Mathematical models and optimization algorithms for low-carbon Location-Inventory-Routing Problem with uncertainty

This thesis considers the low carbon Location-Inventory-Routing Problem (LIRP) by addressing the challenges of demand uncertainty through the application of stochastic and fuzzy methods. Multi-objective mathematical models are developed to solve the conflict between total supply chain cost, carbo...

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Main Author: Liu, Lihua
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Published: 2024
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description This thesis considers the low carbon Location-Inventory-Routing Problem (LIRP) by addressing the challenges of demand uncertainty through the application of stochastic and fuzzy methods. Multi-objective mathematical models are developed to solve the conflict between total supply chain cost, carbon emission cost, and customer satisfaction in logistics management. This thesis also aims to solve the low-carbon LIRP model with uncertainty factors such as carbon trading, customer demand, shortages, and soft time windows using advanced algorithms. Three LIRP models involving multiple distribution centers and periods are proposed. The first model is a fuzzy chanceconstrained programming model that considers factors such as cost, out-of-stock inventory, carbon trading mechanisms, and fuzzy customer demand. The other two models are bi-objective mixed integer nonlinear programming models with soft time window constraints developed to minimize costs and maximize customer satisfaction under uncertain demand, which include stochastic and fuzzy demand, respectively. Given the NP-Hard nature of the three models proposed in this thesis, two metaheuristic algorithms have been developed. A hybrid Particle Swarm Optimization-Bacterial Foraging Algorithm is developed for solving the single objective LIRP model. Further more, an improved non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm with an elite strategy II (IMNSGA-II) has been developed to solve the two bi-objective models, surpassing existing literature’s algorithms such as Pareto Envelope-based Selection Algorithm II (PESA-II) and NSGA-II. Empirical validation using benchmark dataset and real-world data from three logistics companies in China demonstrates significant improvements in supply chain efficiency and cost reduction. When compared to the Supply Chain Guru X (SCGX) software, the proposed algorithms offer higher practical applicability.
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spelling upm-1191182025-08-15T02:56:11Z http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/119118/ Mathematical models and optimization algorithms for low-carbon Location-Inventory-Routing Problem with uncertainty Liu, Lihua This thesis considers the low carbon Location-Inventory-Routing Problem (LIRP) by addressing the challenges of demand uncertainty through the application of stochastic and fuzzy methods. Multi-objective mathematical models are developed to solve the conflict between total supply chain cost, carbon emission cost, and customer satisfaction in logistics management. This thesis also aims to solve the low-carbon LIRP model with uncertainty factors such as carbon trading, customer demand, shortages, and soft time windows using advanced algorithms. Three LIRP models involving multiple distribution centers and periods are proposed. The first model is a fuzzy chanceconstrained programming model that considers factors such as cost, out-of-stock inventory, carbon trading mechanisms, and fuzzy customer demand. The other two models are bi-objective mixed integer nonlinear programming models with soft time window constraints developed to minimize costs and maximize customer satisfaction under uncertain demand, which include stochastic and fuzzy demand, respectively. Given the NP-Hard nature of the three models proposed in this thesis, two metaheuristic algorithms have been developed. A hybrid Particle Swarm Optimization-Bacterial Foraging Algorithm is developed for solving the single objective LIRP model. Further more, an improved non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm with an elite strategy II (IMNSGA-II) has been developed to solve the two bi-objective models, surpassing existing literature’s algorithms such as Pareto Envelope-based Selection Algorithm II (PESA-II) and NSGA-II. Empirical validation using benchmark dataset and real-world data from three logistics companies in China demonstrates significant improvements in supply chain efficiency and cost reduction. When compared to the Supply Chain Guru X (SCGX) software, the proposed algorithms offer higher practical applicability. 2024-07 Thesis NonPeerReviewed text en http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/119118/1/119118.pdf Liu, Lihua (2024) Mathematical models and optimization algorithms for low-carbon Location-Inventory-Routing Problem with uncertainty. Doctoral thesis, Universiti Putra Malaysia. http://ethesis.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/18430 Business logistics - Mathematical models Supply chain management - Environmental aspects Inventory control - Mathematical models
spellingShingle Business logistics - Mathematical models
Supply chain management - Environmental aspects
Inventory control - Mathematical models
Liu, Lihua
Mathematical models and optimization algorithms for low-carbon Location-Inventory-Routing Problem with uncertainty
title Mathematical models and optimization algorithms for low-carbon Location-Inventory-Routing Problem with uncertainty
title_full Mathematical models and optimization algorithms for low-carbon Location-Inventory-Routing Problem with uncertainty
title_fullStr Mathematical models and optimization algorithms for low-carbon Location-Inventory-Routing Problem with uncertainty
title_full_unstemmed Mathematical models and optimization algorithms for low-carbon Location-Inventory-Routing Problem with uncertainty
title_short Mathematical models and optimization algorithms for low-carbon Location-Inventory-Routing Problem with uncertainty
title_sort mathematical models and optimization algorithms for low-carbon location-inventory-routing problem with uncertainty
topic Business logistics - Mathematical models
Supply chain management - Environmental aspects
Inventory control - Mathematical models
url http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/119118/
http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/119118/
http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/119118/1/119118.pdf