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Article Citation - Scopus: 52Solving an Ammunition Distribution Network Design Problem Using Multi-Objective Mathematical Modeling, Combined AHP-TOPSIS, and GIS(Elsevier Ltd, 2019-03) Akgün, Ibrahim; Erdal, HamitWe study a strategic-level ammunution distribution network design problem (ADNDP) where the purpose is to determine the locations and the service assignments of main, regional, and local depots in order to meet the ammunition needs of military units considering several factors, e.g., stock levels at the depots, costs, and risk levels of depot locations. ADNDP is a real-world and large-scale problem for which scientific decision making methods do not exist. We propose a methodology that uses multi-objective mathematical modeling, Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), The Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS), and Geographic Information System (GIS) to solve the problem. The multi-objective mathematical model determines the locations and the service assignments of depots considering two objectives, namely, to minimize transportation costs and to minimize risk scores of main depot locations. The risk score of a depot location indicates how vulnerable the location is to disruptions and is determined by a combined AHP-TOPSIS analysis where TOPSIS is used to compute the risk scores and AHP is used to compute the weights needed by TOPSIS for the identified risk attributes. The GIS analysis is conducted to determine the potential depot locations using map layers based on spatial criteria. We have applied the proposed methodology in designing and evaluating a real ammunition distribution network under different scenarios in collaboration and cooperation with the area experts. We have employed the weighted-sum method to find non-dominated solutions for each scenario and discussed their tradeoffs with the area experts. The purpose of this paper is to present the proposed methodology, findings, and insights. © 2019 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.Article Citation - WoS: 1Citation - Scopus: 1Enhanced Objectivity of AHP for More Reliable Solar Farm Site Selection(Wiley, 2025-04-17) Dincer, A. E.; Demir, A.; Yilmaz, K.The analytic hierarchy process (AHP) is a popular decision-making method for reliable decisions in different areas of study. Although the conventional AHP method mathematically ensures the consistency of results, the reliability of these results depends on the expert manifests. While AHP was originally proposed for subjectively relatable criteria, there may also be additional objectively relatable criteria or a consensus about the final relation of some couple of criteria. To address these objective relations and/or consensuses, this study proposes the analytic hierarchy process with optimized hierarchy (AHP-OH). This method enhances the reliability of results by satisfying objective relations and/or consensuses about relations between criteria. The AHP-OH methodology was applied to select optimal photovoltaic (PV) farm locations in Konya Province, Turkey, a region characterized by diverse terrain and solar radiation levels. The study incorporated geographic information systems to analyze criteria, such as solar radiation rate, land use, slope, proximity to roads and transmission lines, and restricted areas. Results demonstrated that 2.56% of Konya's terrain is highly (80%-100%) suitable and 19.34% of it has moderately high (60%-80%) suitability for PV farm development, with five highly suitable regions identified. Notably, the locations of existing PV farms aligned closely with the identified suitable zones, validating the efficacy of the AHP-OH approach. This research underscores the importance of objectivity of decision-making methods and proposes AHP-OH to enhance the objectivity of the conventional AHP method. By providing a systematic and objective framework for spatial decision support systems, AHP-OH offers significant advancements for policymakers and developers in the renewable energy sector. Future applications of this methodology can extend to other regions and renewable energy sources, contributing to global efforts in sustainable energy development.Article Citation - WoS: 12Citation - Scopus: 14Developing a Decision-Support System for Waste Management in Aluminum Production(Springer, 2016-04-13) Ozmen, Mihrimah; Aydogan, Emel Kizilkaya; Ates, Nuray; Uzal, NigmetIndustrial enterprises constitute a major portion of the world's economy, as well as a large proportion of a country's businesses and total employment. In Turkey, industrial enterprises are underdeveloped in terms of knowledge, skill, capital, and particularly accessing and benefiting from the advantages provided by modern information and communication technologies. Aluminum manufacturing has been reported to be the largest industry in Turkey with respect to production volumes and application fields. However, aluminum production is known to be an important contributor to environmental pollution, and the relative contribution of other related enterprises to the total industrial environmental impact is unknown. Environmental pollution sources can typically be classified into three categories: gaseous emissions, solid wastes, and wastewaters. The types of wastes produced by aluminum production vary based on the process line used, the variety of target products produced, and the production capacity of a given plant. As the capacities of facilities grow, the type and amount of waste become more variable. Therefore, the primary objective of this study is to determine the priority of each waste type in aluminum manufacturing industries. This study was conducted in the Industrial Zone of Kayseri in Turkey. Three different facilities that range in size from large to small based on their production volume, plant capacity, and variety of production are selected for this study. The priority of waste types was determined by combining the AHP and PROMETHEE II multicriteria decision methods. While wastewater was categorized as having the highest priority in large facilities, solid waste was determined to be the highest priority in medium and small facilities.Article Citation - WoS: 62Citation - Scopus: 63A Novel Method for the Site Selection of Large-Scale PV Farms by Using AHP and GIS: A Case Study in Izmir, Turkiye(Pergamon-Elsevier Science Ltd, 2023-07) Demir, Abdullah; Dincer, Ali Ersin; Yilmaz, KutayEffective and sustainable climate-friendly policies to reduce carbon dioxide emissions in line with the 2020 European Green Deal are necessary. Accordingly, renewable energies assumed a critical role, rendering the site selection of these systems very crucial. The present study proposes a novel approach to the site selection of large-scale photovoltaic (PV) plants using a combination of analytic hierarchy process (AHP) and geographic infor-mation system (GIS). In the study, the weights of criteria used for selecting solar PV panels are adjusted according to the installed capacity of the PV plant. The land of cost is included as a criterion in the AHP for the first time in PV plant site selection. Besides, a novel method called optimality-based site growing (OBSG) is introduced to further analyze the suitable sites obtained from GIS simulations and to determine the most suitable locations of PV farms. The proposed method is demonstrated with a case study of Turkiye, and the results show that the method effectively determines the most suitable locations for large-scale PV plants.Article Citation - WoS: 24Citation - Scopus: 29A Methodology to Evaluate the Sensory Properties of Instant Hot Chocolate Beverage With Different Fat Contents: Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Techniques Approach(Springer, 2016-02-03) Dogan, Mahmut; Aslan, Duygu; Aktar, Tugba; Sarac, Meryem Goksel; Goksel Sarac, MeryemThe multi-criteria decision-making techniques are applied in many areas such as integrated manufacturing systems, evaluation of technology investment, water and agriculture management and energy planning. However, there are very few studies in the field of food. In this work, the selection of optimum fat content in the model beverage of instant hot chocolate beverage was evaluated based on sensory analyses by performing multi-criteria decision techniques (analytic hierarchy process, simple additive weighting, technique for order preference by similarity to ideal solution and elimination et choixtraduisant la realite-elimination and choice translating reality). The wettability, solubility, bulk density, soluble solids, pH, color values, and rheological and sensory properties of the nine samples were evaluated. According to the results of multi-criteria decision techniques, sample S2 which had a relatively high amount of fat content was the most preferred beverage among the samples. Study showed that the use of different fat contents of milk and cocoa powder positively affected the rheological parameters and preferences of consumers. The findings may be considered to improve dairy and cocoa-based products formulation by the food industry.Article Citation - WoS: 3Citation - Scopus: 3A Cleaner Demolition Scheduling Methodology Considering Dust Dispersion: A Case Study for a Post-Earthquake Region(Elsevier Sci Ltd, 2024-11) Dincer, Ali Ersin; Demir, Abdullah; Dilmen, OmerIn the present century, pollution is a primary concern for billions, prompting governments to advocate cleaner ways of production. Demolition activity is often an indispensable solution for structures that have completed their economic life. However, there are no regulations for the scheduling of demolition, except those related to the method of demolition and ensuring worker safety. Older buildings incorporate hazardous materials, such as asbestos, silica, and lead. These materials not only carry inherent risks, but high levels of aerosols in the air also adversely affect health. In this study, a demolition scheduling method is proposed, considering the dust dispersion. This research is pioneering, providing a structured demolition schedule to minimize the impact on both humans and the environment. In the methodology, a dispersion model is used to calculate the region exposed to dust and the concentration distribution throughout that area. In addition to the dust effect map, a vulnerability map is created using Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP), aiding in determining interrelations between vulnerable sites. Thus, the dust effect map is derived by considering both dust exposure and the vulnerability map. The region affected by dust and the concentration of dust vary based on wind characteristics. By knowing the dust effect maps for the site (or all subsites) during specified time periods, a schedule can be defined. As a case study, schedules causing the absolute minimum and optimum dust effect rates are established for Kahramanmaras,, , , T & uuml;rkiye which recently experienced a devastating earthquake. The findings of the case study show that the dust effect on humans and the environment is significantly reduced. Consequently, by adhering to the proposed scheduling plan, human exposure to demolition dust is minimized, resulting in reduced medical expenses even without increasing the cost of the demolition.
