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Solving a multiresponse simulation-optimization problem with discrete variables using a multiple-attribute decision-making method

Yang, Taho; Chou, Pohung - In: Mathematics and Computers in Simulation (MATCOM) 68 (2005) 1, pp. 9-21

The simulation model is a proven tool in solving nonlinear and stochastic problems and allows examination of the likely behavior of a proposed manufacturing system under selected conditions. However, it does not provide a method for optimization. A practical problem often embodies many...

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Energetic and exergetic efficiencies of coal-fired CHP (combined heat and power) plants used in district heating systems of China

Liao, Chunhui; Ertesvåg, Ivar S.; Zhao, Jianing - In: Energy 57 (2013) C, pp. 671-681

The efficiencies of coal-fired CHP (combined heat and power) plants used in the district heating systems of China were analyzed with a thermodynamic model in the Hysys program. The influences of four parameters were evaluated by the Taguchi method. The results indicated that the extraction steam...

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Design of High Performance Permanent-Magnet Synchronous Wind Generators

Hsiao, Chun-Yu; Yeh, Sheng-Nian; Hwang, Jonq-Chin - In: Energies 7 (2014) 11, pp. 7105-7124

This paper is devoted to the analysis and design of high performance permanent-magnet synchronous wind generators (PSWGs). A systematic and sequential methodology for the design of PMSGs is proposed with a high performance wind generator as a design model. Aiming at high induced voltage, low...

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The investigation of model selection criteria in artificial neural networks by the Taguchi method

Tortum, Ahmet; Yayla, Nadir; Çelik, Cafer; Gökdağ, Mahir - In: Physica A: Statistical Mechanics and its Applications 386 (2007) 1, pp. 446-468

Artificial neural networks (ANNs) have been successfully used for solving variety of problems. One major disadvantage of ANNs is that there is no formal systematic model building approach. This paper presents the application of the Taguchi method in the optimization of the design parameters of...

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Supplier selection in closed loop supply chain by an integrated simulation-Taguchi-DEA approach

Azadeh, Ali; Zarrin, Mansour; Salehi, Nima - In: Journal of Enterprise Information Management 29 (2016) 3, pp. 302-326

Purpose – Reverse logistics refer to processes related to the reuse of products. The role of suppliers’ performance is crucial in achieving quality, cost, service and delivery aims of a supply chain. The selection of suppliers is regarded as one of the critical issues encountered by...

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Application of Six Sigma methodology in a small-scale foundry industry

Gijo, E.V.; Bhat, Shreeranga; Jnanesh, N.A. - In: International Journal of Lean Six Sigma 5 (2014) 2, pp. 193-211

Purpose – The purpose of this article is to illustrate how the Six Sigma methodology was applied to a small-scale foundry industry to reduce the rejections and rework in one of its processes. Design/methodology/approach – The research reported in this paper is based on a case study carried...

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Distance to default and probability of defaultdan experimental study

Dar, Amir Ahmad; Qadir, Shahid - In: Journal of Global Entrepreneurship Research : JGER 9 (2019) 32, pp. 1-12

The distance to default (DD) and the probability of default (PD) are the essential credit risks in the finance world. It provides an estimate of the likelihood that a borrower will be unable to meet its debt obligations. It is crucial to know which parameter effects more on DD and PD so that...

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Human-Factor-Based Risk Management in the Healthcare to Improve Patient Safety

Streimelweger, Barbara; Wac, Katarzyna; Seiringer, Wolfgang - In: International Journal of E-Health and Medical … 7 (2016) 3, pp. 16-28

assessment method is Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) – a reliability analysis and risk assessment tool widely used in … various industries. The traditional FMEA is using a Risk Priority Number (RPN) ranking system to evaluate and identify the … of the failure ratings with FMEA, especially when human factors play an important role. Thus, a new risk assessment …

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Application of FMEA to Study the Risk Perception of SMEs Throughout the ERP Adoption Life Cycle

Bharathi, S. Vijayakumar; Chandrayan, Kanchan - In: International Journal of Enterprise Information Systems … 13 (2017) 2, pp. 63-84

Effects Analysis (FMEA). The work significantly contributes to the existing body of ERP adoption knowledge to the SMEs … inventory of risk factors have been identified. Third, FMEA is applied to understand, validate the risk perception of … perception number (RPN). The process centric approach to system implementation through FMEA also prescribes pertinent …

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Qualitative and quantitative approaches to analyse reliability of a mechatronic system: A case

Sharma, Rajiv Kumar; Sharma, Pooja - In: Journal of Industrial Engineering International 11 (2015), pp. 253-268

effects analysis (FMEA) in conjunction to analyse the risk and reliability of a complex mechatronic system in both qualitative …, but also address the limitations associated with traditional procedure of FMEA. …

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