In this paper, we present results of agent-based modeling for the solution of dynamic resource allocation problems in manufacturing. After a concise problem description, we start by identifying the agents necessary for the required shop floor control functionality. Then we describe the architecture and implementation of a multi-agent-system prototype based on the object-oriented framework JAFMA...

We present an approach to distributed planning and coordination architecture for dynamic non-deterministic multiactor mixed-initiative environment. The system provides flexible planning, replanning, and task allocation. The key idea of the presented approach is in integration of (i) I-X hierarchical planner with (ii) agent-based architecture and (iii) commitment-based plan representation. The i...

The paper discusses the location-allocation model for logistic networks and distribution centers through considering uncertain parameters. In real-world cases, demands and transshipment costs change over the period of the time. This may lead to large cost deviation in total cost. Scenario based robust optimization approaches are proposed where occurrence probability of each scenario is not know...

We present an approach to distributed planning and coordination architecture for dynamic non-deterministic multiactor mixed-initiative environment. The system provides flexible planning, replanning, and task allocation. The key idea of the presented approach is in integration of (i) I-X hierarchical planner with (ii) agent-based architecture and (iii) commitment-based plan representation. The i...

The strengths and weaknesses of agent-based approaches and mathematical optimization techniques are analyzed and compared. Their appropriateness for dynamic distributed resource allocation is evaluated. We conclude that their properties are complementary and that it seems fruitful to try to combine the approaches. Some suggestions of such hybrid systems are sketched.

The rapid changes in business environment call for flexible and adaptive workflow systems. In this paper we describe how we incorporate Web Services as well as provide an intelligent resource allocation mechanism to our existing agent-based workflow management system (WfMS). The extended architecture enhances the adaptability aspect of our system. In addition to the process perspective of adapt...

The dynamic communications management of networks of Autonomous Vehicles is a challenging resource allocation problem. Our aim is to provide a robust and optimal solution with minimal overheads which allows for the prioritisation of information. We describe a communications management scheme which potentially has these properties and demonstrate key desirable properties empirically.