scholarly journals Estimation of Sensitive Attributes Using a Stratified Kuk Randomization Device

2017 ◽  
Vol 40 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-44
Author(s):  
Jong-Min Kim ◽  
Gi-Sung Lee ◽  
Ki-Hak Hong ◽  
Chang-Kyoon Son

This paper suggests a stratified Kuk model to estimate the proportion of sensitive attributes of a population composed by a number of strata; this is undertaken  by applying stratified sampling to the adjusted Kuk model. The paper estimates sensitive parameters when the size of the stratum is known by taking proportional and optimal allocation methods into account and then extends to the case of an unknown stratum size, estimating sensitive parameters by applying stratified double sampling and checking the two allocation methods. Finally, the paper compares the efficiency of the proposed model to that of the Su, Sedory  and Singh model and the adjusted Kuk model in terms of the estimator variance.

2017 ◽  
Vol 35 (4) ◽  
pp. 397-409 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonio Nesticò ◽  
Francesco Sica

Purpose The decisions taken today relating to urban renewal interventions are rarely supported by logical and operational methodologies capable of effectively rationalising selection processes. For this purpose, it is necessary to propose and implement analysis models with the aim of promoting the sustainable development of the territory. The purpose of this paper is to define a model for the optimal allocation of scarce resources. Design/methodology/approach The Discrete Linear Programming (DLP) is used for selecting investments aimed at achieving financial, social, cultural and environmental sustainability. Findings The proposed model lends itself to the construction of investment plans on behalf of both types of decision makers, of both a public and a private nature. Research limitations/implications All projects are evaluated according to multi-criteria logics, so that it is possible to find compromise solutions, in accordance with the stakeholders’ different preferences. Practical implications The model, written with A Mathematical Programming Language using DLP logics, is tested – case study – so as to define an investment programme finalised for urban renewal of a vast area. Social implications The proposed econometric model makes it possible to obtain the optimal combination of projects for urban renewal with a view to achieving the sustainable development of the territory. Originality/value Using the proposed model, all projects are evaluated according to multi-criteria logics, so that it is possible to find compromise solutions, in accordance with the stakeholders’ different preferences.


2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 30
Author(s):  
Youssouf Ahamada ◽  
Salimata G. Diagne ◽  
Amadou Coulibaly ◽  
D'ethi'e Dione ◽  
N'dogotar Nlio ◽  
...  

In this article, we proposed a programming linear model in integer numbers(PLIN) for the optimal allocation of the time slots in the  international  Leopold Sedar Senghor airport of Dakar (L.S.S). The slots  are specific allocated periods which allow an aircraft to land or take off in a saturated airport. Their attribution depends on theconfiguration of the airport, more particularly on its capacity. We maximize the confirmed demand in each slot and take the number of aircrafts and the number of manageable passengers with an optimal quality service into account. We used the CPLEX software so that to test the effectiveness of the linear model. Firstly, in the proposed model linear in integer numbers, any unmet demand was isolated. Secondly, the rejected demands  by introducing a model and an algorithm of resolution based on the dynamic programming.


Author(s):  
Huan Yu ◽  
Jun Yang ◽  
Yu Zhao

This article considers the reliability analysis of phased-mission systems with common bus performance sharing. The whole system consists of client nodes, service elements, and a common bus redistribution system and it undertakes a multi-phase mission. In each phase, the service elements must satisfy the demands of the prespecified client nodes set. The service elements can share their surplus performance with other client nodes through the common bus. In any phase, the system fails if the demands of the prespecified client nodes set are not satisfied. In other words, the entire system succeeds if the demands of the prespecified client nodes set are satisfied in all phases. The reliability of the proposed model is analyzed by the backward recursive algorithm. The optimal allocation problem is solved by the genetic algorithm. Two examples are presented to demonstrate the proposed reliability evaluation method and optimal allocation algorithm.


Author(s):  
V V Kumar ◽  
M Tripathi ◽  
M K Pandey ◽  
M K Tiwari

Amidst increasing system complexity and technological advancements, the manufacturer aims to win the consumer's trust to maintain his or her permanent goodwill. This expectation directs the manufacturer to address the problem of attaining desired quality and reliability standards; hence, the measure of performance of a system in terms of reliability and utility optimization poses an issue of primary concern. In order to meet the requirement of a reliable and trouble-free product, optimal allocation of all conflicting parameters is essential during the design phase of a system. With this in mind, this paper presents a physical programming and conjoint analysis-based redundancy allocation model (PPCA-RAM) for a multistate series—parallel system. Use of physical programming approach is the key feature of the proposed algorithm to eliminate the need for multi-objective optimization. Physical programming methodology provides an adequate balance among various associated performance measures and thus provides an efficient tool for formulating the objective function of a practical redundancy allocation problem. The proposed model has been addressed by a novel methodology called Taguchi embedded algorithm selection and control (TAS&C). An illustrative example has been presented to authenticate the efficiency of the proposed model and algorithm. The results obtained are compared with the genetic algorithm (GA), artificial immune system (AIS), and particle swarm optimization (PSO), where TAS&C was seen to significantly outperform the rest.


Author(s):  
Feng Dai ◽  
Gui-Hua Nie ◽  
Chen Yi

The municipal solid waste (MSW) disposal system is the key for building the smart city. In the MSW disposal system, the MSW is allocated among the disposal plants in the first echelon, and then the derivatives (incineration residues and RDF) are allocated between residues disposal plants and markets in the second echelon. In the two-echelon optimal allocation of MSW disposal system, two objectives, cost and environmental impact, should be considered. Considering the uncertainty in the MSW disposal system, this paper constructs a grey fuzzy multi-objective two-echelon MSW allocation model. The model is divided into two sub models and the expected value sorting method is applied to solve the model. The proposed model successfully was applied to a real case in Huangshi, China. The numerical experiments showed RDF technology has advantages on both cost and environmental impact comparing to other disposal technology on disposing MSW.


2018 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tanveer A. Tarray ◽  
Housila P. Singh

A stratified randomized response model based on R. Singh, Singh, Mangat, and Tracy (1995) improved two-stage randomized response strategy is proposed. It has an optimal allocation and large gain in precision. Conditions are obtained under which the proposed model is more efficient than R. Singh et al. (1995) and H. P. Singh and Tarray (2015) models. Numerical illustrations are also given in support of the present study.


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