A semidefinite optimization-based approach for global optimization of multi-row facility layout
We present a new model for the Multi-Row Facility Layout Problem. We expresses the problem as a discrete optimization problem. We construct a semidefinite relaxation of the discrete optimization formulation. The proposed approach yields promising computational results. This is the first global optimization approach for general multi-row layouts.
global optimization facilities planning and design flexible manufacturing systems semidefinite programming combinatorial optimization