We consider the classical problem of scheduling parallel unrelated machines. Each job is to be processed by exactly one machine. Processing job j on machine i requires time pij . ...
We study the problem of scheduling permanent jobs on unrelated machines when the objective is to minimize the Lp norm of the machine loads. The problem is known as load balancing ...
A Normative Multi-Agent System consists of autonomous agents who must comply with social norms. Different kinds of norms make different assumptions about the cognitive architecture...
Brigitte Burgemeestre, Joris Hulstijn, Yao-Hua Tan
— In this paper we study the rational balance between local and global policies in virtual communities of agents. To study this problem we use a logical framework for modelling o...
Integrating web sites to provide more efficient services is a very promising way in the Internet. For example searching house for rent based on train system or preparing a holiday...