The aim of this paper seeks to introduce the basis of the energy economics models defined as a market equilibrium problems-mixed complementarily problem (MCP). This technique allows the integration of bottom-up programming models of the energy system into top-down general computable equilibrium...

In contact mechanics, a problem might arise when at least one of the contacting bodies is not fully fixed, i.e. the corresponding functional is semicoercive. The paper will deal with numerical methods for these cases. The fundamental Uzawa method for a class of problems does not converge...

Abnormality in human joint biomechanics is the main cause of the degenerative disease development, therefore the description and correction of the joint biomechanics is essential for adequate treatment. We present an approach how to obtain the data of a patient and how to use these data...

The location problem with mobile facilities is motivated by a real-life railway construction project. In railway construction, (im)mobile concrete batching facilities are located to build viaducts and tunnels on a line over a planning horizon. The problem is to determine the number and types of...

We consider resource allocation problems where inputs are allocated to different entities such as activities, projects or departments. In such problems a common goal is achieving a desired balance in the allocation over different categories of the entities. We propose a bi-criteria framework for...

Each of an organization’s many activities transforms inputs into outputs. Managing these activities involves allocating input resources for some activities and assigning output targets for others. Making these decisions is especially difficult in the presence of uncertainty. In practice, many...

Growing hydrogen demands in oil refining are forcing many refiners to optimize their hydrogen distribution networks in order to address the demands without incurring excessive energy consumption, capital investment and operating costs. In addition to the use of hydrogen utility, the foremost...

This paper deals with the simultaneously optimization of operating conditions (pressures, temperatures and flow-rates) and dimensions (diameter and height) of the amine regeneration unit in the post-combustion CO2 capture process. The proposed model takes into account the effect of kinetic...

This paper presents a disjunctive mathematical model for the optimal design of air cooled heat exchangers. The model involves seven discrete decisions which are related to the selection of the type of the finned tube, number of tube rows, number of tube per row, number of passes, fins per unit...

In the past two decades, the globalization of financial markets and multinational trade has intensified internationally, and become increasingly competitive. In the construction industry, critical changes are initiated to reduce operating costs for achieving sustainable operation. Conventional...