OPEN WATER DISPOSAL OPTIMIZATION USING LINEAR PROGRAMMING

摘要

A linear programming optimization model has been developed to assist in the development of dredging plans at open water disposal sites. The model formulation for a linear programming model that has been developed based on conditions at an open water disposal site E near the mouth of the Columbia River is described. Ultimately the linear programming models developed will be integrated with the MDFATE computer program to automate the generation of dumping plans. This program is being developed as a module of the Goethals Dredging Operations Decision Support System. Initial testing of the linear programming model indicates that it produces reasonable dumping plans.