Method and apparatus for resource constraint scheduling

Details Method and apparatus for resource constraint scheduling Method and apparatus for resource constraint scheduling

1993-09-23

1995-04-11

Hayes, Gail O.

Boots, shoes, and leggings

364401, 364468, G06F 1522, G06F 1524, G06F 1520, G06F 1546, G06G 748, G06G 752, G06G 764, G06G 766

Patent

active

054064767

ABSTRACT:
Constrained resource allocation techniques are implemented with a digital computer due to its improved speed and graphics capability. These techniques allow for rapid resource constrained scheduling when given a precedence ordered list of activities. Resources are allocated to activities in order of highest priority with all precedence constraints being taken into account. Resources are allocated in such a manner that preserves the integrity of the random variables associated with start and finish times of activities. Activity durations and start/finish expected values and variances are adjusted to account for shortfalls occurring prior to an activity's start time and between an activity's start and finish times. The result is a schedule of start and finish times for each activity that is resource feasible and achievable within a prescribed confidence level.

REFERENCES:
patent: 4644479 (1987-02-01), Kemper et al.
patent: 4648023 (1987-03-01), Powell
patent: 5016170 (1991-05-01), Pollalis et al.
patent: 5040116 (1991-08-01), Evans, Jr. et al.
"A Survey of Scheduling Rules," Panwalker et al. Operations Research, vol. 25, No. 1, Jan.-Feb. 1977, pp. 45-60
Time Line in "Maser Plans: Project Management Software," Fersko-Weiss, PC Magazine, vol. 16, Issue N16 (Dialog Acc. No. 05245494).
Fersko-Weiss; "Super Project Expert"; PC Magazine; vol. 9 No. 15; p. 358(2); Sep. 11, 1990; Dialog: File 648, Acc#08790584.

Affiliated with

Also associated with

Rating

Method and apparatus for resource constraint scheduling does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this patent.

If you have personal experience with Method and apparatus for resource constraint scheduling, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Method and apparatus for resource constraint scheduling will most certainly appreciate the feedback.

Rate now

Comments { 0 }

Profile ID: LFUS-PAI-O-1543173