The Use of an Analogue Computer in Some Operational Research Problems
Samuel Eilon, D.P. Deziel · Journal of the Operational Research Society · 1965
Some of the basic characteristics of analogue computers are summarized and previous applications in the operational research field are reviewed. The paper briefly reports on four investigations which the authors carried out using an analogue computer: (1) Study of an inventory system; (2) Analysis of forecasting methods; (3) Locating a warehouse or distribution depot; (4) Controlling and resetting policies for processes subject to trend.