Model for ore deposits selection by using the fuzzy TOPSIS method

• Main Authors: Popović G., Stanujkić D., Karabašević D., Štirbanović Z.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: University of Belgrade, Technical Faculty Bor 2020-01-01
• Series: Journal of Mining and Metallurgy. Section A: Mining
• Subjects: ore deposit selection; fuzzy topsis; mcdm
• Online Access: https://scindeks-clanci.ceon.rs/data/pdf/1450-5959/2020/1450-59592001059P.pdf

Decision-makers are often being faced with imprecise and ambiguous data. In such circumstances, the use of extended Multiple-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) method is more appropriate than the use of other classic decision-making techniques. This paper develops an evaluation model based on the Technique for Order Performance by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) to help the selection of the appropriate ore deposit for exploitation in a fuzzy environment. The applicability of the proposed model is demonstrated with a real case study involving four alternative ore deposits, seven evaluation criteria, and 3 decision-makers.