scholarly journals A Method of Uncertainty Measurements for Multidimensional Z-number and Their Applications

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-16
Author(s):  
Yanfei Li ◽  
Tao Wu ◽  
Junjun Mao ◽  
Haiyan Guo ◽  
Aiting Yao
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Decision Model ◽  
Distance Measure ◽  
Group Decision ◽  
Average Operator ◽  
Entropy Formula ◽  
Uncertainty Measurements ◽  
Evaluation Information

Z-number provides the reliability of evaluation information, and it is widely used in many fields. However, people usually describe things from various aspects, so multidimensional Z-number has more advantages over traditional Z-number in describing evaluation information. In view of the uncertainty of the multidimensional Z-number, the entropy of multidimensional Z-number is defined and an entropy formula of multidimensional Z-number is established. Furthermore, the entropy is used to construct an average operator of multidimensional Z-numbers. In addition, a novel distance measure is introduced to measure the distance between two multidimensional Z-numbers. Moreover, the group decision model in the multidimensional Z-number environment is constructed by combining the average operator with the TOPSIS decision-making method. Finally, an illustrative example is given to verify the feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed method.

Probability multi-valued neutrosophic ELECTRE method for multi-criteria group decision-making

2020 ◽  
Vol 39 (5) ◽  
pp. 7587-7604
Author(s):  
Li Zhang ◽  
Shufeng Cheng ◽  
Peide Liu
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Group Decision Making ◽  
Distance Measure ◽  
Group Decision ◽  
Neutrosophic Sets ◽  
Logistics Outsourcing ◽  
Outranking Relations ◽  
Electre Method ◽  
Evaluation Information

Probability multi-valued neutrosophic sets (PMVNSs) can better describe the incomplete and indeterminate evaluation information, and the ELECTRE method can rank the alternatives in the light of the outranking relations among criteria. To combine their advantages, this paper introduces an extended ELECTRE method to address multi-criteria group decision-making (MCGDM) problems with the information of PMVNSs. Firstly, we introduce the definitions of PMVNSs and the classical ELECTRE method, discuss the ELECTRE-based outranking relations for PMVNSs and analyze some properties of them. Furthermore, the probability multi-valued neutrosophic ELECTRE method is developed to address MCGDM problems based on the proposed distance measure and outranking relations for PMVNSs. Finally, a typical example for logistics outsourcing provider selection is devoted to demonstrate the feasibility of the proposed approach. Moreover, the same example-based comparisons with other existing methods are carried out, the results show our proposed approach outperforms the existing methods in solving the MCGDM problems with PMVNSs.

Extended TOPSIS method based on the entropy measure and probabilistic hesitant fuzzy information and their application in decision support system

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Muhammad Naeem ◽  
Muhammad Ali Khan ◽  
Saleem Abdullah ◽  
Muhammad Qiyas ◽  
Saifullah Khan
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Fuzzy Set ◽  
Distance Measure ◽  
Group Decision ◽  
Hesitant Fuzzy Set ◽  
Entropy Measure ◽  
Fuzzy Information ◽  
Score Functions ◽  
Fuzzy Environment ◽  
Basic Operating

Probabilistic hesitant fuzzy Set (PHFs) is the most powerful and comprehensive idea to support more complexity than developed fuzzy set (FS) frameworks. In this paper, it can explain a novel, improved TOPSIS-based method for multi-criteria group decision-making (MCGDM) problem through the Probabilistic hesitant fuzzy environment, in which the weights of both experts and criteria are completely unknown. Firstly, we discuss the concept of PHFs, score functions and the basic operating laws of PHFs. In fact, to compute the unknown weight information, the generalized distance measure for PHFs was defined based on the Probabilistic hesitant fuzzy entropy measure. Second, MCGDM will be presented with the PHF information-based decision-making process.

Heterogeneous multi-attribute case retrieval method based on group decision making using incomplete weight information

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Kai Zhang ◽  
Jing Zheng ◽  
Ying-Ming Wang
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Group Decision Making ◽  
Group Decision ◽  
Case Based Reasoning ◽  
Case Retrieval ◽  
Interval Numbers ◽  
Retrieval Method ◽  
Incomplete Weight ◽  
Incomplete Weight Information ◽  
Evaluation Information

Case-based reasoning (CBR) is one of the most popular methods used in emergency decision making (EDM). Case retrieval plays a key role in EDM processes based on CBR and usually functions by retrieving similar historical cases using similarity measurements. Decision makers (DMs), thus, choose the most appropriate historical cases. Although uncertainty and fuzziness are present in the EDM process, in-depth research on these issues is still lacking. In this study, a heterogeneous multi-attribute case retrieval method based on group decision making (GDM) with incomplete weight information is developed. First, the case similarities between historical and target cases are calculated, and a set of similar historical cases is constructed. Six formats of case attributes are considered, namely crisp numbers, interval numbers, linguistic variables, intuitionistic fuzzy numbers, single-valued neutrosophic numbers (NNs) and interval-valued NNs. Next, the evaluation information from the DMs is expressed using single-valued NNs. Additionally, the evaluation utilities of similar historical cases are obtained by aggregating the evaluation information. The comprehensive utilities of similar historical cases are obtained using case similarities and evaluation utilities. In this process, the weights of incomplete information are determined by constructing optimization models. Furthermore, the most appropriate similar historical case is selected according to the comprehensive utilities. Finally, the proposed method is demonstrated using two examples; its performance is then compared with those of other similar methods to demonstrate its validity and efficacy.

scholarly journals A Single-Valued Neutrosophic Linguistic Combined Weighted Distance Measure and Its Application in Multiple-Attribute Group Decision-Making

Symmetry ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 275 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chengdong Cao ◽  
Shouzhen Zeng ◽  
Dandan Luo
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Group Decision Making ◽  
Distance Measure ◽  
Group Decision ◽  
Weighted Average ◽  
Weighted Averaging ◽  
Low Carbon ◽  
Linguistic Distance ◽  
Weighted Distance ◽  
Multiple Attribute

The aim of this paper is to present a multiple-attribute group decision-making (MAGDM) framework based on a new single-valued neutrosophic linguistic (SVNL) distance measure. By unifying the idea of the weighted average and ordered weighted averaging into a single-valued neutrosophic linguistic distance, we first developed a new SVNL weighted distance measure, namely a SVNL combined and weighted distance (SVNLCWD) measure. The focal characteristics of the devised SVNLCWD are its ability to combine both the decision-makers’ attitudes toward the importance, as well as the weights, of the arguments. Various desirable properties and families of the developed SVNLCWD were contemplated. Moreover, a MAGDM approach based on the SVNLCWD was formulated. Lastly, a real numerical example concerning a low-carbon supplier selection problem was used to describe the superiority and feasibility of the developed approach.

ON GROUP DECISION MAKING UNDER LINGUISTIC ASSESSMENTS

1999 ◽  
Vol 07 (04) ◽  
pp. 301-308 ◽  
Author(s):  
CONG CUONG BUI
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Fuzzy Logic ◽  
Group Decision Making ◽  
Decision Model ◽  
Group Decision ◽  
Weighted Averaging ◽  
Ordered Weighted Averaging ◽  
Choice Processes ◽  
Aggregation Processes ◽  
The Individual

In this paper we consider a fuzzy logic-based model in group decision making, with a focus on the set of all alternatives and on the individual lingustic preference relations. Some choice processes are devoted to the model using consensus measures and linguistic ordered weighted averaging (LOWA) operator. A multiple criteria group decision model in linguistic setting and some aggregation processes are also considered. The model and the new processes allow to incorporate human consistency in decision support systems.

Group Decision Model Based on Ordered Weighted Distance to Aid Decisions on Logistics

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (02) ◽  
pp. 233-254 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jose Leao E Silva Filho ◽  
Danielle Costa Morais
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Group Decision Making ◽  
Decision Model ◽  
Group Decision ◽  
Decision Rules ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Weighted Distance ◽  
Model Based ◽  
Decision Making Model

This paper presents a group decision-making model using a distance aggregator based on Ordered Weighted Distance (OWD) which offers a solution that can reduce disagreement between decision makers (DMs). This paper discusses decision rules and sets out measures to evaluate compensatory effects that have a bearing on DMs’ opinions. The model uses formulations of distances to reveal the differences in opinion among DMs and discusses the meanings of distance and the information presented by each DM. Finally, a case study of a logistics problem is used to illustrate how the model is applied.

scholarly journals A Novel Multi-Attribute Group Decision-Making Approach in the Framework of Proportional Dual Hesitant Fuzzy Sets

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 1232 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zia Bashir ◽  
Yasir Bashir ◽  
Tabasam Rashid ◽  
Jawad Ali ◽  
Wei Gao
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Fuzzy Sets ◽  
Group Decision Making ◽  
Fuzzy Set ◽  
Distance Measure ◽  
Group Decision ◽  
Traditional Approach ◽  
Hesitant Fuzzy Set ◽  
Flexible Tool ◽  
Dual Hesitant Fuzzy Set

Making decisions are very common in the modern socio-economic environments. However, with the increasing complexity of the social, today’s decision makers (DMs) face such problems in which they hesitate and irresolute to provide their views. To cope with these uncertainties, many generalizations of fuzzy sets are designed, among them dual hesitant fuzzy set (DHFS) is quite resourceful and efficient in solving problems of a more vague nature. In this article, a novel concept called proportional dual hesitant fuzzy set (PDHFS) is proposed to further improve DHFS. The PDHFS is a flexible tool composed of some possible membership values and some possible non-membership values along with their associated proportions. In the theme of PDHFS, the proportions of membership values and non-membership values are considered to be independent. Some basic operations, properties, distance measure and comparison method are studied for the proposed set. Thereafter, a novel approach based on PDHFSs is developed to solve problems for multi-attribute group decision-making (MAGDM) in a fuzzy situation. It is totally different from the traditional approach. Finally, a practical example is given in order to elaborate the proposed method for the selection of the best alternative and detailed comparative analysis is given in order to validate the practicality.

scholarly journals Multiple Attribute Group Decision Making Based on Simplified Neutrosophic Integrated Weighted Distance Measure and Entropy Method

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Haibo Zhang ◽  
Zhimin Mu ◽  
Shouzhen Zeng
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Group Decision Making ◽  
Distance Measure ◽  
Group Decision ◽  
Neutrosophic Set ◽  
Entropy Measure ◽  
Uncertain Information ◽  
Entropy Weight ◽  
Weighted Distance ◽  
Multiple Attribute

Simplified neutrosophic set (SNS) is a popular tool in modelling potential, imprecise, and uncertain information within complex environments. In this paper, a method based on the integrated weighted distance measure and entropy weight is proposed for handling SNS multiple attribute group decision-making (MAGDM) problems. To this end, the simplified neutrosophic (SN) integrated weighted distance (SVNIWD) measure is first developed for overcoming the limitations of the existing methods. Afterward, the proposed SNIWD’s several properties and particular status are studied. Moreover, a flexible and useful MAGDM approach that combines the strengths of the SNIWD and the SNS is proposed, wherein the SN entropy measure is applied to calculate the unknown weight information regarding attributes. Finally, a numerical case of investment evaluation and subsequent comparative analysis are conducted to prove the superiority of the proposed framework.

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