Table 3 Algorithmic approaches for scheduling and logistics in prefabrication.

From: Dual-objective optimization of prefabricated component logistics based on JIT strategy

Research content

References

Objective and method

Algorithm applications

Fang et al.54

Enhances classical genetic algorithm using activity-based encoding, setting start time and transport frequency as genes, to optimize project duration and logistics costs. Employs neighborhood-based crossover and mutation for improved local search

Li et al.55,56

Proposes a metaheuristic for vehicle routing with time window and synchronization constraints in prefabrication, combining hybrid initialization, encoding repair, and variable-length local search to minimize combined transport and inventory costs efficiently

Deb et al.57

Introduces NSGA for multi-objective optimization but highlights issues like high computation and potential premature convergence, risking loss of quality solutions during crossover and mutation

Deb et al.58

Develops NSGA-II, integrating fast non-dominated sorting, crowding distance, and elitism to retain Pareto optimal solutions, enhancing diversity and convergence in multi-objective optimization. Widely applied in complex optimization tasks