A Fuzzy-Analytic-Hierarchical-Process Model for The Metal Decision in The Automotive Industry 2001-01-3040
Currently, the automobile industry faces increasing pressure to reduce the weight of vehicles in order to realize better fuel economy and reduced polluting emissions. Therefore, the long-term dominance of steel and iron as the main ferrous metals used in vehicles is about to change. Aluminum has become a prime candidate to replace steel. However, the decision to use steel or aluminum is a complex one, requiring a sophisticated decision model.
This paper generalizes and applies de Korvin and Kleyle's (1999) fuzzy-analytic-hierarchical- process (FAHP) model. This generalized FAHP model is a powerful tool to tackle many complex decisions without relying on limiting definitions or unrealistic assumptions. The paper uses a concrete illustration to simplify the intricate methodology of FAHP that should help managers and controllers apply this model.
Citation: de Korvin, A., Bayou, M., and Kleyle, R., "A Fuzzy-Analytic-Hierarchical-Process Model for The Metal Decision in The Automotive Industry," SAE Technical Paper 2001-01-3040, 2001, https://doi.org/10.4271/2001-01-3040. Download Citation
Author(s):
Andre de Korvin, Mohamed E. Bayou, Robert Kleyle
Affiliated:
Department of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, University of Houston Downtown, Department of Accounting and Finance, University of Michigan-Dearborn, Department of Mathematical Sciences, Indiana University - Purdue University at Indianapolis
Pages: 11
Event:
International Body Engineering Conference & Exposition
