A pattern enumeration approach to the trim loss problem

Coverdale, Ian Lawson

Abstract

This thesis examines the characteristics of practical one dimensional trim loss problems. As a result of the wide range of these characteristics, previous scheduling methods have only had a limited range of applicability. A heuristic approach is proposed, based on pattern enumeration, which can be used to develop scheduling methods for a reasonably wide class of trim loss problems. The effectiveness of the approach depends on its ability to avoid the intractable residual problems which normally arise towards the end of a heuristic scheduling procedure. The approach is used in three case studies, and the efficiency of the schedules generated is compared with that yielded by other methods.

Citation

Coverdale, I. L. A pattern enumeration approach to the trim loss problem. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4213824

• Thesis Type: Thesis
• Deposit Date: Mar 6, 2013
• Publicly Available Date: Feb 22, 2023
• Keywords: Management
• Public URL: https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4213824
• Additional Information: Department of Management Systems and Sciences, The University of Hull
• Award Date: Sep 1, 1978