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A Linear Programming Approach to Nonstationary Infinite-Horizon Markov Decision Processes

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract Nonstationary infinite-horizon Markov decision processes (MDPs) generalize the most well-studied class of sequential decision models in ...
Ars Technica

Linear Programming and Optimization Problem (via Excel)

As the title suggests, I have a problem in which I need to formulate an LP model. I'm supposed to work in Excel and use the Solver Add-in feature.<BR><BR>I've done several other problems already, but ...
Oil

Special Report: Dynamic programming determines optimum catalyst life strategy

Operations is hoping for a deservedly long operating cycle, but the refinery linear programming (LP) model is predicting significant current profits if the unit is operated to push constraints. What ...
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A Decision Support System for Fleet Management: A Linear Programming Approach

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract This paper describes a successful implementation of a decision support system that is used by the fleet management division at North American ...
Oil

Rigorous process models improve profits in Louisiana refinery

An operations planning and economics improvement project at ConocoPhillips's Lake Charles, La., refinery successfully developed and implemented high-quality kinetic process models used for unit ...