Showing papers on "Selection (genetic algorithm) published in 2024"

Options, Shortcuts, CUI, Design Center, and Express Tools

Abstract: This chapter begins with a description of advanced customizing features found under the Options dialog box. Covered are features in the Files, Display, Open and Save, Plot and Publish, System, User Preference, Drafting, Selection, and Profile tabs. Then, an introduction to shortcuts and the PGP file is followed by a short tour of the Customize User Interface (CUI) dialog box. Next, the chapter progresses to a discussion of the Design Center and Autodesk Seek. It concludes with a tour of the Express Tools, and what is found under the Blocks, Text, Layout Tools, Dimension, Selection Tools, Modify, Draw, File Tools, Web Tools, and Tools menus, including some advanced layer tools. An architectural drawing project (4 of 10) is at the end of the chapter.

Importance of Understanding the Physical System in Selecting Separation of Variables Based Methods to Solve the Heat Conduction Partial Differential Equation

Abstract: Separation of variables is a common method for producing an analytical based solution to partial differential equations. Despite the wide application of this method, often the physical phenomena described by the differential equations are not adequately involved in the discourse over the appropriate methods to solve a given problem, particularly in mathematics curricula. However, as mathematics is the tool to better understanding of the physical world, the meaning of the differential equation, boundary conditions, and initial conditions cannot be detached from the methods used to solve the differential equations. Failure to recognize the physical conditions being studied can lead to solution methods that are invalid or unphysical. This paper demonstrates how awareness of the physical nature of the system being investigated and its relationship to the mathematics can guide the selection of the relevant solution methods. To illustrate the importance of the comprehension of the physical meaning behind the mathematical equations and representations and the need to avoid rote application a solution technique, the logic behind the selection of the appropriate solution techniques for the one-dimensional transient heat conduction equation is considered under different imposed conditions which lead to different trends in system operation.

Warehouse Management Systems

Abstract: In this article, a qualitative business mini-case study concerning issues surrounding warehouse management systems and supply chain management techniques are implemented at two very different Pittsburgh-area companies. The increasing importance of supply chains as it relates to selection and management of real-time data to improve its overall efficiency and proactiveness are briefly highlighted through the literature. This chapter showcases some of these techniques developing into integrated management tools. It is hoped as business firms enter into deeper manufacturer/supplier relationships. These relationships will change from being skeptical and hostile to being mutually cooperative and dependent on one another.

Patient selection for vertebral augmentation

Abstract: A significant number of people are victims of vertebral fractures that may lead to debilitating symptoms. Conventional treatment options may not be successful due to the patient’s medical history. Vertebral augmentation procedures offer a different treatment option for vertebral fractures. Proper patient selection for any procedure is essential to ensure the most successful outcomes. Weighing the benefits and risks for a procedure is of critical importance. This chapter describes the candidate selection process behind vertebral augmentation procedures, including relevant anatomy, relevant pathophysiology, indications for the procedure, and contraindications for the procedure.