01091596

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https://doi.org/10.3141/2062-08

http://scholar.google.com...feld&publication_year=2008

A model is developed for selecting and scheduling interrelated waterway projects. It considers multiple alternatives, which may be implemented at different times, for each lock site, subject to budget constraints. This large combinatorial problem is analyzed with a simulation-based optimization model, in which simulation is used to evaluate alternative project schedules. A genetic algorithm is developed to solve the problem efficiently, subject to constraints on project multiplicity and precedence.

01113831

English

pp 59-65

2008

Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board

9780309113342

Print

Figures (8) ; References (16) ; Tables (4)

Genetic algorithms; Improvements; Inland waterways; Optimization; Programming (Planning); Scheduling; Simulation

Budget constraints; Project schedules; Project selection

Administration and Management; Highways; Marine Transportation

TRIS, TRB, ATRI

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