Incorporating problem specific knowledge into a local search framework for the irregular shape packing problem

This thesis investigates the use of problem specific information to enhance a local search approach to the irregular shape packing problem. It shows that such information can significantly enhance performance, but that the choice of information and the way it is included are important factors. The p...

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Main Author: Bennell, J. A.
Published: Swansea University 1998
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Online Access:https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.636077