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The channel design problem can be treated as an optimization problem in which the objective function is minimization of … the depth of earthwork under the ground surface. In this paper, a novel optimization technique, invariably called the … Modified Honey Bee Mating Optimization (MHBMO) algorithm, was utilized to solved the defined design problem. By investigation …
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a Kalman filter. The approach combines information from a mean-variance (MV) optimization technique along with a three … constrained optimization case always provides a Sharpe ratio higher than the Naïve portfolio, after transactions costs are taken …
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The design and operation of logistic systems is a complex problem of engineering. The optimization of logistic systems … optimization field. The networking of the logistic systems and processes leaded to the development of new heuristic methods and … tools to support the optimization of systems with high complexity. A huge number of logistic problems can be related with …
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The fixed destination MmTSP (multi-depot multiple travelling salesman problem) is an np hard problem, which can’t be solved in polynomial time. Against the traditional TSP problem here there are more travelling salesmen which seek out the cities. Every city is visited by once by any of the...
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production processes, which leaded to the decrease of production depth. The optimization of production depth is not only a … buy problems or outsourcing questions. Within the frame of this paper authors are focusing on the optimization of … heuristic optimization algorithm, which makes it possible to find the optimal production depth in the case of cross related …
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The Hungarian waste management sector is under transformation now. The new (2012/CLXXXV) Law on the Waste applies such requirements on the household waste collection enterprises that cause restructuring among the players on the waste market. Besides this, the deposit fee system (that are defined...
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We study the effects of permanent and temporary income shocks on precautionary saving and investment in a "store-or-sow" model of growth. High volatility of permanent shocks results in high precautionary saving in the safe asset and low investment, or a "volatility trap." Namely, big savers...
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The quality of the macroeconomic statistics is generally high, broadly conforming to international standards for compilation and dissemination, although coverage of illicit activities is poor. Executive Directors suggest reviewing the legal framework for statistical activity, including...
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Access to health facilities has long been considered an important factor, though not unique, impacting utilization of related health services. The location of health facilities is crucial for delivery of primary health care and social services. The identification of deficiencies in coverage as...
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consideration. This article develops and applies an optimization model for planning vaccination programs. The model determines what …
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