PUBLICATIONS


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(Dr. Leon’s student names are marked with an asterisk ‘*’)

1.     Jornada, D.* and V.J. Leon, “Filtering algorithms for biobjective mixed binary linear optimization problems with a multiple-choice constraint,” INFORMS Journal on Computing, DOI: 10.1287/ijoc.2019.0891.

1.     Jornada, D.* and V.J. Leon, “Biobjective robust optimization over the efficient set for Pareto set reduction,” EJOR, 252 (2016), pp. 573-586; DOI: 10.1016/j.ejor.2016.01.017.

2.     Jornada, D.* and V.J. Leon, “Robustness methodology to aid multiobjective decision making in the electricity generation capacity expansion problem to minimize cost and water withdrawal,” Applied Energy, 162 (2016) 1089–1108; DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2015.10.157.

3.     Beier, E., Venkatachalam, S., Leon, V. J., & Ntaimo, L., “Nodal decomposition–coordination for stochastic programs with private information restrictions,” IIE Transactions, 1-15, 2015.

4.     Song, M.S., Huang, M., V.J. Leon and X. Wang, “Decentralized Capacity Allocation of a Single-facility with Fuzzy Demand,” Journal of Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 33, No. 1, 7-15, 2014.

5.     Capar, I., M. Kuby, V.J Leon and J. Tsai*, “An Arc Cover-Path-Cover Formulation and Strategic Analysis for of Alternative-Fuel Station Locations,” EJOR, 227, 142–151, 2013.

6.     Jeong-I-J and V.J. Leon, “A serial supply chain of Newsvendor problem with safety stocks under complete and partial information sharing,” IJPE, Vol. 135, No. 1, 412–419; http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpe.2011.08.015; 2012.

7.     Chu, C.-L*. and V.J. Leon, "Power-of-Two Single-Warehouse Multi-Buyer Inventory Coordination in Distributed Environments with Partial Information Sharing," IJPE, 111, 562-574, 2008.

8.     Chu, C.-L* and V.J. Leon, “Scalable Methodology for Supply Chain Inventory Coordination with Private Information,” EJOR, 195 (2009) 262–279;  http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ejor.2008.01.046, February 2008.

9.     Chu, C.-L* and V.J. Leon, “Single-Vendor Multi-Buyer Inventory Coordination: Global and Private Information Cases,” EJOR, 191 (2008) 484–502; doi:10.1016/j.ejor.2007.06.046, 2007.

10.  Jeong, I-J*, V.J. Leon and J.R. Villalobos, “Integrated decision support system for diagnosis, maintenance planning and scheduling of manufacturing systems,” Int. J. Prod. Res., Vol. 45, No. 2, 267-285, 2007.

11.  Hung, N.P.W and V.J. Leon, “Manufacturing Education and Research at Texas A&M University: Responding to Global Trends,” Journal of Manufacturing Systems: Special Issue on Manufacturing Engineering Education, Vol. 24, No. 3, 153–161; http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S0278-6125(06)80003-8; 2005.

12.  V. Jorge Leon and In-Jae Jeong*, "An improved group setup strategy for PCB assembly", Lecture Note in Computer Science, 3483, 312-321, 2005

13.  Jeong, I-J* and V.J. Leon, “A Single-Machine Distributed-Scheduling Methodology Using Cooperative-Interaction Via Coupling-Agents,” IIE Transactions, Vol. 37, No.2, 137-152, 2005.

14.  Acosta, C., V.J. Leon, C. Conrad, R. Gonzalez* and C.O. Malave, “A Case Study on Culture and the Implementation of Manufacturing Strategy in Mexico,” Journal of Manufacturing Systems, 23(3), 204-214, 2004.

15.  Shin, H.J.* and V.J. Leon, “Scheduling with Setup Times and Due-Dates in TFT-LCD Manufacturing,” Int. J. Prod. Res., Vol. 42, No. 20, 4235-4248, 2004.

16.  Acosta, C., R. Sanchez, A. Rodriguez and V.J. Leon, “The influence of culture in automotive manufacturing – a Mexican-French comparison,” Artificial Intelligence and Society, 18, 242-256, 2004.

17.  Leon, V.J., “Incorporating Global Manufacturing into the Engineering Coursework,” Journal of Design Research, 4, 2004 (http://jdr.tudelft.nl/main_2004.html).

18.  Jeong, I-J* and V.J. Leon, “Distributed Allocation of Capacity of a Single-Facility  Using Cooperative Interaction via Coupling Agents,” International Journal of Production Research, Vol. 1, No. 1, 15-30, 2003.

19.  Jeong, I-J* and V.J. Leon, “A Distributed Scheduling Methodology for a Two-Machine Flowshop Using Cooperative-Interaction Via Multiple Coupling-Agents,” Journal of Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 21, No. 3, 126-140, 2002.

20.  Jeong, I-J* and V. J. Leon, “Decision-Making and Cooperative Interaction via Coupling Agents in Organizationally Distributed Systems,” IIE Transactions – Special Issue on Large Scale Optimization, 34, 789-802, 2002.

21.  Lee, C.-Y. and V.J. Leon, “Machine Scheduling With a Rate Modifying Activity,” European Journal of Operational Research, 128, 119-128, 2001.

22.  Nedumaran, G.* and V.J. Leon, “p-Chart Control Limits Based on a Small Number of Subgroups,” Quality Engineering, 11(1), 1-9, 1999.

23.  Leon V.J. and B.A. Peters, “A Comparison of Setup Strategies for Printed Circuit Board Assembly,” Computers in Industrial Engineering, 34(1), 219-234, 1998.

24.  Leon V.J. and B. Ramamoorthy*, “An Adaptable Problem-Space Based Search Method for Flexible Flow Line Scheduling,” IIE Transactions in Scheduling and Logistics, Vol. 29, No. 2, 115-125, 1997.

25.  Hernandez, W.* and V.J. Leon, “An Overview of the Operations Analysis of a Two-Head Flexible Assembly Machine with Interference Avoidance,” Computers and Industrial Engineering, 33 (1, 2), 405-408, 1997.

26.  Leon V.J. and B.A. Peters, “Replanning and Analysis of Partial Setup Strategies in Printed Circuit Board Assembly,” International Journal of Flexible Manufacturing Systems - Special Issue in Electronics Manufacturing, Vol. 8, No. 4, 389-412, 1996.

27.  Leon, V.J. and B. Ramamoorthy*, “Strength and Adaptability of Problem-Space Based Neighborhoods for Resource-Constrained Scheduling,”  OR Spektrum - Special Issue in Applied Local Search, Vol. 17, issue 2/3, 173-182, 1995.

28.  Leon, V.J., S.D. Wu and R.H. Storer, “Game-Theoretic Control Approach of Job Shops,” International Journal of Production Research, Vol. 32, No. 6, pp. 1451-1476, 1994.

29.  Leon, V.J., S.D. Wu and R.H. Storer, “Robustness Measures and Robust Scheduling,” IIE Transactions, Vol. 26, No. 5, pp. 32-43, 1994.

30.  Wu, S.D. and V.J. Leon, “A Decision Structure Using Generalized AND/OR Trees Containing CHANCE Nodes,” Computers and Industrial Engineering, Vol. 26, No. 6, pp. 151-171, 1994.

31.  Leon, V.J. and M.R. Miller, “Using Interactive Computer Simulation in the Quality Assurance Laboratory,” Journal of Engineering Technology, Vol. 10, No. 2, pp. 6-9, 1993.

32.  Leon, V.J. and S.D. Wu, “On Scheduling with Ready-Times, Due-Dates and Vacations,” Naval Research Logistics, Vol. 39, No. 1, pp. 53-64, 1992.

Book Chapters and Other Publications

1.     Leon, V.J., “Chapter 15: Operations Research in Manufacturing,” Manufacturing Engineering Handbook,  2nd Edition, H. Geng (Editor), McGraw Hill, in press, September 2015.

2.     Lawrence, F.B., V.J. Leon and E. Rodriguez, “A Manufacturing Renaissance? Controlling the Nexus of Product/Design Supply Chain,” Texas CEO Magazine, July 19, 2014’ http://texasceomagazine.com/departments/a-manufacturing-renaissance/

3.     Johnson, M.D., Jornada*, D., Leon, V.J., “Oportunidades y desafíos que el offshoring y outsourcing ofrecen a América Latina y el Caribe: el rol de las Zonas Francas,” Inter-American Development Bank Report, 2011.

4.     Acosta, C., V.J. Leon, C. Conrad and C. Malave, Global Engineering, CRC Press – Taylor & Francis Group, Boca Raton, Florida, 2009.

5.     Leon, V.J., “Chapter 15: Operations Research in Manufacturing,” Manufacturing Engineering Handbook, H. Geng (Editor), McGraw Hill, ISBN 0-07-139825-2, 2004.

6.     Villalobos, J.R. and V.J. Leon, “Applied Research: Help for Maquilas,” Twin Plant News, Vol. 12, No. 8, March 1997.

7.     Leon, V.J. and S.D. Wu, “Characteristics of Computerized Scheduling and Control of Manufacturing Systems,” Computer Control of Manufacturing Systems, S.B. Joshi and J.S. Smith (Editors), Chapman & Hall, London, United Kingdom, 1994.

8.     Leon, V.J., S.D. Wu and R.H. Storer, “Robust Scheduling and Game-Theoretic Control for Short-Term Scheduling of Job Shops,” Operations Research in Production Scheduling, G. Fandel, T. Gulledge and A. Jones (Editors), Springer-Verlag, Germany, 1993.

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