scholarly journals Expert System Models for Forecasting Forklifts Engagement in a Warehouse Loading Operation: A Case Study

2016 ◽  
Vol 28 (4) ◽  
pp. 393-401 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dejan Mirčetić ◽  
Nebojša Ralević ◽  
Svetlana Nikoličić ◽  
Marinko Maslarić ◽  
Đurđica Stojanović
Keyword(s):  
Expert System ◽  
Customer Service ◽  
Fuzzy Inference ◽  
Service Level ◽  
Inference System ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Neuro Fuzzy ◽  
Customer Service Level ◽  
Distribution Chain

The paper focuses on the problem of forklifts engagement in warehouse loading operations. Two expert system (ES) models are created using several machine learning (ML) models. Models try to mimic expert decisions while determining the forklifts engagement in the loading operation. Different ML models are evaluated and adaptive neuro fuzzy inference system (ANFIS) and classification and regression trees (CART) are chosen as the ones which have shown best results for the research purpose. As a case study, a central warehouse of a beverage company was used. In a beverage distribution chain, the proper engagement of forklifts in a loading operation is crucial for maintaining the defined customer service level. The created ES models represent a new approach for the rationalization of the forklifts usage, particularly for solving the problem of the forklifts engagement incargo loading. They are simple, easy to understand, reliable, and practically applicable tool for deciding on the engagement of the forklifts in a loading operation.

An Integrated Data Mining and Simulation Solution

2010 ◽  
pp. 929-948
Author(s):  
Mouhib Alnoukari ◽  
Asim El Sheikh ◽  
Zaidoun Alzoabi
Keyword(s):  
Data Mining ◽  
Fuzzy Inference ◽  
Decision Support Tools ◽  
Market Demand ◽  
Inference System ◽  
Car Market ◽  
Neuro Fuzzy ◽  
Support Tools ◽  
Quality In Higher Education

Simulation and data mining can provide managers with decision support tools. However, the heart of data mining is knowledge discovery; as it enables skilled practitioners with the power to discover relevant objects and the relationships that exist between these objects, while simulation provides a vehicle to represent those objects and their relationships. In this chapter, the authors will propose an intelligent DSS framework based on data mining and simulation integration. The main output of this framework is the increase of knowledge. Two case studies will be presented, the first one on car market demand simulation. The simulation model was built using neural networks to get the first set of prediction results. Data mining methodology used named ANFIS (Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System). The second case study will demonstrate how applying data mining and simulation in assuring quality in higher education

An Artificial Intelligence Based Approach for High Impedance Faults Analysis in Distribution Networks

2012 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 44-59 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. S. Abdel Aziz ◽  
M. A. Moustafa Hassan ◽  
E. A. El-Zahab
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Fault Location ◽  
Fuzzy Inference ◽  
Distribution Networks ◽  
Inference System ◽  
New Approach ◽  
High Impedance ◽  
Neuro Fuzzy ◽  
High Impedance Faults

This paper presents a new approach for high impedance faults analysis (detection, classification and location) in distribution networks using Adaptive Neuro Fuzzy Inference System. The proposed scheme was trained by data from simulation of a distribution system under various faults conditions and tested for different system conditions. Details of the design process and the results of performance using the proposed method are discussed. The results show the proposed technique effectiveness in detecting, classifying, and locating high impedance faults. The 3rd harmonics, magnitude and angle, for the 3 phase currents give superior results for fault detection as well as for fault location in High Impedance faults. The fundamental components magnitude and angle for the 3 phase currents give superior results for classification phase of High Impedance faults over other types of data inputs.

A new approach to estimate anthropometric measurements by adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system

2003 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 105-114 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Dursun Kaya ◽  
A. Samet Hasiloglu ◽  
Mahmut Bayramoglu ◽  
Hakki Yesilyurt ◽  
A. Fahri Ozok
Keyword(s):  
Fuzzy Inference System ◽  
Fuzzy Inference ◽  
Anthropometric Measurements ◽  
Inference System ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Neuro Fuzzy

scholarly journals A framework for designing backroom areas in grocery stores

2017 ◽  
Vol 45 (3) ◽  
pp. 230-252 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Pires ◽  
Joaquim Pratas ◽  
Jorge Liz ◽  
Pedro Amorim
Keyword(s):  
Customer Service ◽  
Methodological Approach ◽  
Service Level ◽  
Grocery Stores ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Customer Service Level ◽  
Storage Area ◽  
Research Stream ◽  
Retail Grocery

Purpose The design of retail backroom storage areas has great impact on in-store operations, customer service level and on store life-cycle costs. Moreover, backroom storage in modern retail grocery stores is critical to several functions, such as acting as a buffer against strong demand lifts yielded by an ever-increasing promotional activity, stocking seasonal peak demand and accommodating e-commerce activities. The purpose of this paper is to propose a framework to design retail backroom storage area. Furthermore, the authors aim to draw attention to the lack of literature on this topic, while clarifying the relationship between this promising research stream and the considerable body of research regarding the design and operations of conventional warehouses, as well as retail in-store operations. Design/methodology/approach The key literature on backrooms, grocery retail, in-store operations, warehouse design and operations was reviewed. This allowed an understanding of the gap in the literature regarding the design of backrooms. Moreover, a case study methodological approach was conducted in a Portuguese retailer to extend the literature review. Findings Despite having functions similar to conventional warehouses, backroom storage facilities have particularities that deserve a distinct analysis. Thus, the authors stress these differences and demonstrate how they influence the development of a novel backroom design framework. Originality/value This paper fills a gap by proposing a framework to design backroom areas. Furthermore, this research may help practitioners to better design backroom areas, since this process currently lacks a formal and standardized procedure.

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