Robotic handling systems are increasingly applied in distribution centers. They require little
space, provide flexibility in managing varying demand requirements, and are able to work …

Abstract Throughout its history, Operational Research has evolved to include methods,
models and algorithms that have been applied to a wide range of contexts. This …

The objective of this work is to provide analytical guidelines and financial justification for the
design of shared-vehicle mobility-on-demand systems. Specifically, we consider the …

This paper considers a closed queueing network model of ridesharing systems, such as Didi
Chuxing, Lyft, and Uber. We focus on empty-car routing, a mechanism by which we control …

After going through all the previous chapters, it would be natural for readers to conclude that
DES are inherently complex and hard to analyze, regardless of the modeling framework …

This classic textbook aims to provide a fundamental understanding of the principles that
underlie the design of data networks, which form the backbone of the modern internet. It was …

Praise for the Third Edition" This is one of the best books available. Its excellent
organizational structure allows quick reference to specific models and its clear …

" The author has substantially extended and updated the material to reflect developments
over the period.… The book is mainly aimed at academics and researchers, but should …

Nature discovered feedback long ago. It created feedback mechanisms and exploited them
at all levels, that are central to homeostasis and life. As a technology, control dates back at …

This two-volume set of texts explores the central facts and ideas of stochastic processes,
illustrating their use in models based on applied and theoretical investigations. They …