2 research outputs found
Solving group scheduling problem in no-wait flexible flowshop with random machine breakdown
In this paper, group scheduling problem in no-wait flexible flowshop is considered by considering two stages with group sequence-dependent setup times and random breakdown of the machines. Genetic algorithm and simulated annealing based heuristics have been proposed to solve the problem. The primary objective of scheduling is to minimize the maximum completion time of the jobs for two classes of small and large scale problems. Computational results show that both GA and SA algorithms perform properly, but SA appeared to provide better results for both small and large scale problems
Beta-backscattering thickness-meter design and evaluation with fuzzy TOPSIS method
An industrial gauge for measuring thickness of a gold coating layer deposited on a steel base through detection
of the backscattered beta particles has been described. 3H, 14C and 63Ni pure beta emitters have been tested as the
radioisotopic sources of the system individually in a fixed geometry. Analytical calculations have been performed in each
case. Furthermore, simulations based on Monte Carlo stochastic technique (MCNP) have been processed. The obtained
results from both methods have been compared to define the sensitivity of the system in each case. Finally for the first
time, fuzzy TOPSIS method has been used for choosing the best source in the defined geometry for manufacturing,
considering the following three criteria: (a) saturation thickness, (b) precision and (c) sensitivity. Results have shown
that 3H source is the best alternative to the introduced measuring system