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  • Multiobjective linear programming and multiobjective zero-one programming 
    Kızıltan, Gülseren. (Thesis (Ph.D.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1981., 1981.)
  • Cournot equilibrium with free entry for capitalistic and workers' enterprises 
    Pinhas, David. (Thesis (Ph.D.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1985., 1985.)
    The purpose of this dissertation is to determine the Cournot Equilibrium with Free Entry for Capitalistic and Workers' Enterprises. An alternative Cournot-like free entry notion to Novshek's CEFE which we call Cournot-Sertel ...
  • Optimal control of generalized storage models 
    Doğu, Gülay. (Thesis (Ph.D.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1985., 1985.)
    The purpose of this dissertation is to study to optimal control problem of the generalized storage processes over an infinite planning horizon. The generalization.of the controlled storage process allows for both positive ...
  • Local constraint based analysis in resource constrained scheduling 
    Özdamar, Linet. (Thesis (Ph.D.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1991., 1991.)
    Resource constrained scheduling problems are generally solved by optimization techniques which cannot accomodate large size problems with respect to computation time. Yet, fast and near optimal schedules are required in ...
  • Simultaneous scheduling of machines and the material handling system in a flexible manufacturing system 
    Bilge, Ümit. (Thesis (Ph.D.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1991., 1991.)
    The scheduling of material handling system is a crital issue in a Flexible Manufacturing System (FMS), although it has little importance in a job shop. The purpose of this dissertation is to exploit the interactions between ...
  • Implicit algebraic curves and surfaces for shape modeling and recognition 
    Çivi, Hakan. (Thesis (Ph.D.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Sciences and Engineering, 1997., 1997.)
    Implicit algebraic 2D curves and 3D surfaces are among the most powerful shape representations. With this approach, objects in 2D images are described by their silhouettes (em surfaces in 3D) and then represented by 2D ...
  • A new uniform order-based crossover operator for genetic algorithm applications to multi-component combinatorial optimization problems 
    Sivrikaya-Şerifoğlu, Funda. (Thesis (Ph.D.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1997., 1997.)
    In this thesis, a new uniform order-based crossover operator to be used in genetic algorithm applications to combinatorial optimization problems is presented. There are three pure types of combinatorial problems: assignment, ...
  • New neurocomputational approaches for estimating road travel distances and for solving the euclidean traveling salesman problem 
    Aras, Necati. (Thesis (Ph.D.) - Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 1999., 1999.)
    Neural networks are among the most rapidly developing new scientific tools. There are numerous publications reporting their success in estimation and optimization. This work concentrates on both of these aspects and applies ...
  • Classifier combination methods in pattern recognition 
    Baykut, Alper. (Thesis (Ph.D.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2002., 2002.)
    This thesis studies methodologies to combine multiple classifiers to improve classification accuracy. Different classifiers, training methods and combination algorithms are covered throughout this study. The classifiers ...
  • On unidirectional cyclic layouts, Hamiltonian circuits, capacitated vehicle routes and minimal spanning trees 
    Öncan, Temel. (Thesis (Ph.D.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2004., 2004.)
    This thesis consists of four major parts. The first part is on the Unidirectional Cyclic Layout Problem (UCLP). First, new efficient heuristics for the UCLP are proposed based on the ideas originally proposed for two ...
  • A simulation model for the long-term analysis of decentralized electricity markets 
    Paşaoğlu, Güzay. (Thesis (Ph.D.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2006., 2006.)
    After the liberalization of the electricity generation industry, capacity expansion decisions are made by multiple self-oriented power companies. Unlike the regulated environment, decision-making of market participants is ...
  • Competitive learning with additional information for solving multi-facility weber problem 
    Özkısacık, Kerem Can. (Thesis (Ph.D.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2007., 2007.)
    It is possible to remark that the mathematical formulation of clustering analysis problem is similar to a certain class of location problems. Known as the multi{facility Weber problem, it is a non{convex continuous ...
  • Modelling and analysis of agent based distributed scheduling systems 
    Kurşun, Mahmut. (Thesis (Ph.D.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2008., 2008.)
    In this study we have introduced a mathematical foundation and a framework for the modeling and analysis of agent based distributed scheduling systems. We defined the basic structure of an object oriented agent based system, ...
  • Inventory policies for an assemble-to-order system with joint discount incentives 
    Tombuş, Önder. (Thesis (Ph.D.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2008., 2008.)
    We consider an assemble-to-order system to meet all of the stationary stochastic demand of a finished product in a periodic review setting. The finished product is assembled using two subassemblies (components). The demand ...
  • Maintenance of a multi-component dynamic system under partial observations 
    Ünlüakın, Demet Özgür. (Thesis (Ph.D.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2008., 2008.)
    This thesis studies the maintenance of a dynamic system consisting of several components which age in time at a given failure rate. The states of the components are hidden. In each decision epoch, the decision of whether ...
  • The risk assessment and management of the Istanbul strait 
    Türker, Ali Yasin. (Thesis (Ph.D.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2008., 2008.)
    There are more than 260 straits in the world. But none of them even remotely resembles the Turkish Straits in terms of the geography and other factors as they are considered as one of the most strategic waterways of the ...
  • Efficient simulations in finance 
    Sak, Halis. (Thesis (Ph.D.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2008., 2008.)
    Measuring the risk of a credit portfolio is a challenge for financial institutions because of the regulations brought by the Basel Committee. In recent years lots of models and state-of-the-art methods, which utilize Monte ...
  • Quantitative models for decision making in reverse logistics network design 
    Tombuş, Ayşe Cilacı. (Thesis (Ph.D.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2009., 2009.)
    In this thesis, we focus on a problem in reverse logistics network design where the aim is locating distribution centers, inspection centers and remanufacturing facilities, determining the acquisition price as well as the ...
  • Coverage, sink location and routing problems in wireless sensor networks 
    Güney, Evren. (Thesis (Ph.D.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2009., 2009.)
    Recent advances in electronics and telecommunications have enabled the development of low-cost, low-power multifunctional sensor devices that are powered by batteries and communicating through wireless channels over small ...
  • Modeling and analysis of a decentralized electricity market: an integrated simulation / optimization approach 
    Sarıca, Kemal. (Thesis (Ph.D.)-Bogazici University. Institute for Graduate Studies in Science and Engineering, 2010., 2010.)
    In this study, it is aimed to investigate electricity market restructuring and deregulation and understand the implications of a competitive power market based on hourly biddings. An alternating current (AC) transmission ...

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