Optimal Solutions of Multiproduct Batch Chemical Process Using Multiobjective Genetic Algorithm with Expert Decision System

Table 1

Data used in example 1.

Processing times, 𝜏𝑖𝑗(ℎ)				Unit price for the product ($/Kg)
Product	Mixer	Reactor	Centrifuge	Product	𝐶𝑝	𝐶0
A	8	20	4	A	0.35	0.08
B	10	12	3	B	0.37	0.1
Product	Size factors (L/kg)
A	2	3	4
B	4	6	3
Cost of equipment ($, V in litres)				Minimum size = 250 L
	250 V^0.6	500 V^0.6	340 V^0.6	Maximum size = 2500 L
Operating cost factor (𝐶𝐸)
	20	30	15