scholarly journals Multi-criteria Optimization Technique with Complex Pythagorean Fuzzy N-soft Information

Author(s):  
Muhammad Akram ◽  
Faiza Wasim ◽  
José Carlos R. Alcantud ◽  
Ahmad N. Al-Kenani

AbstractThe main objective of this article is to lay the foundations of a novel multi-criteria optimization technique, namely, the complex Pythagorean fuzzy N-soft VIKOR (CPFNS-VIKOR) method that is highly proficient to express a great deal of linguistic imprecision and vagueness inherent in human assessments. This strategy provides a versatile decision-making tool for the ranking-based fuzzy modeling of two-dimensional parameterized data. The CPFNS-VIKOR method integrates the ground-breaking specialities of the VIKOR method with the outstanding parametric structure of the complex Pythagorean fuzzy N-soft model. It is exclusively designed for the specification of a compromise optimal solution having maximum group utility and minimum individual regret of the opponent by analyzing their weighted proximity from ideal solutions. The developed strategy factually permits specific linguistic terms to demystify the individual perspectives of the decision-making experts regarding the efficacy of the alternatives and the priorities of the applicable criteria. We comprehensively assemble these independent appraisals of all the experts using the complex Pythagorean fuzzy N-soft weighted averaging operator. Moreover, we calibrate the ranking measure by utilizing group utility measure and regret measure in order to specify the hierarchical outranking of the feasible alternatives. We demonstrate the systematic methodology and framework of the proposed method with the assistance of an explicative flow chart. We skilfully investigate an empirical analysis related to selection of constructive industrial robots for the modernization of a manufacturing industry which really justifies the remarkable accountability of the proposed strategy. Furthermore, we validate this technique by a comparative study with the existing complex Pythagorean fuzzy TOPSIS (CPF-TOPSIS) method, complex Pythagorean fuzzy VIKOR (CPF-VIKOR) method and Pythagorean fuzzy TOPSIS (PF-TOPSIS) method. The comparative study is exemplified with an illustrative bar chart that visually endorses the rationality of the proposed methodology by interpreting highly compatible and accurate final outcomes. Finally, we holistically analyze the functionality of the developed strategy to enlighten its merits and prominence over other available competent approaches.

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Muhammad Sajjad Ali Khan ◽  
Amir Sultan Khan ◽  
Israr Ali Khan ◽  
Fawad Hussain ◽  
Wali Khan Mashwani

The aim of this paper is to introduce the notion of linguistic interval-valued q-rung Orthopair fuzzy set (LIVq-ROFS) as a generalization of linguistic q-rung orthopair fuzzy set. We develop some basic operations, score and accuracy functions to compare the LIVq-ROF values (LIVq-ROFVs). Based on the proposed operations a series of aggregation techniques to aggregate the LIVq-ROFVs and some of their desirable properties are discussed in detail. Moreover, a TOPSIS method is developed to solve a multi-criteria decision making (MCDM) problem under LIVq-ROFS setting. Furthermore, a MCDM approach is proposed based on the developed operators and TOPSIS method, then a practical decision making example is given in order to explain the proposed method. To illustrate to effectiveness and application of the proposed method a comparative study is also conducted.


2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 461-474 ◽  
Author(s):  
Naiyer Mohammadi Lanbaran ◽  
Ercan Celik ◽  
Muhammed Yiğider

AbstractThe purpose of this study is extended the TOPSIS method based on interval-valued fuzzy set in decision analysis. After the introduction of TOPSIS method by Hwang and Yoon in 1981, this method has been extensively used in decision-making, rankings also in optimal choice. Due to this fact that uncertainty in decision-making and linguistic variables has been caused to develop some new approaches based on fuzzy-logic theory. Indeed, it is difficult to achieve the numerical measures of the relative importance of attributes and the effects of alternatives on the attributes in some cases. In this paper to reduce the estimation error due to any uncertainty, a method has been developed based on interval-valued fuzzy set. In the suggested TOPSIS method, we use Shannon entropy for weighting the criteria and apply the Euclid distance to calculate the separation measures of each alternative from the positive and negative ideal solutions to determine the relative closeness coefficients. According to the values of the closeness coefficients, the alternatives can be ranked and the most desirable one(s) can be selected in the decision-making process.


1985 ◽  
Vol 107 (2) ◽  
pp. 245-255 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Cwiakala ◽  
T. W. Lee

This paper presents an algorithm using an optimization technique to outline the boundary profile of a manipulator workspace and perform quantitative evaluation of the workspace volume. The algorithm is applicable to general N-link manipulators with not only the revolute joints, but also joints of other types, such as, the prismatic and cylindrical joints. It is a partial-scanning technique which offers significant reduction on the number of scanning points to generate the workspace and the method is particularly efficient in dealing with complicated manipulator geometry. The [3 × 3] dual-number matrix method is used as the basis for analytical formulations, and consequently, computational advantage is gained. A comparative study is given with a previously used algorithm. Several specific examples involving industrial robots of various kinds are given to demonstrate the capability of the algorithm.


2015 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 863-874 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. Lee ◽  
K. S. Jun ◽  
E.-S. Chung

Abstract. This study proposes an improved group decision making (GDM) framework that combines the VIKOR method with data fuzzification to quantify the spatial flood vulnerability including multiple criteria. In general, GDM method is an effective tool for formulating a compromise solution that involves various decision makers since various stakeholders may have different perspectives on their flood risk/vulnerability management responses. The GDM approach is designed to achieve consensus building that reflects the viewpoints of each participant. The fuzzy VIKOR method was developed to solve multi-criteria decision making (MCDM) problems with conflicting and noncommensurable criteria. This comprising method can be used to obtain a nearly ideal solution according to all established criteria. This approach effectively can propose some compromising decisions by combining the GDM method and fuzzy VIKOR method. The spatial flood vulnerability of the southern Han River using the GDM approach combined with the fuzzy VIKOR method was compared with the spatial flood vulnerability using general MCDM methods, such as the fuzzy TOPSIS and classical GDM methods (i.e., Borda, Condorcet, and Copeland). As a result, the proposed fuzzy GDM approach can reduce the uncertainty in the data confidence and weight derivation techniques. Thus, the combination of the GDM approach with the fuzzy VIKOR method can provide robust prioritization because it actively reflects the opinions of various groups and considers uncertainty in the input data.


Symmetry ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (6) ◽  
pp. 1055
Author(s):  
Narueset Prasertsri ◽  
Satith Sangpradid

Khon Kaen District is in the central, north-east part of Thailand and is being developed to handle the country’s growth. Khon Kaen District is undertaking the project of building a light rail as a facility for the people. Consequently, one of the problems is ensuring adequate parking for people using the light rail service. In general, the symmetry concept naturally used in decision making to finding an optimal solution for decision and optimization problems. In this paper, multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) and multi-objective decision making (MODM) were used to solve the parking site selection problem, which made the decision easier. This paper proposed an analytic hierarchy process (AHP) technique, combined with the geographical information system (GIS), to evaluate the weight of the criteria used in the analysis and find potential parking solutions. Furthermore, this paper proposed the application of a linguistic technique with fuzzy TOPSIS methods to analyze the appropriateness of parking site selections from potential candidates to support use of the light rail. The results of the MCDA show that the most suitable parking lot location is along the light rail and closest to the business area. The results of the fuzzy TOPSIS method, both positive and negative ideal decisions, can help inform decision makers in selecting which candidate site is optimal for parking.


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