Gantt Chart: Definition, Benefits, and How It’s Used

A Gantt chart is a visual representation of a project schedule, showing the start and finish date of several elements of a ...
IEEE

FSO System Optimization for 6G Applications: Using Metaheuristic Algorithms

This paper investigates the potential improvements in Free Space Optics (FSO) communication systems using Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) and the Pachycondyla Apicalis Algorithm (API). FSO ...
Northwestern's McCormick School of Engineering

Exploring the Academic Research Process

During an April 2 showcase event, Research Track students presented the work they developed over the two quarters. The 12 ...
IEEE

Reinforcement and Statistical Learning-Assisted Evolutionary Algorithm for Space-Limited Aircraft Assembly Scheduling Problem

Abstract: This work investigates the space-limited aircraft assembly scheduling problem (SAASP) based on real-world cases. A computational model, minimizing the makespan, is developed to formulate the ...

Smarter Scheduling for Custody Transfer Metering: The Case for Surrogate Spool Calibration

Decoupling ultrasonic flowmeter calibration from spool fabrication can recover weeks — often significantly more — from ...