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Multi-criteria decision-making in A defensive operation of the guided anti-tank missile battery: An example of the hybrid model fuzzy AHP - MABAC

15 Mar 2018-Vol. 1, Iss: 1, pp 51-66
TL;DR: This study provides a multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) model so that the confidence interval of fuzzy numbers describes the comparison in pairs whose degree is not determined before the comparison.
Abstract: The military decision-making process is a proven analytical process for designing operations, troops’ movements, logistics or air defense planning. The hybrid FAHP-MABAC model is tested for obtaining/selecting the results for an optimal firing position of the guided anti-tank missile battery (GAMB).This study provides a multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) model so that the confidence interval of fuzzy numbers describes the comparison in pairs whose degree is not determined before the comparison. By using mathematical expressions the confidence interval is brought into direct connection with the degree of certainty of decision-makers/expert of the comparison performed. In the group decision-making, the confidence intervals differ depending on the decision-maker/expert’s opinion. Finally the sensitivity analysis is used to determine how sensitive a decision model is. The suggested model is expected to contribute to the development of the science of military-operations as well as to prove itself useful to the actors related to defense.

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TL;DR: A new integrated interval rough number (IRN) approach based on the Best Worst Method (BWM) and Weighted Aggregated Sum Product Assessment (WASPAS) method along Multi-Attributive Border Approximation area Comparison (MABAC) to evaluate 3PL providers is presented.

127 citations

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TL;DR: An actual MADM application has been given to testify this new model and some comparisons between this novel MABAC model and two q-ROFNs aggregation operators are provided to further demonstrate the merits of the q-rung orthopair fuzzy MABac model.

111 citations

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01 Aug 2018
TL;DR: In this article, a new approach to the treatment of uncertainty and imprecision in multi-criteria decision-making based on interval rough numbers (IRN) is presented.
Abstract: This paper presents a new approach to the treatment of uncertainty and imprecision in multi-criteria decision-making based on interval rough numbers (IRN). The IRN-based approach provides decision-making using only internal knowledge for the data and operational information of a decision-maker. A new normalized weighted geometric Bonferroni mean operator is developed on the basis of the IRN for the aggregation of the IRN (IRNWGBM). Testing of the IRNWGBM operator is performed through the application in a hybrid IR-DEMATEL-COPRAS multi-criteria model which is tested on real case of selection of optimal direction for the creation of a temporary military route. The first part of hybrid model is the IRN DEMATEL model, which provides objective expert evaluation of criteria under the conditions of uncertainty and imprecision. In the second part of the model, the evaluation is carried out using the new interval rough COPRAS technique.

62 citations


Cites methods from "Multi-criteria decision-making in A..."

  • ...The MCDM area is an area that has experienced remarkable advances in the last two decades, as demonstrated by numerous models developed in this area: the AHP (Analytical Hierarchical Process) method [3, 4], the TOPSIS (Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to the Ideal Solution method) method [5], the VIKOR (VlseKriterijumska Optimizacija I Kompromisno Resenje) method [6], the DEMATEL (Decision Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory) method [7], the ELECTRE (ELimination and Choice Expressing REALITY) method [8], the COPRAS (Complex Proportional Assessment) method [9], the MABAC (Multi-Attributive Border Approximation area Comparison) [10, 11], the EDAS (Evaluation Based on Distance from Average Solution) method [12,13], the CODAS (COmbinative Distance-based Assessment) method [14, 15], MAIRCA (MultiAttributive Ideal-Real Comparative Analysis) method [16,17]....

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  • ...Pamuĉar, D., Ćirović G., 2015, The selection of transport and handling resources in logistics centers using Multi-Attributive Border Approximation area Comparison, Expert Systems with Applications, 42(6), pp. 3016-3028....

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TL;DR: Aim of this study is to select the most suitable manufacturer of PVC carpentry for apartment refurbishing using one of newer methods of multicriteria analysis of fuzzy Evaluation Based on Distance from Average Solution (fuzzy EDAS) method.
Abstract: Making a decision in everyday life always comes with uncertainty and responsibility. To reduce the risk to a minumum and in order to make a right decision a person can use methods of multicriteria analysis in combination in fuzzy logic. A married couple, representing decision makers in this case study, have purchased an apartment and it needs to be completely refurbished including outside carpentry. Aim of this study is to select the most suitable manufacturer of PVC carpentry for apartment refurbishing. A total pool of 14 quantitative and qualitative criteria is used as a base for selection of the most suitable of seven available manufacturers. For this case study we will use one of newer methods of multicriteria analysis of fuzzy Evaluation Based on Distance from Average Solution (fuzzy EDAS) method. Having reached the results, an analysis of sensitivity has been conducted showing stability of results where manufacturer number 4 represents an optimal solution in 13 experimental sets out of 14 total.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5755/j01.ee.29.3.16818

57 citations


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  • ...Everyday use of MCDM methods (Mardani et al., 2015; Gul et al., 2016, Bojanic et al. 2018) has certainly contributed to the rise in popularity of this area (Zavadskas et al., 2014)....

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TL;DR: This study aims to introduce a series of novel distance measures of an intuitionistic fuzzy set and an extended Multi-attributive Border Approximation Area Comparison method to address multi-criteria group decision-making problems.
Abstract: This study aims to introduce a series of novel distance measures of an intuitionistic fuzzy set and an extended Multi-attributive Border Approximation Area Comparison method to address multi-criteria group decision-making problems. To aggregate the intuitionistic fuzzy information, we propose two aggregation operators, namely, the intuitionistic fuzzy Dombi generalised $$ \lambda $$-Shapley Choquet arithmetical average operator and intuitionistic fuzzy Dombi generalised $$ \lambda $$-Shapley Choquet geometric average operator. These aggregation operators consider the importance of combinations and correlations among combinations of input arguments. Furthermore, an illustrative example of a human resource management problem is presented to verify the effectiveness of the proposed method, and sensitivity and comparison analyses are conducted to demonstrate the technique’s stability and advancements. Finally, conclusions are drawn.

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TL;DR: The purpose of this paper is to briefly trace the evolution of DEA from the initial publication by Charnes et al. (1978b) to the current state of the art (SOA).
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to briefly trace the evolution of DEA from the initial publication by Charnes et al. (1978b) to the current state of the art (SOA). The state of development of DEA is characterized at four points in time to provide a perspective in both directions—past and future. An evolution map is provided which illustrates DEA growth during the 17-year period, the timing of the major events, and the interconnections and influences between topics. An extensive DEA bibliography is provided.

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  • ...Some of the well-known expressions for defuzzification (Seiford, 1996) are the following ones: 13 1 2 1 1defazzy S= t t t t 3 t (11) 13 2 1defazzy S= t t 1 t 2 (12) Where represents the degree of optimism....

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  • ...Some of the well-known expressions for defuzzification (Seiford, 1996) are the following ones:     1 3 1 2 1 1 defazzy S= t t t t 3 t          (11)...

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TL;DR: Through the research presented in this paper, it is shown that the new MABAC method of multi-criteria decision-making is a useful and reliable tool for rational decision- making.
Abstract: Application of a new MCDA technique called MABAC.The MABAC sensitivity analysis.Five other MCDA techniques were tested under the same conditions.The MABAC showed stability and other techniques. This paper presents the application of the new DEMATEL-MABAC model in the process of making investment decisions on the acquisition of manipulative transport (Forklifts) in logistics centers. The DEMATEL method was used to obtain the weight coefficients of criteria, on the basis of which the alternatives were evaluated. The selection of criteria for evaluating Forklifts was based on an analysis of available literature. The evaluation and selection of Forklifts was carried out using a new multi-criteria method - the MABAC (Multi-Attributive Border Approximation area Comparison) method. This paper presents a practical application and a sensitivity analysis of the MABAC method. The sensitivity analysis was conducted in three stages. In the first stage, a stability analysis was carried out on the solution reached by the MABAC method, depending on changes made to the weights of the criteria. In the second and third stages, a consistency analysis of the results from the MABAC method was carried out depending on both the changes in the measurement units in which the values of individual criteria are presented and on the formulation of the criteria. The SAW, COPRAS, TOPSIS, MOORA and VIKOR methods were tested under the same conditions. Based on the results obtained, it was shown that the SAW, COPRAS, TOPSIS, MOORA and VIKOR methods do not meet one or more of the conditions set, while the MABAC method showed stability (consistency) in its solutions. Through the research presented in this paper, it is shown that the new MABAC method of multi-criteria decision-making is a useful and reliable tool for rational decision-making.

522 citations


"Multi-criteria decision-making in A..." refers methods in this paper

  • ...The MABAC method was developed by Pamučar and Ćirović (Pamučar & Ćirović, 2015)....

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  • ...The MABAC method provides stable (consistent) solutions and it represents a reliable tool for rational decision-making (Pamučar & Ćirović, 2015)....

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TL;DR: The basic theory of the triangular fuzzy number is proved and the formulation of comparing the triangular fuzziness number's size is improved, and a practical example on petroleum prospecting is introduced.

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"Multi-criteria decision-making in A..." refers methods in this paper

  • ...The Saaty's scale, which is an indispensable part of the AHP method, shows good results in defining the criteria weight coefficients, and it is increasingly applied with other methods (Knežević et al., 2015; Zhu et al., 1999)....

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TL;DR: In this paper, a combination of a Geographic Information System (GIS) and tools or multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) methods was used to obtain the evaluation of the optimal placement of photovoltaic solar power plants in the area of Cartagena (Region of Murcia), in southeast Spain.
Abstract: This paper is based on the combination of a Geographic Information System (GIS) and tools or multi-criteria decision making (MCDM) methods in order to obtain the evaluation of the optimal placement of photovoltaic solar power plants in the area of Cartagena (Region of Murcia), in southeast Spain. The combination GIS–MCDM generates an excellent analysis tool that allows for the creation of an extensive cartographic and alphanumeric database that will later be used by multi-criteria methodologies to simplify problems to solve and promote the use of multiple criteria. In GIS two types of criteria will be reflected: constraints or restrictive criteria, and weighting criteria or factors. Constraints or restrictive criteria will make it possible to reduce the area of study by discarding those areas that prevent the implementation of renewable energy plants. These criteria will be obtained from the legislation (planning regulations, protected areas, road networks, railways, waterways, mountains, etc). Weighting criteria or factors will be those which, according to the objective to be reached, influence the ability to solve a concrete alternative. The choice of such criteria is marked by the influence presented to the overall goal; in this case they will be location, geomorphological, environmental and climatic criteria. Through the use of MCDM the criteria or factors mentioned will be weighted in order to evaluate potential sites to locate a solar plant. Analysis and calculation of the weights of these factors will be conducted using Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP). The assessment of the alternatives according to their degree of adequacy is carried out through the TOPSIS method (Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution).

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  • ..., 2017), as well as in other research disciplines (Sánchez-Lozano et al., 2013)....

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  • ...…nowadays widely used in the military (Kewley & Embrechts, 2002; De Leeneer & Pastijn, 2002; Zanjirani & Asgarib, 2007; Kose et al., 2013; Gyarmati, 2015; Goztepe & Kahraman, 2015; Andersson et al., 2015; Boccia et al., 2017), as well as in other research disciplines (Sánchez-Lozano et al., 2013)....

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TL;DR: In this article, the minimum number of distribution centers and the quality of the locations of the distribution centers in a real-world military logistics system were determined by multi-attribute decision making.

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"Multi-criteria decision-making in A..." refers methods in this paper

  • ...…for their resolution such as MCDM processes that are nowadays widely used in the military (Kewley & Embrechts, 2002; De Leeneer & Pastijn, 2002; Zanjirani & Asgarib, 2007; Kose et al., 2013; Gyarmati, 2015; Goztepe & Kahraman, 2015; Andersson et al., 2015; Boccia et al., 2017), as well as in…...

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