Approximately calculating integrals over spherical surfaces in R3 can be done by simple extensions of one dimensional quadrature rules. This, however, does not make use of the symmetry or structure of the integration domain and potentially better schemes can be devised by directly using the integration surface in R3. We investigate several quadrature schemes for integration over a spherical sur...

Aggregate production–distribution planning is one of the most important activities in supply chain management(SCM). When solving the problem of APDP, we are usually faced with uncertain market demands and capacities in production environment, imprecise process times, and other factors introducing inherent uncertainty to the solution. Using deterministic and stochastic models in such conditions ...

Global supply chains and worldwide spread subsidiaries are a topic for both huge enterprises as well as for small and medium sized enterprises. The challenge lies in the right allocation of functions and competencies within the global production network and in their coordination and integration in order to gain the desired outcome and to reach the objectives tied to the networks. In this contex...

Heritability and repeatability and genetic and phenotypic correlations were estimated for trotting race records with linear and generalized linear models using 510,519 records on 17,792 Finnhorses and 513,161 records on 25,536 Standardbred trotters. Heritability and repeatability were estimated for single racing time and earnings traits with linear models, and logarithmic scale was used for rac...

Distribution of distributed generation resources in distribution systems has several advantages, including reducing losses, improving voltage profiles, reducing pollution, and increasing system reliability. However, one of the most important points regarding the placement of these resources in distribution networks is economic issues and the return on investment and the increase in profits from...