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282 articles for “performance measurement systems”
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Performance Measures in Lean Production Settings: A Case Study
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to outline how the performance measurement system of a large manufacturing unit has evolved since the implementation of a lean-based production system. In order to fulfill the purpose, this paper has been divided into four sections. The first section outlines the theoretical background and underlines the developments made in the fields of PMM and operations management over the last decades. The second part presents …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1-2-3, 2012 · pp. 8–17 Read article
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Supply Chain Management and Energy Credits in an Assembly Line Automobile Industry for System Optimization
Abstract: AbstractSupply chain management (SCM) is a vital factor to sustain organization in competitive world. In this respect, many organizations and scholars have performed to opt out factors that affect either positively or negatively on SCM. In today’s era, supply chain management has been mandatory in any automobile lines. Supply chain management concerns about the automobile lines in India. Supply chain management emerged in the Indian industries established new methodologies and …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 30–54 Read article
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An Intelligent Complexity-Performance Tradeoff Model of Asynchronous Random Access Protocols in Distributed Edge Computing Using Software Science with Halstead
Abstract: The paradigm shift towards Distributed Edge Computing (DEC) has changed the entire world of the Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity to its core and has spawned the need to implement robust Asynchronous Random Access (ARA) protocols to deal with the contention between a huge range of diverse devices that are constrained by their resources. While there is now extensive optimization of these protocols in contemporary research for channel efficiency (throughput, …
Published in Journal of Software Engineering Tools & Technology Trends · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Development of Overall Process Effectiveness for Continuous Flow Line in a Semiautomated Manufacturing System
Abstract: This paper presents Overall Process Effectiveness (OPE), a performance measurement approach in a manufacturing system. OPE evaluates the process parameters of continuous flow production that affect the performance and reliability of the process. Based on the overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) concept, OPE focuses on the evaluation of production processes that involve human and machines. The developed OPE is validated through a case study ininjection molding (IM) industry. OPE plays a …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 43–53 Read article
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Measuring Microstructure, Wear Resistance, and Mechanical Reliability Enhancement in Polymer Nanocomposites via Data-Driven Analysis with Deep Learning
Abstract: Polymer nanocomposites have gained great attention owing to their superior mechanical performance, better wear resistance and customizable microstructural properties for aerospace, automotive, medicinal and industrial engineering applications. However, the correct evaluation of the link between the microstructure evolution and the material reliability is a huge issue due to the intricacy of nanoscale interactions and diverse material characteristics. In this study, we propose a data-driven approach that integrates deep learning and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Lithium-Ion Batteries Considering State of Charge and State of Health for Electric Vehicle Applications
Abstract: This study aims to compare temperature-regulated and uncontrolled charging methodologies to determine the most effective approach for optimizing battery performance while minimizing charging duration. The study assesses both constant current (CC) and temperature-controlled pulse charging (TRPC) methods. The battery temperature increases in direct proportion to the applied current during CC charging and cannot be controlled in the absence of external cooling systems. Key performance measures, such as the effect on …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 32–47 Read article
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Monitoring Health of Edge Devices in Real-Time
Abstract: Monitoring all the edge devices in an enterprise environment or an edge computing environment can be a daunting task due to the sheer volume of edge devices deployed throughout an enterprise. As the size and complexity of computer environments grows, it is becoming more difficult to evaluate and recognize factors which restrict efficiency and scalability. Application developers and system administrators need tools that is easy to use so that they …
Published in Journal of Computer Technology & Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 17–25 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of Artificial Intelligence-based MPPT Algorithms for Wind Energy System
Abstract: By extracting maximum possible power from a wind generator system, the efficiency of the system can be increased. Radial basis function (RBF), feed forward back propagation (FFBP) and adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system (ANFIS) are recognized as the universal estimators. This paper presents a single network based maximum power point tracking (MPPT) of a wind turbine system using these algorithms. The single network based maximum power extraction method is simple and …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 7–18 Read article
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Back-Propagation Neural Network Based Speaker Identification Under Noise Distortion
Abstract: The aim of this paper is to evaluate the performance of the proposed speaker identification system where Wiener filtering technique has been used to eliminate the background white Gaussian noises and linear discriminant analysis has been used to reduce the dimension of the speech features. Since the audio signal captures more environmental noises than other biometrics modalities, the main emphasis of this paper is to analyze the problem domains of …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Face Recognition using LDA based Support Vector Machine
Abstract: AbstractRecognition of a person is an easy task for human brains. From different experiments, we have found that even one to three days old babies are able to distinguish between known faces. So, it is very difficult task for a computer to recognize an unknown human face although a computer has been trained with a huge set of human face. Now-a-days face recognition has received significant attention of researchers. Lots …
Published in Journal of Computer Technology & Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A Critical Review on Measuring Accessibility of Multimodal Transport Systems in Indian Cities
Abstract: Measuring accessibility is crucial for evaluating the performance of multimodal transport systems in Indian cities. This review paper examines the methodologies, indicators, and applications of accessibility measurement in the context of developing countries, focusing on Indian urban areas. The paper discusses the challenges posed by data limitations, informal transport modes, and socioeconomic disparities, and highlights the need for adapting accessibility measures to the Indian context. Case studies from major Indian …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Key Performance Indicators for Personnel Performance Appraisal System in Construction Industry
Abstract: Personnel Performance Appraisal (PPA) is a systematic process to evaluate and measure the performance of employees and to assist them to improve their job performance and contribute to overall organizational performance. Project success is measured from individual performance to organizational performance. To achieve organizational goals, which in turn influences an individual performance; it is necessary to identify key performance indicators. This paper explores identification and assessment of key performance indicators …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 39–44 Read article
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BER Performance Analysis for Digital Modulation Techniques in AWGN Channel of FSO Communication System with Low Attenuation Coefficient
Abstract: BER is a potential methodology for examining digital transmission systems by providing a measurable and useful indication of system performance. If the BER rises within limit then the system performance will be obviously satisfactory. The paper represents BER performance of FSO communication system for a few number of digital modulation techniques: BPSK, QPSK, 4-QAM and 16-QAM in AWGN channel by exploiting the Matlab simulated BER versus SNR graphs. The numerical …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Performance Characteristics of Pigeons (Columba Livia Domestica) Reared Under Deep Litter System in Ghana
Abstract: This study was conducted to assess the performance characteristics of the domestic pigeon reared under deep litter system in Ghana. For performance traits measurement, fifty (50) local pigeons were raised intensively over a period of five (5) months. In all, 25 males and 25 females were used. The birds were housed for five months in a deep litter house using the intensive system. Broiler diet was used to feed pigeons …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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An Approach of Likelihood Ratio Score Fusion for Appearance and Shape based Face Recognition
Abstract: AbstractThis paper deals with an approach of likelihood ratio based score fusion technique where appearance and shape based facial features have been used to enhance the efficiency of existing face recognition system. Active Shape Model (ASM) has been used to extract the appearance and shape based facial features. Two different types of features have been used in this work in such a way that when the appearance based feature contains …
Published in Journal of Computer Technology & Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Optimal Floor Design of Production Workshop for Manufacturing Unit Using Genetic Algorithm for Efficient Performance
Abstract: Abstract: In today’s competitive market, producing industries need to satisfy additional numerous queries from the market, like widening the merchandise ranges, increasing quality and precise the delivery time. Manufacturing sector of production industries spends a huge amount of money and wealth on design and reallocation of available facilities. For an organization to have an effective and efficient manufacturing unit, it is important that optimal usage and design of facility layout …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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Performance Analysis of DWT Based OFDM System using SRRC Filter in Mobile Wimax over Fading Environment
Abstract: AbstractWavelets amid its capability to provide simultaneous information in both time and frequency domain, along with minimization of interference and improved bandwidth efficiency, is considered broadly as an efficient approach to replace fast Fourier transform (FFT) in the conventional orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM) systems. Efficient filter pulses are employed spectrally in such systems in order to mitigate the effect of inter-symbol interference (ISI) as well as satisfy the bandwidth …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Face and Iris based Multimodal Person Identification using Likelihood Ratio Score Fusion Approach.
Abstract: AbstractThe aim of this paper is to propose a multimodal biometric system where likelihood ratio score fusion technique has been used to combine face and iris uni-modal biometric system outputs. Active Shape Model (ASM) has been used to extract the facial features and standard methods have been applied to effectively extract the human iris features. To evaluate the output of each individual modality of face and iris, Discrete Hidden Markov …
Published in Journal of Computer Technology & Applications · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 60–67 Read article
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Optimization of Surface Roughness and Material Removal Rate in Turning of Al-6061 Using Taguchi Methodology, Fuzzy Logic, and Measurement System Analysis
Abstract: The optimization of machining parameters please a crucial role in improving product quality and productivity in manufacturing processes. This study focuses on the turning of aluminium 6061 alloy, aiming to optimize two key performance measures: Surface Roughness and Material Removal Rate. An integrated approach combining to Taguchi methodology, fuzzy logic and measurement system analysis (MSA) is proposed to achieve this objective. Taguchi design of experiments using and L9 orthogonal array …
Published in International Journal of Machine Systems and Manufacturing Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Fuzzy C-Means Clustering for Effective Segmentation and Classification of Brain Tumors in MRI Scans
Abstract: The paper discusses the importance of detecting and classifying brain tumors via MRI for effective treatment. It proposes a framework utilizing the Fuzzy C-means clustering algorithm for segmentation, demonstrating improved performance through real dataset validation. The model is trained on a large, annotated MRI dataset to identify and classify different tumor types, enabling machine learning-based classification into benign and malignant tumors. The MATLAB-based solution automates brain tumor feature extraction, aiding …
Published in Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 23–28 Read article