A completely nonparametric approach to population bioequivalence in crossover trials has been suggested by Munk and Czado (1999). It is based on the Mallows (1972) metric as a nonparametric distance measure which allows the comparison between the entire distribution functions of test and reference formulations. It was shown that a separation between carry-over and period eeects is not possible ...

We present in this paper a task allocation mechanism constrained by a distributed, complex environment namely in our case a home network. Thus, added to multi agent systems constraints, we have restrictions in terms of communication (available throughput) and resource (bandwidth). We have a multi agent system with a knowledge base, and we have to ensure a proper quality of service in home Netwo...

We use the nonparametric programming approach to estimate technical efficiency and total factor productivity (TFP) growth of sawmill industries in the U.S. and Canada between 1963 and 2001. The results show that Canadian sawmill industry is more efficient than the U.S. counterpart during the whole study period. The weighted annual productivity growth of sawmill industry is 2.5% for the U.S. and...

A completely nonparametric approach to population bioequivalence in crossover trials has been suggested by Munk and Czado (1999). It is based on the Mallows (1972) metric as a nonparametric distance measure which allows the comparison between the entire distribution functions of test and reference formulations. It was shown that a separation between carry-over and period eeects is not possible ...

We consider the problem of data interpolation or smoothing using a thin-plate spline approach. The thin-plate spline formulation involves the linear combination of logarithmic kernels. For problems with large data sets, current methods for evaluating the splines are too slow. Recently, Beatson and Newsam 1] have suggested using a form of multi-pole type technique for the rapid evaluation of thi...

Abstract In this paper, we propose an approach to explore reinsurance optimization for a non-life multi-line insurer through simulation model that combines alternative treaties. Based on the Solvency II framework, maximises both solvency ratio and portfolio performance under user-defined constraints. Data visualisation helps understanding numerical results and, together with concept of Pareto f...

This paper analyzes the distributed planning architecture proposed by Durfee (Durfee 1999) and discusses the properties of the suggested architecture in a peerto-peer, dynamic and semi-trusted environment. The I-Globe integrated architecture linking classical planning algorithms with multi-agent technologies is presented (namely using the Hierarchical Task Network style I-X technology and A-glo...