Over the past few decades, modeling, simulation, and optimization tools have received
attention for their ability to represent and improve complex systems. The use of …

This article summarizes 'generalized response surface methodology'(GRSM), extending Box
and Wilson's 'response surface methodology'(RSM). GRSM allows multiple random …

This contribution summarizes the design and analysis of experiments with computerized
simulation models. It focuses on two metamodel (surrogate, emulator) types, namely first …

The selection of Computer-Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) technologies becomes more
complex as the decision makers in the manufacturing organization have to assess a wide …

Abstract An Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS) is one of modern
technologies in warehouse operation. Despite many advantages offered by AS/RS such as …

As the industrial requirements change rapidly due to the drastic evolution of technology, the
necessity of quickly investigating potential system alternatives towards a more efficient …

Optimizing the configuration of a complex production line is an NP-hard problem in various
machine settings. Solving real-life-size instances of this problem becomes a more common …

The selection process of a suitable credit applicant firm becomes a more complex decision
making process as the decision makers in the banking industries have to assess a wide …

Company ranking is a complex process in which multiple financial ratios are required to be
considered simultaneously. Furthermore, the selection process of an appropriate credit …

One of the key issues in mining is the hauling system. Truck and shovels are the most widely
used transportation equipment in mines. In this paper, a two-phase simulation-based …