Abstract: This paper presents a mathematical model for resource scheduling considering project scheduling characteristics generally ignored in prior research, including precedence relationships, multiple crew-strategies, and time ...

Abstract: Accumulations of worn‐out automobile tires create fire and health hazards. As a possible solution to the problem of scrap‐tire disposal, an experimental study was conducted to examine the potential of using tire chips and ...

Abstract: This paper presents a nonserial dynamic programming formulation for the scheduling of linear projects with nonsequential activities. One of the major advantages of the approach presented is its ability to handle both serial ...

Abstract: Growing piles of discarded tires create fire and health hazards. Current disposal methods are wasteful and costly. This paper presents the results of an investigation into the potential of shredded tires as fill material ...

Abstract: This paper presents a design optimization method for all-wood concrete-slab forms. This procedure was formulated to provide for a safe slab-form design with minimum cost. It considers in its design process the cost of each ...

Abstract: This paper presents an augmented Lagrangian genetic algorithm model for resource scheduling. The algorithm considers scheduling characteristics that were ignored in prior research. Previous resource scheduling formulations ...

Abstract: Postdisaster recovery efforts of damaged civil infrastructure systems need to be optimized in order to alleviate the adverse impacts of natural disasters on local societies and economies. This paper presents an innovative ...

Abstract: The limited availability of reconstruction resources is one of the main challenges that often confront postdisaster recovery of damaged transportation networks. This requires an effective and efficient deployment and ...