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International Transactions in Operational Research, Volume 33, Issue 6, Page 3714-3743, November 2026.Abstract This paper investigates an extension of the vehicle routing problem in which, in addition to minimizing the distance traveled, the sequencing of customer visits is subject to precedence constraints that impose visiting priorities among customers.
Eduardo dos Santos Teixeira +1 more
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The impact of public drop‐off boxes and autonomous delivery robots in last‐mile delivery
International Transactions in Operational Research, Volume 33, Issue 6, Page 3825-3854, November 2026.Abstract The growing concern over emissions from last‐mile logistics is motivating the development of innovative delivery models aimed at reducing environmental impact and traffic congestion. To this end, we propose a last‐mile delivery scheme based on both public drop‐off boxes and autonomous delivery robots.
Gianpaolo Ghiani +3 more
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Production routing decisions in a two‐echelon supply chain with multiple delivery modes
International Transactions in Operational Research, Volume 33, Issue 5, Page 3385-3421, September 2026.Abstract We study an original two‐echelon production routing problem with multiple delivery modes (2E‐PRP‐MDM). In the first echelon, the primary production facility is tasked with satisfying the demands of two distinct entities: a set of warehouses and a set of customers through direct shipments. In the second echelon, warehouses become delivery hubs,
Rachida Benfedel +2 more
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METHODS FOR IMPROVING AVAILABILITY AND EFFICIENCY OF COMPUTER INFRASTRUCTURE IN SMART CITIES
Contemporary Economy, 2017 This paper discusses methods for increasing the availability and efficiency of information infrastructure in smart cities. Two criteria have been formulated to assign some key resources in smart city system.
Jerzy Balicki +3 more
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Journal of Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis, Volume 33, Issue 2, August 2026.ABSTRACT The Flexible and Interactive Tradeoff Elicitation (FITradeoff) method is a Multi‐Attribute Decision‐Making (MADM) approach designed to capture the preferences of a Decision Maker (DM) while minimising cognitive effort. To reduce the frequency of interactions and optimise the preference elicitation process, this paper introduces an innovative ...
Qian Zhao +3 more
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Shaping Decision Models for Stochastic Dynamic Optimization Problems via Reinforcement Learning
Networks, Volume 88, Issue 1, Page 138-157, July 2026.ABSTRACT With rising customer expectations and increasing computational potential, many transport, manufacturing, and production operations face real‐time decision making in stochastic dynamic environments. Decision makers must find and adapt complex plans that are effective now but also flexible with respect to future developments.
Florentin D. Hildebrandt +3 more
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International Transactions in Operational Research, Volume 33, Issue 4, Page 2709-2730, July 2026.Abstract “L'eau c'est la vie” is a well‐known French expression for “water is life,” which reflects the fact that water is undoubtedly the most vital resource in the world. The main mission for water utility companies is to convey and distribute water that is of acceptable quality to satisfy the demand of the population at any time of the day.
Franklin Djeumou Fomeni +4 more
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Setup‐Optimized Sequencing in Job Shops: Modeling Workstation Productivity and Lateness Behavior
Advanced Engineering Materials, Volume 28, Issue 12, 17 June 2026.Setup‐optimized sequencing in job‐shop production creates a trade‐off between productivity improvement and schedule reliability. A WIP‐explicit modeling framework links sequencing‐induced productivity gains and lateness dispersion through the production operating curve.
Friederike Stefanowski +2 more
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Comparative Metaheuristic Optimization of PI Controllers for Electric Vehicle Speed Control
Engineering Reports, Volume 8, Issue 6, June 2026.This paper presents the design, modeling, and simulation validation of an electric vehicle system, using speed variation as a reference to ensure optimal operation in terms of acceleration and deceleration. First, a conventional PI controller controls the vehicle's speed.
Samira Heroual +8 more
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Engineering Reports, Volume 8, Issue 6, June 2026.Secretary Bird Optimization Algorithm (SBOA)‐optimized parallel two‐level fuzzy tilt‐derivative (TLF‐TDN) controller enhances automatic generation control in multi‐area hydro–thermal–wind systems with AC/HVDC links and SCESS. It effectively suppresses frequency deviations and tie‐line oscillations, ensuring faster settling, improved dynamic stability ...
Getaneh Mesfin Meseret +1 more
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