An approach is proposed to solve the problem how to obtain the priorities from interval fuzzy preference relations. Firstly, another expression of interval numbers is given. Then, some basic definitions on consistency...An approach is proposed to solve the problem how to obtain the priorities from interval fuzzy preference relations. Firstly, another expression of interval numbers is given. Then, some basic definitions on consistency and weak transitivity of real and interval fuzzy preference relations are described. Based on these definitions, a two-phase process for determining the priorities from interval fuzzy preference relations is presented. Finally, two exam- ples are used to illustrate the use of the proposed approach.展开更多
Intuitionistic fuzzy preference relation(IFPR) is a suitable technique to express fuzzy preference information by decision makers(DMs). This paper aims to provide a group decision making method where DMs use the IFPRs...Intuitionistic fuzzy preference relation(IFPR) is a suitable technique to express fuzzy preference information by decision makers(DMs). This paper aims to provide a group decision making method where DMs use the IFPRs to indicate their preferences with uncertain weights. To begin with, a model to derive weight vectors of alternatives from IFPRs based on multiplicative consistency is presented. Specifically, for any IFPR,by minimizing its absolute deviation from the corresponding consistent IFPR, the weight vectors are generated. Secondly,a method to determine relative weights of DMs depending on preference information is developed. After that we prioritize alternatives based on the obtained weights considering the risk preference of DMs. Finally, this approach is applied to the problem of technical risks assessment of armored equipment to illustrate the applicability and superiority of the proposed method.展开更多
Based on the analyses of existing preference group decision-making(PGDM)methods with intuitionistic fuzzy preference relations(IFPRs),we present a new PGDM framework with incomplete IFPRs.A generalized multiplicative ...Based on the analyses of existing preference group decision-making(PGDM)methods with intuitionistic fuzzy preference relations(IFPRs),we present a new PGDM framework with incomplete IFPRs.A generalized multiplicative consistent for IFPRs is defined,and a mathematical programming model is constructed to supplement the missing values in incomplete IFPRs.Moreover,in this study,another mathematical programming model is constructed to improve the consistency level of unacceptably multiplicative consistent IFPRs.For group decisionmaking(GDM)with incomplete IFPRs,three reliable sources influencing the weights of experts are identified.Subsequently,a method for determining the weights of experts is developed by simultaneously considering three reliable sources.Furthermore,a targeted consensus process(CPR)is developed in this study with reference to the actual situation of the consensus level of each IFPR.Meanwhile,in response to the proposed multiplicative consistency definition,a novel method for determining the optimal priority weights of alternatives is redefined.Lastly,based on the above theory,a novel GDM method with incomplete IFPRs is developed,and the comparative and sensitivity analysis results demonstrate the utility and superiority of this work.展开更多
To overcome the subjectivity of experts in the process of risk response scheme selection, according to the theory of group decision making, a selection method and flow of the risk response schemes for a mining project...To overcome the subjectivity of experts in the process of risk response scheme selection, according to the theory of group decision making, a selection method and flow of the risk response schemes for a mining project was proposed based on fuzzy preference relation and consistency induced ordered weighted averaging (C-IOWA) operator,which can overcome the loss of information in the process of group decision making to a great degree, and improve its efficiency and quality.A numeric example was introduced to illustrate the application of the method, also validating the method as scientific and practicable.展开更多
We investigate the decision-making problem with a finite set of alternatives,in which the decision information takes the form of a fuzzy preference relation. We develop asimple and practical approach to obtaining the ...We investigate the decision-making problem with a finite set of alternatives,in which the decision information takes the form of a fuzzy preference relation. We develop asimple and practical approach to obtaining the priority vector of a fuzzy preference relation. Theprominent characteristic of the developed approach is that the priority vector can generally beobtained by a simple formula, which is derived from a quadratic programming model. We utilize theconsistency ratio to check the consistency of fuzzy preference relation. If the fuzzy preferencerelation is of unacceptable consistency, then we can return it to the decision maker to reconsiderstructuring a new fuzzy preference relation until the fuzzy preference relation with acceptableconsistency is obtained. We finally illustrate the priority approach by two numerical examples. Thenumerical results show that the developed approach is straightforward, effective, and can easily beperformed on a computer.展开更多
In this paper, we investigate group decision making problems where the decision information given by decision makers takes the form of interval fuzzy preference relations. We first give an index to measure the similar...In this paper, we investigate group decision making problems where the decision information given by decision makers takes the form of interval fuzzy preference relations. We first give an index to measure the similarity degree of two interval fuzzy preference relations, and utilize the similarity index to check the consistency degree of group opinion. Furthermore, we use the error-propagation principle to determine the priority vector of the aggregated matrix, and then develop an approach to group decision making based on interval fuzzy preference relations. Finally, we give an example to illustrate the developed approach.展开更多
The uncertainty distribution can more effectively express the uncertainty of decision makers' judgments during a pairwise comparison of any alternatives. This paper investigates the priority models of group intuit...The uncertainty distribution can more effectively express the uncertainty of decision makers' judgments during a pairwise comparison of any alternatives. This paper investigates the priority models of group intuitionistic fuzzy preference relations with normal uncertainty distribution. The mathematical equivalence between the membership, non-membership degree interval fuzzy preference relation and the intuitionistic fuzzy preference relation is constructed, showing that there exists an inverse relationship between the priority of alternatives using these two types of interval preference relations. The new optimal models regarded the event that the deviation between the ideal judgement meeting the multiplicative consistency and the actual judgement obeying normal uncertainty distribution shall not exceed a threshold value under the given belief degree as a constraint, and regarded the minimum sum of all the threshold values as the objective function. The chance constraint was introduced to measure the degree to which multiplicative consistency can be realized under different belief degrees. The priority model provides a new method for simulating uncertainty and fuzziness in the real-world decision making environment.展开更多
This article introduces a consistency index for measuring the consistency level of an interval fuzzy preference relation（IFPR）.An approach is then proposed to construct an additive consistent IFPR from a given incon...This article introduces a consistency index for measuring the consistency level of an interval fuzzy preference relation（IFPR）.An approach is then proposed to construct an additive consistent IFPR from a given inconsistent IFPR.By using a weighted averaging method combining the original IFPR and the constructed consistent IFPR,a formula is put forward to repair an inconsistent IFPR to generate an IFPR with acceptable consistency.An iterative algorithm is subsequently developed to rectify an inconsistent IFPR and derive one with acceptable consistency and weak transitivity.The proposed approaches can not only improve consistency of IFPRs but also preserve the initial interval uncertainty information as much as possible.Numerical examples are presented to illustrate how to apply the proposed approaches.展开更多
The fuzzy non-cooperative game with fuzzy payoff function is studied. Based on fuzzy set theory with game theory, the fuzzy Nash equilibrium of fuzzy non-cooperative games is proposed. Most of researchers rank fuzzy n...The fuzzy non-cooperative game with fuzzy payoff function is studied. Based on fuzzy set theory with game theory, the fuzzy Nash equilibrium of fuzzy non-cooperative games is proposed. Most of researchers rank fuzzy number by its center of gravity or by the real number with its maximal membership. By reducing fuzzy number into a real number, we lose much fuzzy information that should be kept during the operations between fuzzy numbers. The fuzzy quantities or alternatives are ordered directly by Yuan＇s binary fuzzy ordering relation. In doing so, the existence of fuzzy Nash equilibrium for fuzzy non-cooperative games is shown based on the utility function and the crisp Nash theorem. Finally, an illustrative example in traffic flow patterns of equilibrium is given in order to show the detailed calculation process of fuzzy Nash equilibrium.展开更多
This article proposes a quantified SWOT framework which integrates fuzzy linguistic preference relation to evaluate the competitive position of Abidjan container terminal in West Africa. The integration of fuzzy lingu...This article proposes a quantified SWOT framework which integrates fuzzy linguistic preference relation to evaluate the competitive position of Abidjan container terminal in West Africa. The integration of fuzzy linguistic preference relation in the quantified SWOT framework circumvents the difficulties in terms of data collection and consistency of judgment matrices prevailing in the conventional AHP and Fuzzy AHP. Moreover, the study provides relevant evidences about the key internal and external attributes shipping lines considered as important and hence the attributes that ports/ terminals most need to enhance in order to improve their attractiveness and be well positioned in the market. On the other hand, the change in terminals competitive position between 2010 and 2013 highlights that the difficulties of West African ports in attracting customers in the sub-region are not only related to internal problems such as inadequate infrastructures, facilities or inefficiency, but significant political and economic constraint outside the ports constraints their competitiveness.展开更多
The results of research into the use of fuzzy set based models and methods of multicriteria decision making for solving power engineering problems are presented. Two general classes of models related to multiobjective...The results of research into the use of fuzzy set based models and methods of multicriteria decision making for solving power engineering problems are presented. Two general classes of models related to multiobjective (X,M> models) and multiattribute (X,R> models) problems are considered. The analysisX,M> of models is based on the use of the Bellman-Zadeh approach to decision making in a fuzzy environment. Its application conforms to the principle of guaranteed result and provides constructive lines in obtaining harmonious solutions on the basis of analyzing associated maxmin problems. Several techniques based on fuzzy preference modeling are considered for the analysis of?X,R> models. A review of the authors’ results associated with the application of these models and methods for solving diverse types of problems of power system and subsystems planning and operation is presented. The recent results on the use ofX,M> andX,R> models and methods of their analysis for the allocation of reactive power sources in distribution systems and for the prioritization in maintenance planning in distribution systems, respectively, are considered.展开更多
近年来,高压变电站涉鸟故障频发,严重威胁变电站的安全稳定运行。为评估高压变电站涉鸟故障风险,从故障机理、故障敏感性、故障后果三个维度构建了变电站涉鸟故障风险评估体系,提出了一种基于球形模糊理论组合赋权和逼近理想解排序法(Te...近年来,高压变电站涉鸟故障频发,严重威胁变电站的安全稳定运行。为评估高压变电站涉鸟故障风险,从故障机理、故障敏感性、故障后果三个维度构建了变电站涉鸟故障风险评估体系,提出了一种基于球形模糊理论组合赋权和逼近理想解排序法(Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution,TOPSIS)的变电站涉鸟故障风险评估方法,采用此方法对江西省内88座变电站进行风险评估并划分为三个风险等级。结果表明:球形模糊理论改进的层次分析法削弱了非必要的主观特性,基于最小离差函数的组合赋权法兼顾了主观判断和数据信息,得到的结果相比于单一主、客观赋权更合理;引入马氏距离和灰色关联度的TOPSIS克服了欧氏距离的缺陷,提高了评估准确性,并通过历史涉鸟故障数据进行了验证。结果可指导变电站涉鸟故障差异化防治。展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation for Excellent Innovation Research Group of China (70721001)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (90924016)Fundamental Research Fund for Northeastern University (N090606001)
文摘An approach is proposed to solve the problem how to obtain the priorities from interval fuzzy preference relations. Firstly, another expression of interval numbers is given. Then, some basic definitions on consistency and weak transitivity of real and interval fuzzy preference relations are described. Based on these definitions, a two-phase process for determining the priorities from interval fuzzy preference relations is presented. Finally, two exam- ples are used to illustrate the use of the proposed approach.
基金partly supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(71371053)the Social Science Foundation of Fujian Province(FJ2015C111)
文摘Intuitionistic fuzzy preference relation(IFPR) is a suitable technique to express fuzzy preference information by decision makers(DMs). This paper aims to provide a group decision making method where DMs use the IFPRs to indicate their preferences with uncertain weights. To begin with, a model to derive weight vectors of alternatives from IFPRs based on multiplicative consistency is presented. Specifically, for any IFPR,by minimizing its absolute deviation from the corresponding consistent IFPR, the weight vectors are generated. Secondly,a method to determine relative weights of DMs depending on preference information is developed. After that we prioritize alternatives based on the obtained weights considering the risk preference of DMs. Finally, this approach is applied to the problem of technical risks assessment of armored equipment to illustrate the applicability and superiority of the proposed method.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.71740021,11861034,and 61966030)the Humanities Social Science Programming Project of Ministry of Education of China(No.20YJA630059)+1 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangxi Province of China(No.20192BAB207012)the Natural Science Foundation of Qinghai Province of China(No.2019-ZJ-7086).
文摘Based on the analyses of existing preference group decision-making(PGDM)methods with intuitionistic fuzzy preference relations(IFPRs),we present a new PGDM framework with incomplete IFPRs.A generalized multiplicative consistent for IFPRs is defined,and a mathematical programming model is constructed to supplement the missing values in incomplete IFPRs.Moreover,in this study,another mathematical programming model is constructed to improve the consistency level of unacceptably multiplicative consistent IFPRs.For group decisionmaking(GDM)with incomplete IFPRs,three reliable sources influencing the weights of experts are identified.Subsequently,a method for determining the weights of experts is developed by simultaneously considering three reliable sources.Furthermore,a targeted consensus process(CPR)is developed in this study with reference to the actual situation of the consensus level of each IFPR.Meanwhile,in response to the proposed multiplicative consistency definition,a novel method for determining the optimal priority weights of alternatives is redefined.Lastly,based on the above theory,a novel GDM method with incomplete IFPRs is developed,and the comparative and sensitivity analysis results demonstrate the utility and superiority of this work.
文摘To overcome the subjectivity of experts in the process of risk response scheme selection, according to the theory of group decision making, a selection method and flow of the risk response schemes for a mining project was proposed based on fuzzy preference relation and consistency induced ordered weighted averaging (C-IOWA) operator,which can overcome the loss of information in the process of group decision making to a great degree, and improve its efficiency and quality.A numeric example was introduced to illustrate the application of the method, also validating the method as scientific and practicable.
文摘We investigate the decision-making problem with a finite set of alternatives,in which the decision information takes the form of a fuzzy preference relation. We develop asimple and practical approach to obtaining the priority vector of a fuzzy preference relation. Theprominent characteristic of the developed approach is that the priority vector can generally beobtained by a simple formula, which is derived from a quadratic programming model. We utilize theconsistency ratio to check the consistency of fuzzy preference relation. If the fuzzy preferencerelation is of unacceptable consistency, then we can return it to the decision maker to reconsiderstructuring a new fuzzy preference relation until the fuzzy preference relation with acceptableconsistency is obtained. We finally illustrate the priority approach by two numerical examples. Thenumerical results show that the developed approach is straightforward, effective, and can easily beperformed on a computer.
基金This work was partly supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China （60573056）, Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China （Z106335, Y105090）, Zhejiang Provincial Scientific and Technological Project of China （2006C30030） and Huzhou Municipal Scientific and Technological Project of China （2006GG03）.
文摘In this paper, we investigate group decision making problems where the decision information given by decision makers takes the form of interval fuzzy preference relations. We first give an index to measure the similarity degree of two interval fuzzy preference relations, and utilize the similarity index to check the consistency degree of group opinion. Furthermore, we use the error-propagation principle to determine the priority vector of the aggregated matrix, and then develop an approach to group decision making based on interval fuzzy preference relations. Finally, we give an example to illustrate the developed approach.
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grant Nos. 71571104 and 71171115a project funded by the Priority Academic Program Developmerit of Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions and the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu, China under Grant No. BK20141481the fifth issue of the "333 Project" funded research project under Grant No. BRA2017456.
文摘The uncertainty distribution can more effectively express the uncertainty of decision makers' judgments during a pairwise comparison of any alternatives. This paper investigates the priority models of group intuitionistic fuzzy preference relations with normal uncertainty distribution. The mathematical equivalence between the membership, non-membership degree interval fuzzy preference relation and the intuitionistic fuzzy preference relation is constructed, showing that there exists an inverse relationship between the priority of alternatives using these two types of interval preference relations. The new optimal models regarded the event that the deviation between the ideal judgement meeting the multiplicative consistency and the actual judgement obeying normal uncertainty distribution shall not exceed a threshold value under the given belief degree as a constraint, and regarded the minimum sum of all the threshold values as the objective function. The chance constraint was introduced to measure the degree to which multiplicative consistency can be realized under different belief degrees. The priority model provides a new method for simulating uncertainty and fuzziness in the real-world decision making environment.
基金partially supported by National Natural Sciences Foundation of China (71271188,71272129,71301061,71471059)Ministry of Education Humanities and Social Sciences Youth Fund(13YJC630120)+2 种基金National Social Science Fund Project(12AZD111)Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada(NSERC) under its Discovery Grant programthe Jiangsu ITO Strategy Research Base Grant
文摘This article introduces a consistency index for measuring the consistency level of an interval fuzzy preference relation（IFPR）.An approach is then proposed to construct an additive consistent IFPR from a given inconsistent IFPR.By using a weighted averaging method combining the original IFPR and the constructed consistent IFPR,a formula is put forward to repair an inconsistent IFPR to generate an IFPR with acceptable consistency.An iterative algorithm is subsequently developed to rectify an inconsistent IFPR and derive one with acceptable consistency and weak transitivity.The proposed approaches can not only improve consistency of IFPRs but also preserve the initial interval uncertainty information as much as possible.Numerical examples are presented to illustrate how to apply the proposed approaches.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (70771010)
文摘The fuzzy non-cooperative game with fuzzy payoff function is studied. Based on fuzzy set theory with game theory, the fuzzy Nash equilibrium of fuzzy non-cooperative games is proposed. Most of researchers rank fuzzy number by its center of gravity or by the real number with its maximal membership. By reducing fuzzy number into a real number, we lose much fuzzy information that should be kept during the operations between fuzzy numbers. The fuzzy quantities or alternatives are ordered directly by Yuan＇s binary fuzzy ordering relation. In doing so, the existence of fuzzy Nash equilibrium for fuzzy non-cooperative games is shown based on the utility function and the crisp Nash theorem. Finally, an illustrative example in traffic flow patterns of equilibrium is given in order to show the detailed calculation process of fuzzy Nash equilibrium.
文摘This article proposes a quantified SWOT framework which integrates fuzzy linguistic preference relation to evaluate the competitive position of Abidjan container terminal in West Africa. The integration of fuzzy linguistic preference relation in the quantified SWOT framework circumvents the difficulties in terms of data collection and consistency of judgment matrices prevailing in the conventional AHP and Fuzzy AHP. Moreover, the study provides relevant evidences about the key internal and external attributes shipping lines considered as important and hence the attributes that ports/ terminals most need to enhance in order to improve their attractiveness and be well positioned in the market. On the other hand, the change in terminals competitive position between 2010 and 2013 highlights that the difficulties of West African ports in attracting customers in the sub-region are not only related to internal problems such as inadequate infrastructures, facilities or inefficiency, but significant political and economic constraint outside the ports constraints their competitiveness.
文摘The results of research into the use of fuzzy set based models and methods of multicriteria decision making for solving power engineering problems are presented. Two general classes of models related to multiobjective (X,M> models) and multiattribute (X,R> models) problems are considered. The analysisX,M> of models is based on the use of the Bellman-Zadeh approach to decision making in a fuzzy environment. Its application conforms to the principle of guaranteed result and provides constructive lines in obtaining harmonious solutions on the basis of analyzing associated maxmin problems. Several techniques based on fuzzy preference modeling are considered for the analysis of?X,R> models. A review of the authors’ results associated with the application of these models and methods for solving diverse types of problems of power system and subsystems planning and operation is presented. The recent results on the use ofX,M> andX,R> models and methods of their analysis for the allocation of reactive power sources in distribution systems and for the prioritization in maintenance planning in distribution systems, respectively, are considered.
文摘近年来,高压变电站涉鸟故障频发,严重威胁变电站的安全稳定运行。为评估高压变电站涉鸟故障风险,从故障机理、故障敏感性、故障后果三个维度构建了变电站涉鸟故障风险评估体系,提出了一种基于球形模糊理论组合赋权和逼近理想解排序法(Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution,TOPSIS)的变电站涉鸟故障风险评估方法,采用此方法对江西省内88座变电站进行风险评估并划分为三个风险等级。结果表明:球形模糊理论改进的层次分析法削弱了非必要的主观特性,基于最小离差函数的组合赋权法兼顾了主观判断和数据信息,得到的结果相比于单一主、客观赋权更合理;引入马氏距离和灰色关联度的TOPSIS克服了欧氏距离的缺陷,提高了评估准确性,并通过历史涉鸟故障数据进行了验证。结果可指导变电站涉鸟故障差异化防治。
