Approximation Techniques in the Solution of Queueing Problems. Revision.

Abstract

In the study of complex queueing systems analysis techniques aimed at providing exact solutions become ineffective. Approximation techniques provide an attractive alternative in such cases. This paper gives an overview of different types of approximation techniques available in the literature and points out their relative merits. Also the need for proper validation procedures of approximation techniques is emphasized. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1978
Accession Number
ADA053499

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  • Martin J. Fischer
  • Mohamed Shalaby
  • U. Narayan Bhat

Organizations

  • Southern Methodist University

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  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

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  • Algorithms
  • Computational Science
  • Computer Programming
  • Computers
  • Covariance
  • Engineering
  • Equations
  • Error Analysis
  • Heuristic Methods
  • New York
  • Numerical Analysis
  • Operations Research
  • Probability
  • Queueing Theory
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Systems Analysis
  • United States

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