-- Ant Colony Optimization as a Core Strategy in Efficient Heuristics Development for Location Problems with Two Contradictory Objectives. -- Sustainable Production Scheduling: An Overview of Models and Resolution Methods. -- Equilibrium Analysis and Social Optimization of a Selectable Single or...

This monograph deals with theoretical and practical aspects of creating course timetables at academic institutions. The task is typically to create a timetable that suits the requirements of the stakeholders - students, lecturers, and the administration - as well as possible. The book presents...

Background: Optimization approaches and a models can be applied for critical production systems that experience equipment failure, repair delays and product quality control in order to maximize the total profit. We can cite, as an example, flexible manufacturing systems. Methods: Our methodology...