With the development of China's express delivery industry, the number of express packaging
has proliferated, leading to many problems such as environmental pollution and resource …

The synthesis of energy systems is a two-stage optimization problem where design
decisions have to be implemented here-and-now (first stage), while for the operation of …

A Pareto optimal set, which is obtained from solving multi-objective optimisation problems,
usually contain a large number of optimal solutions. This situation poses a challenge for …

The demand for efficient and eco-friendly domestic burner is a never-ending challenge.
Enhancing combustion efficiency is achievable goal by ensuring better values for thermal …

Simulated Annealing is an analogy with the annealing of solids, which foundations come
from a physical area known as statistical mechanics. This chapter presents a review of the …

In this paper, we consider designing an Appointment System (AS) for an outpatient
department of a health care center. Waiting in the line to get consultation from a physician is …