Decomposition approach

A matheuristic decomposition approach for the scheduling of a single-source and multiple destinations pipeline system

W.H.T. Meira, L. Matagão, S. Relvas, A.P. Barbosa-Povoa, F. Neves Jr., L.V.R. Arruda

European Journal of Operational Research (Published)

Jul, 2018

Keywords: Distribution Multiproduct pipeline Scheduling Decomposition approach Mixed integer linear programming

An improvement on the scheduling of pumping and delivery operations in an installed pipeline network can lead to considerable profits to the using companies, such as oil companies. This paper proposes a decomposition approach that integrates heuristic procedures and mixed integer linear programming…

A Decomposition Approach for the Long-Term Scheduling of a Single-Source Multiproduct Pipeline Network

W.H.T. Meira, L. Matagão, S. Relvas, A.P. Barbosa-Povoa, F. Neves Jr.

Springer Proceedings in Mathematics and Statistics (Published)

Feb, 2018

Keywords: Multiproduct pipeline Scheduling Decomposition approach Mixed integer linear programming Real-world application

This paper proposes a decomposition approach combining heuristic algorithms and Mixed Integer Linear Programming (MILP) models to solve the long-term scheduling of a multiproduct pipeline connecting a single-source to multiple distribution centers. The solution considers many operational…