Addressing the facilities layout design problem through constraint logic programming

Tavares, José; Ramos, Carlos; Neves, José

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Tavares, José

Ramos, Carlos

Neves, José

Abstract(s)

One of the most difficult problems that face researchers experimenting with complex systems in real world applications is the Facility Layout Design Problem. It relies with the design and location of production lines, machinery and equipment, inventory storage and shipping facilities. In this work it is intended to address this problem through the use of Constraint Logic Programming (CLP) technology. The use of Genetic Algorithms (GA) as optimisation technique in CLP environment is also an issue addressed. The approach aims the implementation of genetic algorithm operators following the CLP paradigm.