We present a novel network-based continuous-time formulation for process scheduling that addresses multiple limitations of existing approaches. Specifically, it handles non-simultaneous transfers of input/output materials ...

A novel network-based framework for the short-term scheduling of multi-purpose batch processes is presented. The novelty of the proposed approach lies in five key concepts. First, it is based on a new continuous-time ...

Until recently, transmission network constraints have been incorporated into the unit commitment (UC) problem (security-constrained UC [SCUC]) using the classical direct current (DC)-based equation. This paper proposes a ...

Petroleum refined products are mostly sent from oil refineries to distribution depots by trunk pipelines. Pipeline networks usually involve multiple input and exit terminals, and even dual-purpose stations. Several pumping ...

Petroleum refined products are mostly sent from oil refineries to distribution depots by trunk pipelines. Pipeline networks usually involve multiple input and exit terminals, and even dual-purpose stations. Several pumping ...

Smart grids (SG) are concepts based on the composition of several sources of electric power generation (synchronous, wind, photovoltaic generation, among others) operating in the same system forming a complex operational ...

Public transit systems in major urban areas usually operate under deficits and therefore require significant subsidies. An important cause of this deficit, particularly in the developing world, is the high fare evasion ...

Long-term transmission network expansion planning aims to determine where, when and which types of equipment should be installed over a period of time, in order to meet the electric market needs with certain specifications ...