Title :
A brief introduction to optimization via simulation
Author :
Hong, L. Jeff ; Nelson, Barry L.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Ind. Eng. & Logistics Manage., Hong Kong Univ. of Sci. & Technol., Hong Kong, China
Abstract :
Optimization via simulation (OvS) is an exciting and fast developing area for both research and practice. In this article, we introduce three types of OvS problems: the R&S problems, the continuous OvS problems and the discrete OvS problems, and discuss the issues and current research development for these problems. We also give some suggestions on how to use commercial OvS software in practice.
Keywords :
digital simulation; mathematics computing; commercial OvS software; discrete OvS problems; optimization via simulation; Analytical models; Approximation algorithms; Buffer storage; Computational modeling; Costs; Engineering management; Industrial engineering; Material storage; System performance; Technology management;
Conference_Titel :
Simulation Conference (WSC), Proceedings of the 2009 Winter
Conference_Location :
Austin, TX
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-5770-0
DOI :
10.1109/WSC.2009.5429321
