Hyper heuristics is a relatively new optimisation algorithm. Numerous studies have reported
that hyper heuristics are well applied in combinatorial optimisation problems. As a classic …

Clonal selection algorithms have provided significant insights into numerical optimization
problems. However, most mutation operators in conventional clonal selection algorithms …

On-shore power supply (OPS) is a promising carbon emission-reduction technology for
vessels and ports. Optimizing its allocation for berthing vessels is a new operational …

The paper proposes an innovation method of integrating a multi-agent reinforcement
learning and 3D A* search,< MARL, A*>, to tackle the facility layout problem with the goal of …

Loading and unloading operations are frequent and important in the production workshop.
Thus, this paper proposes a novel double-row layout problem, which involves the location …

With the explosion of data, DNA is considered as an ideal carrier for storage due to its high
storage density. However, low-quality DNA sets hamper the widespread use of DNA …

The optimisation of the corridor allocation problem (CAP) belongs to the optimisation of the
efficiency of the automated production line. The goal is to reduce the material handling cost …

As an essential influencing factor in the facility layout, the reasonable setting of material
handling positions plays a vital role in improving operational efficiency and reducing …

The multi-row facility layout problem is a prevalent and significant planning challenge in
manufacturing workshops. This problem requires distributing facilities with pairwise transport …

A layout plan for a manufacturing system that is designed without any facility constraints will
most likely be infeasible when confronted with reality. Additionally, considering that land …