Optimizing earthmoving operations using object-oriented simulation

Authors:
Mohamed Marzouk;Osama Moselhi
Affiliations:
Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec H3G 1M8, CANADA;Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec H3G 1M8, CANADA
Venue:
Proceedings of the 32nd conference on Winter simulation
Year:
2000

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Abstract

This paper presents an automated system for optimizing earthmoving operations. The proposed system can assist earthmoving contractors, during bid preparation stage, in estimating the time and cost required in order to accomplish the task at hand. It also provides a methodology for recommending the most suitable equipment fleet that satisfies the job requirements and the stated objectives of contractors. The system consists of four components: 1) simulation module; 2) equipment cost application (ECA); 3) equipment database application (EDA); 4) reporting module. The paper provides a brief description of the system and focuses primarily on the design of the simulation module utilizing object-oriented simulation (OOS). A numerical example is presented to demonstrate the use of the developed system and illustrate its capabilities.