<span lang="EN-US">A novel metaheuristic optimization algorithm based on cuckoo search (CSA) is presented to solve the construction site layout planning problem (CSLP). CSLP a complex with various applications, such as plant layout, and computer chip layout. Many researchers have investigated by applying many algorithms in an exact or heuristic approach. Although both methods yield promis...

This paper presents the development of an Intelligent Cavity Layout Design System (ICLDS) for multiple cavity injection moulds. The system is intended to assist mould designers in cavity layout design at concept design stage. The complexities and principles of cavity layout design as well as various dependencies in injection mould design are introduced. The knowledge in cavity layout design is ...

Abstract. Wind plant layout optimization is a difficult, complex problem with large number of variables and many local minima. Layout only becomes more difficult the addition solar generation. In this paper, we propose parameterized approach to wind hybrid power that greatly reduces dimensionality while guaranteeing generated layouts have desirable regular structure. Thus far, research has focu...

introduction: the appropriate-use optimization of the limited spaces of the iranian hospitals is believed to be a crucial step towards promoting the efficiency of these healthcare centers. the issue determining the optimization patterns of the layout of units has led to a lot of efforts by researchers as it increases the efficiency of the hospitals through patients’ improvement, changing the lo...

Metal price is one of the most important parameters in the calculation of cut- off grade. The cut- off grade has the main role in determination of mine layout. Mine layout actuates mineable reserve, mine life and economic profitability. Not considering the uncertainty in metal prices can lead to a non-optimal layout. In this paper optimum underground mine layout is determined by expected utilit...

A novel method is presented for the design of heat exchanger networks. The method is the first to combine sufficient simplicity to be used by hand with near certainty to identify “best” designs, even for large problems. “Best” designs feature the highest degree of energy recovery possible with a given number of capital items. Moreover, they feature network patterns required for good controllabi...

Developing CAD systems for the design and layout of process plant involves an investment of millions of pounds. Today the proven benefit of using such systems is apparent, but without commitment and foresight from software developers such tools may never be seen in the market. One such product, PDMS, was a joint development between CADCentre, Isopipe and Akzo Engineering, started in 1974 and fi...

Abstract The HTR-PM600 high-temperature gas-cooled reactor nuclear power plant is based on the technology of pebble-bed module (HTR-PM) demonstration project. It utilizes proven HTR-PM and steam generator modules with a thermal 250 MW th generation approximately 100 e per module. Six in parallel, connected to turbine, form 600-MW plant. In addition, its system configuration island identical tha...