Research interests
Scheduling, Vehicle Routing, Combinatorial Optimization
Selected journal publications (* corresponding author)
- K. Fang, E. Fu*, D. Huang*, G.Y. Ke, M. Verma. A value-at-risk based approach to the routing problem of multi-hazmat railcars. European Journal of Operational Research 320(1): 132-145, 2025.
- Z. Mao, J. Zhang, Y. Sun, K. Fang, D. Huang*. Balancing parallel assembly lines with human-robot collaboration: problem definition, mathematical model and tabu search approach. International Journal of Production Research, available online, 2024.
- Z. Mao, E. Fu, D. Huang, K. Fang*, L. Chen. Combinatorial Benders decomposition for single machine scheduling in additive manufacturing with two-dimensional packing constraints. European Journal of Operational Research 317(3):890-905, 2024.
- Z. Mao, Y. Sun, K. Fang, D. Huang*, J. Zhang. Balancing and scheduling of assembly line with multi-type collaborative robots. International Journal of Production Economics 271: 109207, 2024.
- Z. Mao, Y. Sun, K. Fang, D. Huang*, J. Zhang. Model and metaheuristic for human–robot collaboration assembly line worker assignment and balancing problem. Computers & Operations Research 165: 106605, 2024.
- D. Wang, K. Fang*, W. Luo, W. Ouyang. Approximation algorithms for mixed batch scheduling on parallel machines. Journal of the Operational Research Society, available online, 2024.
- K. Fang, W. Luo*, M.L. Pinedo, M. Jin, L. Lu. Rescheduling for new orders on a single machine with rejection. Journal of the Operational Research Society 75(2): 346-360, 2024.
- Z. Mao, J. Zhang, K. Fang, D. Huang*, Y. Sun. Balancing U-type assembly lines with human-robot collaboration. Computers & Operations Research 159: 106359, 2023.
- D. Huang, Z. Mao, K. Fang*, L. Chen. Solving the shortest path interdiction problem via reinforcement learning. International Journal of Production Research 61(1): 31-48, 2023.
- S. Chen, Y. Qiu*, J. Li, K. Fang, Kuangnan Fang*; Precision marketing for financial industry using a PU-learning recommendation method. Journal of Business Research 160: 113771, 2023.
- D. Huang, Z. Mao, K. Fang*, B. Yuan. Combinatorial Benders decomposition for mixed-model two-sided assembly line balancing problem. International Journal of Production Research 60(8): 2598-2624, 2022.
- K. Fang, S. Wang*, M.L. Pinedo, L. Chen, F. Chu. A combinatorial Benders decomposition algorithm for parallel machine scheduling with working-time restrictions. European Journal of Operational Research 291(1): 128-146, 2021.
- K. Fang*, W. Luo, A. Che. Speed scaling in two-machine lot-streaming flow shops with consistent sublots. Journal of the Operational Research Society 72(11): 2429-2441, 2021.
- Z. Mao, D. Huang, K. Fang*, C. Wang, D. Lu. Milk-run routing problem with progress-lane in the collection of automobile parts. Annals of Operations Research 291: 657–684, 2020.
- Q. Yu, K. Fang*, N. Zhu*, S. Ma. A matheuristic approach to the orienteering problem with service time dependent profits. European Journal of Operational Research 273(2): 488-503, 2019.
- S. Wang, Z. Zhu, K. Fang, F. Chu, C. Chu*. Scheduling on a two-machine permutation flow shop under time-of-use electricity tariffs. International Journal of Production Research 56(9): 3173-3187, 2018.
- K. Fang, G.Y. Ke*, M. Verma. A routing and scheduling approach to rail transportation of hazardous materials with demand due dates. European Journal of Operational Research 261(1): 154-168, 2017.
- K. Fang, N.A. Uhan*, F. Zhao, J.W. Sutherland. Scheduling on a single machine under time-of-use tariffs. Annals of Operations Research 238(1): 199-227, 2016.
- K. Fang, N.A. Uhan*, F. Zhao, J.W. Sutherland. Flow shop scheduling with peak power consumption constraints. Annals of Operations Research 206(1): 115-145, 2013.
- K. Fang, N.A. Uhan, F. Zhao*, J.W. Sutherland. A new approach to scheduling in manufacturing for power consumption and carbon footprint reduction. Journal of Manufacturing Systems 30(4): 234-240, 2011.
