Operational Research: IO 2019, Tomar, Portugal, July 22–24 (Springer Proceedings in Mathematics & Statistics, 374)

Preface
Contents
Contributors
Searching for a Solution Method for the Smart Waste Collection Routing Problem
	1 Introduction
	2 Literature Review
	3 A New Solution Methodology for the Smart Waste Collection Routing Problem
		3.1 Problem Statement
		3.2 Solution Methodology
	4 Case Study
	5 Results and Discussion
	6 Conclusions
	References
A Multi-objective and Multi-period Model to the Design and Operation  of a Hydrogen Supply Chain: An Applied Case in Portugal
	1 Introduction
	2 Problem Characterization
	3 Methodology
		3.1 Model Approach
		3.2 Solution Approach
	4 Case Study
	5 Results and Discussion
	6 Conclusions
	References
The ε-Constrained Method to Solve a Bi-Objective Problem of Sustainable Cultivation
	1 Introduction
	2 Mathematical Modeling
		2.1 Linearization of the z1 Function
	3 The ε-Constrained Method
	4 Computational Results
	5 Conclusions
	References
In-House Logistics Operations Enhancement in the Automobile Industry Using Simulation
	1 Introduction
	2 Literature Review
	3 Problem Description
	4 Model Development
	5 Model Validation and Results Analysis
	6 Conclusions
	References
The Rough Interval Shortest Path Problem
	1 Introduction
	2 Preliminary Concepts
		2.1 Rough Set Theory
		2.2 Interval Arithmetic
	3 The Rough Interval Shortest Path Problem
	4 Algorithmic Approach
	5 Computational Experiments
	6 Conclusions
	References
Reinforcement Learning for Robust Optimization: An Application in Kidney Exchange Programs
	1 Introduction
	2 Literature Review
	3 Problem Description
		3.1 Integer Programming Model—Cycle Formulation
		3.2 Monte Carlo Tree Search
		3.3 Algorithm
	4 Results
	5 Conclusions
	References
Facing Dynamic Demand for Surgeries  in a Portuguese Case Study
	1 Introduction
	2 Mathematical Model
	3 Computational Experiments
	4 Conclusions
	References
Adaptive Sequence-Based Heuristic for Two-Dimensional Non-guillotine Packing Problems
	1 Introduction
	2 Literature Review
		2.1 Single Bin Size Bin Packing Problem
		2.2 Single Knapsack Problem
	3 Adaptive Sequence-Based Heuristic (ASH)
	4 Computational Results
		4.1 Single Bin Size Bin Packing Problem
		4.2 Single Knapsack Problem
	5 Conclusion
	References
A CVRP Model for an In-Plant Milk  Run System
	1 Introduction
	2 Literature Review
	3 Problem Description
	4 The Mathematical Model
	5 Results
	6 Conclusions
	References
Merging Resilience and Sustainability  in Supply Chain Design
	1 Introduction
	2 Problem Characteristics
	3 Model Description
	4 Case Study
	5 Results
	6 Conclusion and Future Work
	References
Analysis and Optimisation of a Production Line Using Discrete Simulation
	1 Introduction
	2 Simulation
	3 Case Study
	4 Methodology
		4.1 Scenarios with Intermediate Stock of WIP Items
		4.2 Scenarios with the Addition of New Equipment
		4.3 Scenarios with a Mixed Strategy: Addition of New Equipment and with Intermediate Stock of WIP Items
	5 Research Results and Discussion
	6 Conclusions
	References
Design and Planning of Green Supply Chains with Risk Concerns
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodologies for Monetization of Environmental Impacts
	3 Problem Description and Model Characterization
	4 Case Study
	5 Results
	6 Conclusion
	References
Benchmarking Smart Grid Research & Development Engagement by European Distribution System Operators
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodology
		2.1 Construction of Composite Indicators Using DEA
		2.2 Framework for the Performance Evaluation
	3 Case Study Presentation
	4 Discussion of Results
		4.1 First-Stage Results—DSOs\' Performance per SG Area
		4.2 Second-Stage Results—DSOs\' Performance in the SGs Field
		4.3 Malmquist Index Results—Evolution of DSOs\' Performance over Time
	5 Conclusions
	References
Towards an Integrated Decision-Support Framework for the New Generation of Manufacturing Systems
	1 Introduction
	2 The Need for Integrated Decision-Support
	3 Integrated Framework
		3.1 Production Planning and Scheduling
	4 Conclusions
	References