 
1628 
Chapter 121. Pid Controller Tuning Remote Experiment With Learning Environment Integration 1629
1. Introduction 
1629 
2. 
1630 
3. 
1630 
4. 
1631 
5. 
1633 
6. 
1633 
7. Concluding Remarks 1633
Acknowledgements and References 
1633 
Chapter 122. Computerized Simulator For Training The Operators Of Facilities For Destruction Of Chemical Weapons 1635
1. Introduction 
1635 
2. 
1635 
3. 
1637 
4. 
1639 
5. Conclusion 
1639 
References 
1640 
Part IX: Special Session On Advances in Industrial Management 1641
Section XXXIII: Total Quality And Organization Development 1641
Chapter 123. A Quality Awareness Approach For The Industry 1643
1. Introduction 
1643 
2. 
1643 
3. 
1644 
4. 
1645 
5. 
1646 
6. Conclusion 
1647 
References 
1647 
Chapter 124. Creating Organizational Reality: The Pivotal Role Of Leadership 
1649 
1. Introduction 
1649 
2. 
1649 
3. 
1651 
4. Conclusion 
1653 
References 
1653 
Chapter 125. Decisional Modelling For Engineer-To-Order 1655
1. Introduction 
1655 
2. 
1655 
3. 
1656 
4. 
1657 
5. 
1657 
6. 
1658 
7. References 
1658 
Chapter 126. ISO9000 Based Advanced Quality Approach For Continuous Improvement Of Manufacturing Processes 
1661 
1. Introduction 
1661 
2. 
1662 
3. 
1664 
4. 
1665 
5. Conclusion 
1666 
References 
1666 
Volume III Cover 
1677 
Section 1 Track "Scheduling For Modern Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chains" 1678
Part 1 Production Planning And Scheduling 1680
Chapter 1 Process Design For Efficient Scheduling 1680
1. INTRODUCTION 
1680 
2. MANUFACTURING PROCESS 1681
3. SCENARIOS 1681
4. PROCESS DESIGN CONSTRAINT-BASED ARCHITECTURE 1682
5. EXPERIMENTS AND RESULTS 1682
6. CONCLUSIONS AND FUTURE WORK 1684
REFERENCES 1684
Chapter 2 L-Class Enumeration Algorithms For One Interval Production Planning Problem 1686
1. INTRODUCTION 1686
2. THE L-CLASS ENUMERATION APPROACH 1687
3. A MODIFIED L-CLASS ENUMERATION ALGORITHM FOR THE PROBLEM WITH INTERVAL DATA 1688
4. APPROXIMATE ALGORITHMS 1689
5. COMPUTER EXPERIMENTS 1689
6. CONCLUSIONS 1690
REFERENCES 1690
Chapter 3 A Home Automation System To Improve Household Energy Control 1692
1. INTRODUCTION 1692
2. OVERALL MECHANISM 1693
3. PROBLEM MODELING 1694
4. SCHEDULING PROBLEM 1695
5. RESULTS 1696
6. CONCLUSION 1697
REFERENCES 1697
Part 2 Flow Shop Scheduling 1698
Chapter 4 Scheduling Of Flexible Flow Lines With Blocking By Memetic Algorithms 1698
1. INTRODUCTION 1698
2. FLEXIBLE FLOW LINES WITH BLOCKING 1699
3. MEMETIC ALGORITHM IMPLEMENTATION 1700
4. COMPUTATIONAL RESULTS 1701
5. CONCLUSION 1703
REFERENCES 1703
Chapter 5 Two-Machine Flow Shop Scheduling With An Interstage Transporter: Two Shipments 1704
1. INTRODUCTION 1704
2. FLOW SHOP SCHEDULES WITH TWO SHIPMENTS: LP APPROACH 1705
3. FLOW SHOP SCHEDULES WITH TWO SHIPMENTS: A SMALL FRACTIONAL JOB 1706
4. FLOW SHOP SCHEDULES WITH TWO SHIPMENTS: A LARGE FRACTIONAL JOB 1707
5. THREE-SHIPMENT SCHEDULES: AN UPPER BOUND 1708
REFERENCES 1708
Chapter 6 A New Heuristic-Em For Permutation Flow-shop Scheduling 1710
1. INTRODUCTION 1710
2. ELECTROMAGNETISM-LIKE MECHANISM 1711
3.EM F0R PFSP 1712
4 COMPUTATIONAL SIMULATION 1713
5. CONCLUSIONS 1713
REFERENCES 1715
Chapter 7 Flowshop Scheduling Problem With Batching Machines And Task Compatibilities 1716
1. INTRODUCTION 1716
2. NOTATION 1717
3. COMPLEXITY RESULT 1718
4. HEURISTIC APPROACH 1719
5. COMPUTATIONAL EXPERIMENTS 1720
6. CONCLUSION 1721
REFERENCES 1721
Chapter 8 Using Johnson's Algorithm To Approximate Some Flow Shop Scheduling Problems With Unavailability Periods 1722
1. INTRODUCTION 1722
2. LITERATURE REVIEW 1723
3. THE OPTIMALITY CONDITION OF JA 1723
4. MODIFIED JOHNSON ALGORITHM (MJA) 1724
5. JA AS A HEURISTIC 1724
6. JA COMBINED WITH OTHER RULE 1725
7. CONCLUSION 1727
REFERENCES 1727
Part 3 Job Shop Scheduling 1728
Chapter 9 Sequence-Dependent Setup And Clean-Up Times In A Two-Machine Job-Shop With Minimizing Makespan 1728
1. INTRODUCTION 1728
2. MODIFICATION OF SETUP, CLEAN-UP (REMOVAL) AND PROCESSING TIMES 1729
3. WORST CASE ANALYSIS 1732
4. CONCLUSION 1732
REFERENCES 1733
Chapter 10 A Tabu Search Algorithm For Solving A Bicriteria Flexible Job Shop Scheduling Problem 1734
1. CONTEXT 1734
2. PROBLEM DEFINITION AND NOTATIONS 1735
3. TABU SEARCH ALGORITHM 1735
4. COMPUTATIONAL EXPERIMENTS 1737
5. CONCLUSION AND FURTHER DIRECTIONS 1738
REFERENCES 1738
Chapter 11 A Mathematical Model For Cyclic Scheduling With Work-In-Progress Minimization 1740
1. INTRODUCTION 1740
2. CYCLIC SCHEDULING PROBLEM 1741
3. MATHEMATICAL MODELS FOR THE W.I.P. MINIMIZATION 1743
4. NUMERICAL EXPERIMENTS 1744
5. CONCLUSION AND FUTURE WORK 1745
REFERENCES 1745
Chapter 12 Optimizing Scheduling In A Job-Shop Using Event Graphs: Still An Open Problem 1746
1. INTRODUCTION 1746
2. EVENT GRAPHS FOR MODELLING A CYCLIC SCHEDULE 1746
3. A HEURISTIC ALGORITHM BASED ON THE ORDER IN THE FRONT OF THE BOTTLENECK MACHINE 1749
4. IMPROVEMENT OF THE PREVIOUS ALGORITHM 1751
5. CONCLUSION 1751
REFERENCES 1751
Chapter 13 Minimizing Lmax And Cmax In A Job Shop Problem With Sequence-Dependent Setup Times 1752
1. INTRODUCTION 1752
2. LITERATURE REVIEW 1753
3. THE SHIFTING BOTTLENECK PROCEDURE 1753
4. PROPOSED APPROACH FOR SOLVING JSS 1755
5. PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF THE DEVELOPPED APPROACH 1756
6. CONCLUSION 1757
REFERENCES 1757
Part 4 Cyclic Scheduling 1758
Chapter 14 Flow-Shop Cyclic Scheduling For Cyclic Deliveries 1758
1. INTRODUCTION 1758
2. STATE OF THE ART 1758
3. CYCLIC PRODUCTION PLANNING DETERMINATION FOR A FLOW-SHOP 1759
4. EXPERIMENTATION 1762
5. CONCLUSION 1763
REFERENCES 1763
Chapter 15 Two Approaches To The Cyclic Scheduling With Assembly 1764
1. INTRODUCTION 1764
2. AN ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE 1765
3. A GENETIC ALGORITHM APPROACH 1765
4. A FORMAL APPROACH OF THE CYCLIC SCHEDULING PROBLEM 1767
5. RESOLUTION 1768
6. VALIDATION AND RESULTS 1768
7. CONCLUSION 1769
REFERENCES 1769
Chapter 16 Scheduling In A Three-Machine Flexible Robotic Cell 1770
1. INTRODUCTION 1770
2. PROBLEM DEFINITION 1771
3. PURE CYCLES 1773
4. CONCLUSION AND FUTURE RESEARCH 1775
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 1775
REFERENCES 1775
Chapter 17 Operator's Assignment Problem In Workshop Scheduling 1776
1. INTRODUCTION 1776
2. CONTEXT OF STUDY 1776
3. GENERIC MODELING OF THE OPERATOR'S ASSIGNMENT TO THE MACHINES 1777
4. APPLICATION: SEEK OF AN ACCEPTABLE ASSIGNMENT IN A CYCLIC SCHEDULING 1779
5. CONCLUSION 1781
REFERENCES 1781
Chapter 18 Thermal Test Scheduling Using Constraint Programming 1782
1. INTRODUCTION 1782
2. THE PROBLEM 1783
3. THE MODEL 1784
4. EXPERIMENTS AND RESULTS 1785
5. CONCLUSIONS AND FUTURE WORK 1786
REFERENCES 1786
Part 5 Scheduling Heuristics 1788
Chapter 19 A Comparison Of Heuristics For Mean Flow Time Open Shop Scheduling 1788
1. INTRODUCTION 1788
2. BASIC NOTIONS AND SCHEDULE EVALUATION 1789
3. CONSTRUCTIVE ALGORITHMS 1790
4. ITERATIVE ALGORITHMS 1791
5. COMPUTATIONAL RESULTS 1793
REFERENCES 1793
Chapter 20 Predictive And Proactive Approaches For Rcpsp With Labour Constraints 1794
1. INTRODUCTION 1794
2. PROBLEM DESCRIPTION 1795
3. PREDICTIVE ALGORITHM 1796
4. PROACTIVE ALGORITHM 1797
5. COMPUTATIONAL EXPERIMENTS 1798
6. CONCLUSION 1799
REFERENCES 1799
Chapter 21 Finite Horizon Elsp In Flexible Flow Lines With Unrelated Parallel Machines 1800
1. INTRODUCTION 1800
2. PROBLEM FORMULATION 1801
3. PROPOSED HEURISTIC APPROACH 1802
4. COMPUTATIONAL EXPERIMENTS 1803
5. CONCLUSION 1805
REFERENCES 1805
Part 6 Theoretical Aspects Of Scheduling 1806
Chapter 22 A Fully Polynomial Time Approximation Scheme For Two Project Scheduling Problems 1806
1. INTRODUCTION 1806
2. THE PROJECT SCHEDULING PROBLEM 1806
3. DYNAMIC PROGRAMMING ALGORITHM FOR THE PROJECT SCHEDULING PROBLEM 1807
4. A FULLY POLYNOMIAL TIME APPROXIMATION SCHEME 1808
5. FPTAS FOR THE JOB SHOP PROBLEM 1809
REFERENCES 1810
Chapter 23 On-Line Algorithms For Single Machine Scheduling With Family Setup Times 1812
1. INTRODUCTION 1812
2. LOWER BOUND 1813
3. ON-LINE ALGORITHMS 1814
REFERENCES 1817
Chapter 24 Scheduling Of Coupled Tasks And One-Machine No-Wait Robotic Cells 1818
1. COUPLED TASKS 1818
2. ONE-MACHINE NO-WAIT ROBOTIC CELL 1819
3. TWO EQUIVALENT PROBLEMS 1819
4. COUPLED TASKS WITH TOLERANCE 1820
5. CYCLIC PRODUCTION 1820
6. CONCLUSION 1822
REFERENCES 1822
Chapter 25 Cyclic Properties Of Triangular Grid Graphs 1824
1. INTRODUCTION 1824
2. LOCAL CONNECTIVITY AND CYCLE EXTENDABILITY 1825
3. HAMILTONICITY OF TRIANGULAR GRID GRAPHS 1827
4. CONCLUSION 1828
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 1828
REFERENCES 1828
Chapter 26 Special Case Of The Single Machine Total Tardiness Problem Is NP-Hard 1830
1. INTRODUCTION 1830
2. EVEN-ODD PARTITION PROBLEM (EOP) 1830
3. SPECIAL CASE OF THE 1 || . TJ PROBLEM 1831
4. PROPERTIES OF THE SPECIAL CASE (3) OF THE PROBLEM 1||. TJ 1832
REFERENCES 1832
Section 2 Track "Production And Logistics" 1834
Part 7 Forecasting In Logistics Of Production And Inventory 1836
Chapter 27 Demand Forecasting For Multiple Slow-Moving Items With Low Consumption And Short Requests History 1836
1. INTRODUCTION 1836
2. PROBLEM DESCRIPTION 1837
3. BETA-BINOMIAL DEMAND MODEL 1837
4. EXTENSION OF THE MODEL FOR THE CASE OF EXTREMELY LOW DEMAND 1839
5. MODEL PARAMETER ESTIMATION 1839
6. BAYES FORECASTING FOR NEW MODEL 1839
7. SIMULATION RESULTS 1840
8. CONCLUSIONS 1840
9. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 1840
REFERENCES 1841
Chapter 28 Why Do Companies Not Produce Better Forecasts Overtime? An Organisational Learning Approach 1842
1. INTRODUCTION 1842
2. DEMAND FORECASTING 1842
3. THE CASE STUDY: PHARMACO, A MAJOR U.K. PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY 1843
4. POSSIBLE REASONS WHY FORECASTS ARE NOT IMPROVING: AN ORGANISATIONAL LEARNING (OL) PERSPECTIVE 1845
5. CONCLUSIONS AND FUTURE RESEARCH 1846
REFERENCES 1846
Chapter 29 Smoothing And Adjustments Of Demand Forecasts For Inventory Control 1848
1. INTRODUCTION 1848
2. FORECASTING ADJUSTMENTS 1849
3. EMPIRICAL DATA 1850
4. SIMULATION MODEL 1851
5. SIMULATION RESULTS 1851
6. CONCLUSIONS 1853
REFERENCES 1853
Part 8 Dynamic Lot Sizing 1854
Chapter 30 Dynamic Programming Approach For A Capacitated Lot Sizing Problem Coupled With Transportation Activities 
1854 
1. INTRODUCTION 1854
2. PROBLEM DESCRIPTION 1855
3. NOTATIONS 1856
4. PROBLEM PROPERTIES 1856
5. DYNAMIC PROGRAM 1857
6. COMPUTATIONAL EXPERIMENTS 1858
7. CONCLUSION 1859
REFERENCES 1859
Chapter 31 CAPACITATED LOT-SIZING PROBLEM WITH SETUP TIMES, STOCK AND DEMAND SHORTAGES 1860
1. INTRODUCTION 1860
2. FORMULATION OF THE MCLS4 PROBLEM 1861
3. RELAXING THE RESOURCE CAPACITY CONSTAINTS 1862
4. DYNAMIC PROGRAMMING ALGORITHM FOR SOLVING ULS4 1862
5. COMPUTATIONAL EXPERIMENTS 1864
6. CONCLUSION 1865
REFERENCES 1865
Chapter 32 A New Approach For Solving Integrated Planning And Scheduling Problem 1866
1. INTRODUCTION 1866
2. MODEL DPL 1867
3. PROBLEM FORMULATION 1868
4. LAGRANGIAN RELAXATION 1868
5. SIMULATED ANNEALING ALGORITHM 1869
6. COMPUTATIONAL RESULTS 1870
7. CONCLUSION 1871
REFERENCES 1871
Part 9 Reverse Logistics 1872
Chapter 33 Combining Reverse Logistics Transport Of Hazardous Material Returns With Distribution 1872
1. INTRODUCTION 1872
2. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROBLEM 1872
3. LITERATURE REVIEW 1873
4. MATHEMATICAL MODEL AND RESOLUTION 1874
5. RESULTS, ANALYSIS, AND DISCUSSION 1874
6. CONCLUSION 1875
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 1876
REFERENCES 1876
Chapter 34 Operational Vehicle Routing Within Hydro-Quebec's Reverse Logistics Network 1878
1. INTRODUCTION 1878
2. METHODOLOGY 1879
3. SOFTWARE TOOL 1881
4. PERFORMANCE MEASURES 1883
5. RESULTS, ANALYSIS, AND DISCUSSION 1883
6. CONCLUSION 1883
REFERENCES 1883
Chapter 35 A Make-To-Stock Queue With Product Returns 1884
1. INTRODUCTION 1884
2. MODEL FORMULATION 1885
3. CHARACTERIZATION OF THE OPTIMAL POLICY 1885
4. OPTIMIZING THE BASE-STOCK LEVELS 1886
5. INFLUENCE OF THE RETURN RATE ON THE PERFORMANCE OF THE SYSTEM 1887
APPENDIX: PROOF OF THEOREM 3 1887
REFERENCES 1889
Chapter 36 Intelligent Agent Technology For Reverse Logistics 1890
1. INTRODUCTION 1890
2. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FRAMEWORK FOR REVERSE LOGISTICS 1891
3. ADAPTING INTELLIGENT AGENT BASED TECHNOLOGY FOR RL 1892
4. MAPPING REVERSE LOGISTICS USING AGENT TECHNOLOGY (CASE STUDY) 1894
5. CONCLUSION AND SCOPE FOR FUTURE RESEARCH 1895
REFERENCES 1895
Chapter 37 Using Rfid For Waste Minimization In The Automotive Industry 1896
1. INTRODUCTION 1896
2. RFID TECHNOLOGY: FIELDS OF APPLICATION 1898
3. CONTROL AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS FOR THE REVERSE LOGISTICS 1899
4. CONCLUSION 1900
ACKNOWLEGEMENTS 1900
REFERENCES 1901
Section 3 Track "Production Planning And Inventory Control" 1902
Part 10 Production Planning Under Uncertainties 1904
Chapter 38 A Suboptimal Policy Applied To A Production Planning Problem Under Exogenous Demand 1904
1. INTRODUCTION 1904
2. STOCHASTIC PRODUCTION PROBLEM 1905
3. THE NFC PROCEDURE 1906
4. EXAMPLE 1907
5. CONCLUSION 1909
REFERENCES 1909
Chapter 39 Decision Support For Supply Chain Planning Under Uncertainty 1910
1. INTRODUCTION 1910
2. PLANNING PROCESS AND MODEL 1911
3. INTEGRATION OF FORECASTS 1913
4. APPLICATION EXAMPLE 1914
5. CONCLUSION 1915
REFERENCES 1915
Chapter 40 A Model For An Assembly System Under Lead Time Uncertainty 1916
1. INTRODUCTION 1916
2. PROBLEM FORMULATION 1917
3. PROBLEM ANALYSIS 1918
4. CONCLUSION 1921
REFERENCES 1921
Chapter 41 Evaluating The Impact Of Misplacement Errors On Decentralized Retail Supply Chain 1922
1. INTRODUCTION 1922
2. THE PROBLEM SETTING 1923
3. ANALYSIS OF MODEL 1 1924
4. NUMERICAL ANALYSIS 1926
5. CONCLUSION 1927
REFERENCES 1927
Part 11 Advances In Inventory Policies 1928
Chapter 42 An Analysis Of Forecast Based Reorder Point Policies: The Benefit Of Using Forecasts 1928
1. INTRODUCTION 1928
2. FORECAST BASED INVENTORY CONTROL POLICIES 1929
3. NUMERICAL COMPARATIVE STUDY 1931
4. CONCLUSIONS 1932
REFERENCES 1933
Chapter 43 A Discrete EOQ Problem With Maximum Order Size Costs 1934
1. INTRODUCTION 1934
2. CONTINUOUS APPROXIMATION AND MULTIPLE LOCAL MINIMA 1935
3. BASIC PROPERTIES AND THE CASE OF INTEGER A 1936
4. FURTHER PROPERTIES AND THE CASE OF NON-INTEGER A 1937
5. CONCLUSION 1938
6. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 1938
REFERENCES 1938
Chapter 44 Evolution Of Kanban Systems Thanks To A (Max,+)- Algebra Analysis 1940
1. INTRODUCTION 1940
2. LINEAR MODELS OF SOME PRODUCTION CELLS IN (MAX,+)-ALGEBRA 1940
3. MODEL AND EVOLUTION OF KANBAN CELLS 1942
4. SIMULATION 1944
5. CONCLUSION 1944
ACKNOWLEDGMENT 1944
REFERENCES 1945
APPENDIX: MINMAXGD PACKAGE IN SCILAB 1945
Chapter 45 Efficient Heuristics To Design A Stock Of Semi-Finished Products 1946
1 INTRODUCTION 1946
2 PROBLEM STATEMENT 1947
3 FORMULATION APPROACH 1947
4 SOLUTION METHODOLOGY 1949
5 COMPUTATIONAL RESULTS 1950
6 CONCLUSION AND PERSPECTIVES 1951
REFERENCES 1951
Part 12 Information Sharing And Coordination 1952
Chapter 46 Supply Chain Modelling And Control Under Proportional Inventory-Replenishment Policies 1952
1. INTRODUCTION 1952
2. THE SUPPLY-CHAIN MODEL 1953
3. COMPUTATION OF MODEL'S COVARIANCE MATRIX 1954
4. CHARACTERISATION OF BULLWHIP EFFECT 1954
5. ANALYSIS OF OPTIMAL POLICIES, CO-OPERATION AND ESTIMATION ISSUES 1955
6. CONCLUSION 1957
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 1957
REFERENCES 1957
Chapter 47 Inventory Control In A Decentralized Two-Stage Make-To-Stock Queuing System 1958
1. INTRODUCTION 1958
2. MODEL DESCRIPTION 1959
3. SUPPLIER'S PROBLEM 1960
4. MANUFACTURER'S PROBLEM 1961
5. SYSTEM OPTIMAL SOLUTION 1963
6. CONCLUSIONS 1963
REFERENCES 1963
Chapter 48 A Framework For Information Sharing And Cooperation In A Depot Problem 1964
1. INTRODUCTION 1964
2. LITERATURE REVIEW 1965
3. DEPOT PROBLEM 1966
4. INFORMATION SHARING AND SYSTEM COOPERATION IN THE DEPOT PROBLEM 1968
5. CONCLUSION AND PERSPECTIVES 1968
6. REFERENCES 1969
Chapter 49 Analysis Of RHF Contracts Under Highly Variable Externalised Demand 1970
1. INTRODUCTION 1970
2. LITERATURE REVIEW 1971
3. OVERVIEW OF MODEL 1971
4. RESULTS 1973
5. CONCLUSIONS 1975
REFERENCES 1975
Section 4 Track "Transportation And Logistics" 1976
Part 13 Traffic Control 1978
Chapter 50 Analysis Of Optimal Trajectory For Re-Entry Vehicle 1978
1. INTRODUCTION 1978
2. MANEUVERING RE-ENTRY VEHICLE PROBLEM 1978
3. NUMERICAL IMPLICATIONS 1980
4. COLLOCATION USING GLOBAL ORTHOGONAL POLYNOMIAL 1981
5. RESULTS OF THE RE-ENTRY VEHICLE MANEUVER 1981
6. CONCLUSIONS 1982
ACKNOWLEDGMENT 1982
REFERENCES 1982
Chapter 51 An Urban Traffic Control System Using Timed Coloured Petri Nets 1984
1. INTRODUCTION 1984
2. THE BASIC DEFINATION OF TCPN 1985
3. AN URBAN TRAFFIC LIGHTS SYSTEN AND PHASE TRANSITIONS 1986
4. MODELING TRAFFIC LIGHTS USING TCPN 1987
5. ANALYSIS OF THE URBAN TRAFFIC CONTROK SYSTEM 1988
6. CONCLUSION 1989
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 1989
REFERENCES 1989
Chapter 52 Multi-Agent Model Predictive Control For Transportation Networks: Serial Versus Parallel Schemes 1990
1. INTRODUCTION 1990
2. CONTROL SETTING 1991
3. SERIAL VERSUS PARALLEL SCHEME 1992
4. EXPERIMENTS 1994
5. CONCLUSIONS AND FUTURE RESEARCH 1995
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 1995
REFERENCES 1995
Chapter 53 Bond-Graphs Traffic Flow Modelling And Feedback Control 1996
1. INTRODUCTION 1996
2. BOND-GRAPH MACROSCOPIC TRAFFIC FLOW MODEL 1997
3. ANALYTICAL MODELS 1999
4. FEEDBACK TRAFFIC CONTROL 1999
5. SIMULATION RESULTS 2000
6. CONCLUSION 2001
REFERENCES 2001
Chapter 54 Macro-Micro Simulation Of Traffic Flow 2002
1. INTRODUCTION 2002
2. HYBRID MODEL 2003
3. RESULTS 2005
4. CONCLUSION 2007
REFERENCES 2007
Chapter 55 Formalising An Agent-Based Container Stacking Model Via Petri Nets 2008
1. INTRODUCTION 2008
2. PROBLEM DESCRIPTION 2009
3. ANALOGY WITH THE BLOCK WORLD PROBLEM 2010
4. MULTI-AGENT MODEL 2010
5. PETRI NET FORMALISATION 2011
6. CONCLUSION 2013
REFERENCES 2013
Part 14 Routing Problems 2014
Chapter 56 A Multi Objective Model For The Robust Aircraft Routing 2014
1. INTRODUCTION 2014
2. MODEL BUILDING 2015
3. SOLUTION METHODOLOGY 2017
4. ILLUSTRATION–JET AIRWAYS 2018
5. CONCLUSION 2018
REFERENCES 2019
Chapter 57 A Location-Districting Heuristic For Arc Routing Problems 2020
1. INTRODUCTION 2020
2. PROBLEM DESCRIPTION 2021
3. TWO-STAGE LOCATION-DISTRICTING PROCEDURE 2021
4. COMPUTATIONAL EXPERIMENTS 2023
5. CONCLUSIONS 2025
REFERENCES 2025
Chapter 58 Hybrid Genetic Algorithm To Approach The Darp In A Demand Responsive Passenger Service 2026
1. INTRODUCTION 2026
2. DaRP DEFINITION 2027
3. GENERAL ALGORITHMIC ARCHITECTURE 2028
4. INSERTION ALGORITHM 2028
5. GENETIC ALGORITHM IMPLEMENTATION 2029
6. PRELIMINARY TESTS 2030
7. CONCLUSIONS 2031
REFERENCES 2031
Chapter 59 Evolutionary Algorithms For Capacitated Arc Routing Problems With Time Windows 2032
1. INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND 2032
2. A MEMETIC ALGORITHMS FOR THE ECARP 2033
3. PROBLEM FORMULATION 2034
4. CONSTRUCTIVE METHODS FOR THE CARPTW 2034
5. MEMETIC ALGORITHMS FOR THE CARPTW 2035
6. COMPUTATIONAL RESULTS 2036
7. CONCLUDING REMARKS 2037
REFERENCES 2037
Part 15 Timetabling In Public Transportation 2038
Chapter 60 Spectral Theory In (Max, Plus) Algebra For Performance Evaluation In A Transport Network 2038
1. INTRODUCTION 2038
2. THE STUDIED PUBLIC TRANSPORT SYSTEM 2039
3. MODELLING 2039
4. ROUTING EQUATIONS 2040
5. ANALYSIS AND EVALUATION OF SYSTEM 2041
6. NUMERICAL EXAMPLE 2042
7. CONCLUSION 2043
REFERENCES 2043
Chapter 61 Designing A Multi-Agent System For Cooperative Train Dispatching 2044
1. INTRODUCTION 2044
2. PROBLEM DESCRIPTION 2045
3. NEGOTIATION MODEL FORMULATION 2045
4. COOPERATIVE TRAIN DISPATCHING 2046
5. CONCLUSION 2049
REFERENCES 2049
Chapter 62 Timetable Synthesis Using (Max,+) Algebra 2050
1. INTRODUCTION 2050
2. PRELIMINARIES 2050
3. OPTIMAL CONTROL 2052
4. APPLICATION TO URBAN TRANSPORTATION NETWORKS 2053
5. CONCLUSION 2055
REFERENCES 2055
Chapter 63 Stability Evaluation Of A Railway Timetable At The Station Level 2056
1. INTRODUCTION 2056
2. THE RAILROAD INFRASTRUCTURE OPERATION MODEL 2057
3. THE STABILITY EVALUATION MODEL 2058
4. AN EXAMPLE OF A STABILITY EVALUATION 2059
5. CONCLUSION 2060
REFERENCES 2061
Chapter 64 Safety System For Railway Operation Relating To Access Charge On Infrastructure 2062
1. SAFETY SYSTEM: TRAIN PROTECTION AND CONTROL 2062
2. CHARGE FOR THE USE OF INFRASTRUCTURE 2065
3. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ATC SYSTEM AND REDUCTION OF THE DISCOUNT 2066
4. CONCLUSION AND FUTURE DEVELOPMENT 2067
REFERENCES 2067
Part 16 OR-Case Studies And Data Mining 2068
Chapter 65 Destination Estimation From Public Transport Smartcard Data 2068
1. INTRODUCTION 2068
2. BACKGROUND 2068
3. METHODOLOGY 2069
4. ESTIMATION MODEL 2070
5. APPLICATION AND RESULTS 2071
6. CONCLUSION 2072
7. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 2073
REFERENCES 2073
Chapter 66 Mining Public Transport User Behaviour From Smart Card Data 2074
1. INTRODUCTION 2074
2. REVIEW 2074
3. METHODOLOGY 2075
4. RESULTS 2077
5. CONCLUSION 2079
REFERENCES 2079
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 2079
Chapter 67 Scheduling Moves Within Railcar Maintenance Centers 2080
1. INTRODUCTION 2080
2. PREVIOUS WORKS 2080
3. PROBLEM REPRESENTATION 2081
4. RESOLUTION ALGORITHMS 2083
5. PRELIMINARY COMPUTATIONAL RESULTS 2084
6. CONCLUSION AND PERSPECTIVES 2085
REFERENCES 2085
Chapter 68 Usage Of Or-Tools For Logistics Support In Forest Operations At Sveaskog After The Storm Gudrun 2086
1. INTRODUCTION 2086
2. THE SVEASKOG SITUATION 2087
3. DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEM AND MODELS 2088
4. RESULTS 2090
5.CONCLUSIONS 2091
REFERENCES 2091
Section 5 Track "Location And Dynamic Pricing" 2092
Part 17 Locational Analysis 2094
Chapter 69 Solving Minimax Location Problems On Networks With Admissible Maximal Distances 2094
1. INTRODUCTION 2094
2. FORMULATIONS OF THE PROBLEMS 2095
3. BINARY SEARCH ALGORITHM 2096
4. IMPROVED BINARY SEARCH ALGORITHM 2097
5. BRANCH AND BOUND ALGORITHM 2098
6. CONCLUSIONS 2099
REFERENCES 2099
Chapter 70 Ant Colony Optimization Algorithm For The Capacitated Plant Location Problem 2100
1. INTRODUCTION 2100
2. PROBLEM FORMULATION 2101
3. ANT COLONY OPTIMIZATION 2101
4. COMPUTATIONAL RESULTS 2103
5. CONCLUSION 2104
REFERENCES 2104
Chapter 71 A Bicriteria Problem Of Optimal Service Centers Location 2106
1. INTRODUCTION 2106
2. ANALYSIS OF THE MODEL 2107
3. THE APPROACHES TO SOLVING THE PROBLEM 2108
4. COMPUTATIONAL EXPERIMENT 2110
CONCLUSION 2110
REFERENCES 2110
Chapter 72 New Formulations And Valid Inequalities For The Toll Setting Problem 2112
1. INTRODUCTION 2112
2. THE TOLL SETTING PROBLEM 2112
3. NEW FORMULATIONS 2113
4. VALID INEQUALITIES 2113
5. EXTENSIONS 2116
6. CONCLUSION AND FURTHER WORK 2117
REFERENCES 2117
Chapter 73 Quadratic Assignment Problem: Easily Solvable Cases 2118
1. INTRODUCTION 2118
2. PRELIMINARY NOTIONS, DEFINITIONS AND AUXILIARY RESULTS 2119
3. . - NON-INCREASING CONDITIONS OF fA,B 2121
4. f - NONINCREASING CONDITIONS OF fA,B 2121
5. CONDITIONS OF STRONG SOLVABILITY 2121
6. CONCLUDING REMARKS 2122
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 2122
REFERENCES 2122
Part 18 Revenue Management And Dynamic Pricing 2124
Chapter 74 A Bilevel Approach To Optimal Pricing 2124
1. INTRODUCTION 2124
2. BILEVEL MODELS 2125
3. A NETWORK PRICING PROBLEM 2125
4. ALGORITHMIC APPROACHES 2126
5. APPLICATIONS TO REVENUE MANAGEMENT AND DYNAMIC PRICING 2128
6. CONCLUSION 2128
REFERENCES 2128
Chapter 75 Revenue Management Of Auto Train At Amtrak 2130
1. INTRODUCTION 2130
2. RELATED RESEARCH 2131
3. ANALYSIS OF SALES DATA 2131
4. THE MODEL 2132
5. NUMERICAL RESULTS 2134
6. CONCLUSIONS 2135
REFERENCES 2135
Chapter 76 Optimal Product Segmentation With Strategic Customers 2136
1. INTRODUCTION 2136
2. TWO PERIOD MODEL 2138
3. CONCLUSION 2140
REFERENCES 2140
Chapter 77 Dynamic Pricing With Online Learning Of General Reservation Price Distribution 2142
1. INTRODUCTION 2142
2. PRICING MODEL 2143
3. AGGREGATING ALGORITHM: UPDATES TO POSTERIOR DISTRIBUTION 2144
4. NUMERICAL ILLUSTRATIONS 2146
REFERENCES 2147
Section 6 Track "Metaheuristics And Soft Computing In Industrial Applications" 2148
Part 19 Metaheuristics For Combinatorial Optimization 2150
Chapter 78 Simulated Annealing Applied To The Rotational Polygon Packing 2150
1. INTRODUCTION TO PLACEMENT PROBLEMS 2150
2. THIS WORK 2150
3. RESULTS 2155
4. CONCLUSIONS 2155
5. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 2155
REFERENCES 2155
Chapter 79 Multicriteria Maintenance Problem Resolved By Tabu Search 2156
1. INTRODUCTION 2156
2. THE MULTICRITERIA SELECTIVE MAINTENANCE PROBLEM 2157
3. PROBLEM MODELING 2158
4. MUTICRITERIA TABU SEARCH: THE PRTS+D METHOD 2159
5. STUDY CASE PRESENTATION 2159
6. CONCLUSION 2161
REFERENCES 2161
Chapter 80 A Tabu Search Method For The Non-Oriented Two-Dimensional Bin-Packing Problem 2162
1. INTRODUCTION 2162
2. PRETREATEMENTS 2163
3. MAXIMAL AREAS AND BASIC HEURISTIC 2163
4. NEW TABU SEARCH FOR 2BP|R|F 2164
5. COMPUTATIONAL RESULTS 2167
REFERENCES 2167
Chapter 81 Metaheuristics Versus Spectral And Multilevel Methods Applied On An Air Traffic Control Problem 2168
1. INTRODUCTION 2168
2. AN AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL PROBLEM 2168
3. OBJECTIVE FUNCTIONS 2169
4. METAHEURISTICS 2170
5. RESULTS 2171
6. CONCLUSION 2173
REFERENCES 2173
Part 20 Fuzzy Logic Or Metaheuristics In Industrial Applications 2174
Chapter 82 Neural Modelling And Control Of A Crystal Growth Process In Cane Sugar Industry 2174
INTRODUCTION 2174
1 - CRYSTAL GROWTH PROCESS 2174
2 - PRELIMINARY MODELLING WORK 2175
3 - NEURAL MODELLING 2175
4 - MODELLING RESULTS 2176
5 - UPDATING THE CONTROLLER PARAMETERS 2177
6 - RESULTS 2177
CONCLUSIONS AND FUTURE WORKS 2179
REFERENCES 2179
Chapter 83 Fuzzy Controller Of The Air System Of A Diesel Engine 2180
1. INTRODUCTION 2180
2. AIR SYSTEM OF A DIESEL ENGINE 2180
3. STANDARD CONTROL STRATEGY 2181
4. LITERATURE OVERVIEW 2181
5. THE FUZZY MULTI-VARIABLE CONTROLLER 2182
6. RESULTS 2184
7. CONCLUSION 2185
REFERENCES 2185
Chapter 84 Fuzzy Controller Tuning For Upfc Boost Rectifier By Experimental Designs 2186
1. INTRODUCTION 2186
2. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 2187
3. LINEAR CONTROL 2187
4. FUZZY CONTROLLER 2188
5. EXPERIMENTAL DESIGNS PRINCIPLES 2189
6. TUNING AND RESULTS 2189
7. CONCLUSION 2191
REFERENCES 2191
Chapter 85 Learning Of Multilayer Neural Networks With Threshold Activation Functions For Pattern Classification 2192
1. INTRODUCTION 2192
2. CHOICE OF NETWORK ARCHITECTURE AND INITIAL VALUES OF ITS PARAMETERS 2193
3. PROBABILISTIC ANALYSIS OF MLNN 2194
4. APPLICATION OF LINEARIZATION COEFFICIENTS FOR LEARNING 2195
5. EXAMPLE 2195
6. CONCLUSION 2197
REFERENCES 2197
Part 21 Intelligent Systems And Intelligent Information Processing 2198
Chapter 86 Genetic Algorithms For Supply Management Problem With Lower-Bounded Demands 2198
1. INTRODUCTION 2198
2. GENETIC ALGORITHM 2199
3. GA WITH BINARY REPRESENTATION 2199
4. GENETIC ALGORITHM WITH NON-BINARY REPRESENTATION 2201
5. EXPERIMENTAL RESULTS 2202
CONCLUSIONS 2203
REFERENCES 2203
Chapter 87 A Memetic Algorithm With Population Management For A Production-Distribution Problem 2204
1. PROBLEM STATEMENT 2204
2. RELEVANCE AND LITERATURE 2205
3. MA|PM COMPONENTS 2205
4. COMPUTATIONAL RESULTS 2208
5. CONCLUSION AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS 2209
REFERENCES 2209
Chapter 88 Rescheduling Of Logistic Processes Using Ga And Aco 2210
1. INTRODUCTION 2210
2. THE LOGISTIC SCHEDULING PROBLEM 2211
3. THE LOGISTIC SCHEDULING METHODS 2212
4. COMPARISON FOR THE LOGISTIC PROBLEM 2213
5. CONCLUSIONS 2215
REFERENCES 2215
Section 7 Track "Simulation In Industrial Engineering" 2216
Part 22 Simulation For Enterprise Engineering 2218
Chapter 89 Simulation Platform In The Virtual Factory Laboratory System 2218
1. INTRODUCTION 2218
2. DYNAMIC SIMULATION OF THE CRUDE OIL DISTILLATION PROCESS 2219
3. DYNAMIC-STATIC HYBRID SIMULATION 2219
4. HARDWARE-IN-THE-LOOP SIMULATION 2220
5. CONCLUSION AND SIGNIFICANCE 2221
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 2222
REFERENCES 2222
Chapter 90 Virtual Factory Laboratory System And Its Application 2224
1. INTRODUCTION 2224
2. SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE 2225
3. PROCESS SIMULATION AND DATA INTEGRATION 2225
4. APPLICATION OF THE VIRTUAL FACTORY LABORATORY SYSTEM 2228
5. CONCLUSION 2228
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 2228
REFERENCES 2228
Chapter 91 A Simulation Testbed For Decision System Evaluation In A Furniture Manufacturing Group 2230
1. CONTEXT OF THIS WORK 2230
2. SIMULATION AND INDUSTRIAL USES 2231
3. CUT-TO-SIZE SIMULATION 2232
4. WORKSHOP SIMULATION 2233
5. DISTRIBUTED DECISION SYSTEM REPRESENTATION 2234
6. CONCLUSION AND OPEN ISSUES 2235
REFERENCES 2235
Part 23 Simulation In Logistics 2236
Chapter 92 Handling Uncertainty In Production Activity Control Using Proactive Simulation 2236
1. INTRODUCTION 2236
2. OBSERVING A SYSTEM BY REAL-TIME SIMULATION 2237
3. USING THE PROACTIVE SIMULATION 2238
4. APPLICATION ON A COMPLEX MANUFACTURING SYSTEM 2238
5. THE CONTROL ARCHITECTURE 2239
6. CONCLUSION 2241
REFERENCES 2241
Chapter 93 Risk Analysis For Cooperation Policies Benefits In Reducing The Bullwhip Effect 2242
1. INTRODUCTION 2242
2. A LITERATURE REVIEW 2242
3. THE SYSTEM UNDER STUDY 2243
4. A SIMULATION TOOL TO SUPPORT RISK EVALUATION 2243
5. THE RISK ANALYSIS APPROACH 2244
6. THE EXPERIMENTAL VALIDATION 2245
7. RESULTS AND MANAGERIAL INSIGHTS 2245
8. CONCLUSION 2247
REFERENCES 2247
Chapter 94 Feasibility Evaluation Of Multi-Site Scheduling By Distributed Simulation Of Workshops 2248
1. INTRODUCTION 2248
2. F-R-PAC MODEL 2249
3. F-R-PAC IMPLEMENTATION 2250
4. APPLICATION TO A SIMPLE CASE 2251
5. CONCLUSION 2252
6. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 2253
REFERENCES 2253
Chapter 95 XML-NETS For Simulation Of The Supply Chain Processes 2254
1. INTRODUCTION 2254
2. XML NETS USED TO MODEL SUPPLY CHAINS 2255
3. SIMULATION SYSTEM FOR XML-NETS 2257
4. STRUCTURE OF THE SIMULATOR AND IMPLEMENTATION ASPECTS 2258
5. CONCLUSION 2259
REFERENCES 2259
Chapter 96 Epoch Time Synchronization Method With Continuous Update For Distributed Simulation 2260
1. INTRODUCTION 2260
2. PROPOSED SYNCHRONIZATION METHOD 2261
3. IMPLEMENTATION AND EXPERIMENT 2263
4. CONCLUSION 2265
REFERENCES 2265
Part 24 Simulation And Optimization 2266
Chapter 97 A Simulation Based Approach For Optimization Of Multi-Stage Production-Distribution Systems With Batch Order 2266
1. INTRODUCTION 2266
2. MULTI-STAGE PRODUCTION-DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM 2268
3. A NEW OPTIMIZATION APPROACH VIA SIMULATION 2268
4. NUMERICAL EXPERIENCES 2270
5. CONCLUSIONS 2271
REFERENCES 2271
Chapter 98 Using Constraint Programming And Simulation For Execution Monitoring And Progressive Scheduling 2272
1. INTRODUCTION 2272
2. SCHEDULING PROBLEM 2273
3. MONTE-CARLO SIMULATION 2274
4. PROGRESSIVE APPROACH 2274
5. DISCUSSION AND FUTURE WORK 2277
REFERENCES 2277
Chapter 99 Simulation And Integer Programming Approach For Efficient Shift Design 2278
1. INTRODUCTION 2278
2. ASSESSMENT OF SHIFTS COVERING APPROACH 2280
3. HYBRID APPROACHES 2281
4. CONCLUSION 2283
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 2283
REFERENCES 2283
Chapter 100 Optimization Of Production Capacity In Intangible Flow Production Systems 2284
1. INTRODUCTION 2284
2. INTANGIBLE PRODUCTION 2284
3. INTANGIBLE PRODUCTION NETWORK 2284
4. OPTIMIZATION TASK 2285
5. OPTIMIZATION MODEL 2286
6. OPTIMIZATION ALGORITHM 2288
7. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE 2289
8. CONCLUSIONS 2289
REFERENCES 2289
Section 8 Special Event: Innovative Engineering Techniques In Healthcare Delivery 2290
Part 25 Operation Management - I 2292
Chapter 101 Endoscopies Scheduling Problem: A Case Study 2292
1. BACKGROUND OF THIS RESEARCH 2292
2. TACTICAL ENDOSCOPY PLANNING PROBLEM 2293
3. DAILY ENDOSCOPIES SCHEDULING PROBLEM 2295
4. EXPERIMENTAL RESULTS 2295
5. CONCLUSIONS AND PERSPECTIVES 2297
REFERENCES 2297
Chapter 102 Operations Management Related Activities For Home Health Care Providers 2298
1. INTRODUCTION 2298
2. DEFINITIONS OF HOME HEALTH CARE 2299
3. THE HHC STRUCTURE MODELING 2299
4. CONCLUSIONS AND PROSPECTS 2303
REFERENCES 2303
Chapter 103 Dynamic Management Of Perioperative Processes: A Modeling And Visualization Paradigm 2304
1. PERIOPERATIVE PROCESSES AND COORDINATION 2304
2. MODELING AND SIMULATION FOR REAL-TIME DECISION SUPPORT 2305
3. VISUALIZATION FOR DYNAMIC MANAGEMENT 2306
4. PREDICTING CASE FINISHING TIME 2307
5. DISCUSSIONS AND CONCLUSIONS 2308
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 2309
REFERENCES 2309
Chapter 104 Optimization Methods For Surgery Planning Under Uncertain Demand For Emergency Surgery 2310
1. INTRODUCTION 2310
2. PROBLEM SETTING 2310
3. "EXACT" OPTIMIZATION METHOD 2311
4. HEURISTIC AND META-HEURISTIC METHODS 2312
5. COMPUTATIONAL EXPERIMENTS 2313
6. CONCLUSION 2315
REFERENCES 2315
Part 26 Work Organization Optimization 2316
Chapter 105 Improving The Efficiency Of A Clinical Laboratory: A Mathematical Approach 2316
1. INTRODUCTION 2316
2. MATHEMATICAL MODELING OF CLINICAL LABORATORY STRUCTURE AND OPTIMIZATION MANAGEMENT 2317
3. DISCUSSION OF RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS 2320
REFERENCES 2321
Chapter 106 Renovation Of Mercy Family Health Center 2322
1. INTRODUCTION 2322
2. A CASE STUDY 2323
3. CONCLUSION 2327
REFERENCES 2327
Chapter 107 Nurse Scheduling Using Integer Linear Programming And Constraint Programming 2328
1. INTRODUCTION 2328
2. LITERATURE SURVEY 2329
3. ANSP DESCRIPTION 2329
4. PROBLEM RESOLUTION 2330
5. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION 2332
6. CONCLUSION 2333
ACKNOLEDGEMENTS 2333
REFERENCES 2333
Chapter 108 How To Combine Transversal Staff Skills In Operating Rooms? 2334
1. INTRODUCTION 2334
2. APPLICATION 2335
3. CONCLUSION 2339
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 2339
REFERENCES 2339
Part 27 Process Engineering And Performance Evaluation 2340
Chapter 109 Monitoring Waiting Times (Mean Tardiness) On The Day Of Elective Surgery 2340
1. INTRODUCTION 2340
2. METHODS 2340
3. RESULTS 2342
4. DISCUSSION 2345
REFERENCES 2345
Chapter 110 Activity Simulation Within A Radiology Department With Limited Nurse Resources 2346
1. INTRODUCTION 2346
2. PETRI NETS: A BRIEF DESCRIPTION 2347
3. THE INVESTIGATED RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT 2348
4. PETRI NET MODEL OF RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENTE AND SIMULATION RESULTS 2349
5. CONCLUSIONS 2351
REFERENCES 2351
Chapter 111 Methodology For Designing Medical Devices Packages Based On Sterilisation Costs 2352
1. INTRODUCTION 2352
2. METHODOLOGY 2355
3. RESULTS 2356
REFERENCES 2357
Part 28 Operation Management - II 2358
Chapter 112 Using Constraint Programming For Solving Dynamic Scheduling In The Endoscopy Unit 2358
1. INTRODUCTION 2358
2. THE ENDOSCOPY UNIT 2359
3. SURGICAL PROCEDURES TIMES 2359
4. MODELING THE PROBLEM 2359
5. SOLVING DYNAMIC PROBLEM 2360
6. EXPERIMENTAL RESULTS 2362
7. CONCLUSION 2363
REFERENCES 2363
Chapter 113 Supplying The Operating Theatre: Cyclic And Supply Chain Approaches 2364
1. INTRODUCTION 2364
2. A LITERATURE REVIEW 2365
3. APPROACHES FOR SUPPLYING THE OPERATING THEATRE 2365
4. CONCLUSION 2369
REFERENCES 2369
Index 
2370