Selected Publications

Control of Discrete-Event Systems

• Masin*, M. and Prabhu, V.V. (2009), “AWIP: A Simulation-based Feedback Control Algorithm for Scalable Design of Self-regulating Production Control Systems,” IIE Transactions, Volume 41, Issue 2, pp. 120 - 133.
• Shaikh*, N. I. and Prabhu, V. V. (2009) "Monitoring and prioritizing alerts for exception analytics," International Journal of Production Research, Volume 47, Issue 10 January 2009, pp. 2785 – 2804.
• Wang*, L. and Prabhu, V. V. (2009). “A stochastic perturbation algorithm for inventory optimization in supply chains,” International Journal of Information Systems and Supply Chain Management (IJISSCM), Vol. 2, No. 3, pp. 1-18.
• Baek*, S. and Prabhu, V. V. (2008). “An algorithm for solving multiobjective problem with multiple Decision Makers,” International Journal of Information and Decision Sciences, Vol. 1, No.2, pp. 178 – 193.
• Pandey*, A., Masin*, M., and Prabhu, V.V. (2007), “Adaptive logistic controller for distributed supply chains,” Journal of Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 26, pp. 108-115
• Wang*, L. and Prabhu, V. V. (2006). “Parallel Algorithm for Setting WIP Levels for Multi-product CONWIP Systems,” International Journal of Production Research, Vol. 44, No. 21, pp. 4681-4693.
• Hong*, J., and Prabhu, V. V. (2004). “Distributed Reinforcement Learning Control for Batch Sequencing and Sizing in Just-In-Time Manufacturing Systems,” Applied Intelligence, Vol. 20, No.1, pp. 71-87.
• Hong*, J., and Prabhu, V. V. (2003). “Modeling and Performance of Distributed Algorithm for Scheduling Dissimilar Machines with Setup,” International Journal of Production Research, Vol. 41, No. 18, pp. 4357-4382.
• Prabhu, V. V. (2003). “Stability and Fault Adaptation in Distributed Control of Heterarchical Manufacturing Job Shops,” IEEE Transactions on Robotics and Automation, Vol. 19, No. 1, pp. 142-147.
• Cho*, S., and Prabhu, V. V. (2002). “A Vector Space Model for Variance Reduction in Single Machine Scheduling,” IIE Transactions, Vol. 34, No. 11, pp. 933–952.
• Duffie, N. A., Prabhu, V. V., and Kaltjob, P. O. (2002). “A Closed-Loop Approach To Real-Time Distributed Scheduling of Heterarchical Manufacturing Systems,” Journal of Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 21, No. 6, pp. 409-418.
• Cho*, S., and Prabhu, V. V. (2002). “Sliding Mode Dynamics in Continuous Feedback Control for Distributed Discrete-Event Scheduling,” Automatica, Vol. 38, No. 9, pp.1499-1515.
• Hong*, J., Prabhu, V. V., and Wysk, R. A. (2001). “Real-Time Batch Sequencing using Arrival Time Control Algorithm,” International Journal of Production Research, Vol. 39, No. 17, pp. 3863-3880.
• Prabhu, V.V. (2000). “Performance of Real-Time Distributed Arrival Time Control in Heterarchical Manufacturing Systems,” IIE Transactions, Vol. 32, pp. 323-331.
• Prabhu, V.V., and Duffie, N. A. (1999). “Nonlinear Dynamics in Distributed Arrival Time Control of Heterarchical Manufacturing Systems,” IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology, Vol. 7, No. 6, pp. 724-730.
• Prabhu, V.V., and Duffie, N. A. (1996). “Modeling and Analysis of Heterarchical Manufacturing Systems Using Discontinuous Differential Equations,” Annals of the CIRP, Vol. 45, No. 1, pp. 445-448.
• Duffie, N. A. and Prabhu, V. V. (1996). “Heterarchical Control of Highly Distributed Manufacturing Systems,” International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Vol. 9, No. 4, pp. 270-281.
• Prabhu, V. V., and Duffie, N. A. (1995). “Modeling and Analysis of Non-Linear Dynamics in Autonomous Heterarchical Manufacturing Systems Control,” Annals of the CIRP, Vol. 44, No. 1, pp. 425-428.
• Duffie, N. A., and Prabhu, V. V. (1994). “Real-Time Distributed Scheduling of Heterarchical Manufacturing Systems,” Journal of Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 13, No. 2, pp. 94-107.

Modeling and Control of Physical Processes

• Baek*, S. and Prabhu, V. V. (2009). “Simulation model for EB-PVD coating microstructure using the level set method,” Journal of Manufacturing Processes, Vol. 11, No. 1, pp. 1-7.
• Baek*, S. and Prabhu, V. V. (2009), “Computational model for substrate motion in EB-PVD process,” Materials and Manufacturing Processes, Vol. 24, No. 12, pp. 1-6
• Baek*, S. and Prabhu, V. V. (2007) “Finite element model for unified EB-PVD machine dynamics,” Surface Engineering, Vol. 23, No. 6, pp. 453-463.
• Cho*, S. and V.V. Prabhu (2007), “Distributed adaptive control of production scheduling and machine capacity,” Journal of Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 26, pp. 65-74.
• Fuke*, I., Prabhu, V. V., and Baek*, S. (2005). “Computational Models for Predicting Coating Thickness in Electron Beam Physical Vapor Deposition,” Journal of Manufacturing Processes, Vol.7, No.2, pp. 140-152.
• Cho*, S., Lewis, S., Prabhu, V. V., and Fuke*, I. V. (2005). “Intelligent Automation of Electron Beam – Physical Vapor Deposition (EB-PVD),” Surface Engineering, Vol. 21, No. 1, pp. 17-26.
• Prabhu, V. V., Cho*, S., Fuke*, I. V., and Singh, J. (2005). “Rapid Manufacturing of Rhenium Components Using EB-PVD,” Rapid Prototyping Journal, Vol. 11, No. 2, pp. 66-73.
• Cho*, S., Fuke*, I., and Prabhu, V. V. (2005). “Motion Planning for Coating Process Optimization in Electron Beam Physical Vapor Deposition,” Surface Engineering, Vol. 21, No. 4, pp. 279-289.
• Shaikh*, N.I., and Prabhu, V.V., (2007). “Model predictive controller for cryogenic tunnel freezers”, Journal of Food Engineering, Vol. 80, No. 2, pp. 711-718.
• Shaikh*, N.I., and Prabhu, V.V., (2007). “Mathematical modeling and simulation of cryogenic tunnel freezers”, Journal of Food Engineering, Vol. 80, No. 2, pp. 701-710.
• Shaikh*, N. I., and Prabhu, V. V. (2005). “Vision System for Model Based Control of Cryogenic Tunnel Freezers”, Computers in Industry. Vol. 56, Issue 8-9, pp. 777-786.
• Ramakrishnan, S., Wysk, R. A., Prabhu, V. V. (2004). "Prediction of Process Parameters for Intelligent Control of Tunnel Freezers using Simulation Models", Journal of Food Engineering, Vol. 65, No. 1, pp. 23-31.
• Moreno, M. J., Wysk, R. A., Hong*, J., and Prabhu, V. V. (2001). “A Hybrid Shop Floor Control System for Food Manufacturing,” IIE Transactions, Vol. 33, No. 3, pp. 193-202.
• Koomsap*, P., Shaikh*, N. I., and Prabhu, V. V. (2005). “Integrated Process Control and Condition Based Maintenance Scheduler for Distributed Manufacturing Control Systems,” International Journal of Production Research, Volume 43, No. 8, pp.1625-1641.
• Koomsap*, P., Prabhu, V. V., Shaikh*, N. I., Schriempf, J. T., and McDermott, J. H. (2003). “Condition Monitoring and Lifetime Estimation of a CO2 Laser,” Journal of Laser Applications Vol. 13, No. 4, pp. 285-293.
• Koomsap*, P., Prabhu, V. V., Schriempf, J. T., and Reutzel, E. W. (2001). “Simulation-Based Design of Laser-Based Free Forming Process Control,” Journal of Laser Applications, Vol. 13, No. 2, pp. 47-59.
• Gougar, H. D., Cho*, S., and Prabhu, V. V. (2002). “High Performance Loading Robot Design for a Tool Deliver System,” International Journal of Production Research, Vol. 40, No.14.
• Duffie, N. A. and Prabhu, V. V. (1995). “Distributed System-Level Vehicle Control for a High Performance Material Transfer System,” IEEE Transactions on Control Systems Technology, Vol. 3, No. 2, pp. 212-217.

Distributed Computing and Information Systems

• Cheng*, C.Y., Barton, D., and Prabhu, V.V. (2010). “The servicisation of the cutting tool supply chain,” International Journal of Production Research, Vol. 48, No. 1, pages 1 - 19
• Jeong, B. H., Cheng*, C.Y., and Prabhu, V. V. (2009). “Modeling and Analysis of Surgery Patient Identification Using RFID,” International Journal of Information Systems in the Service Sector (IJISSS), Vol. 1, No. 4, Oct-Dec 2009, pp. 1-15.
• Salaka*, V. and. Prabhu, V.V., (2008). “Project management and scheduling for enterprise integration,” International Journal of Project Organisation and Management, Volume 1, Number 2, pp. 167-184 (18)
• Salaka*, V., Cheng*, C. Y., and. Prabhu, V.V., (2007). “Rollout Plan for Training and Education in Enterprise Information Systems,” International Journal of Enterprise Information Systems, Vol. 3, No. 4, pp. 22-32
• Raja*, J. K. and Prabhu, V.V., (2007). “An Integrated Software System for Enterprise Performance Management," International Journal of Management and Decision Making, Vol. 8, No. 1, pp. 89 - 113.
• Sharma*, A., and Prabhu, V. V. (2005). “Queuing Models for Computing and Communication Performance in Distributed Manufacturing Control Systems,” International Journal of Modelling and Simulation, Vol. 25, No. 4, pp. 234-252.
• Sharma*, A., and Prabhu, V. V. (2005). “Computing and Communication Quality of Service for Distributed Time-scaled Simulation in Heterarchical Manufacturing Control,” International Journal of Modelling and Simulation, Vol. 25, No. 4, pp. 225-233.
• Phukan*, A., Kalava*, M., and Prabhu, V.V. (2005). “Complexity Metrics for Manufacturing Control Architectures Based on Software and Information Flow,” Computers & Industrial Engineering, Vol. 49, pp.1-20
• Prabhu, V.V., Cho*, S., and Koomsap*, P. (1999). “High Performance Computing and Communication for Real-Time Feedback in Distributed Manufacturing Control Systems,” CIRP Journal of Manufacturing Systems, Vol. 29, No. 1, pp. 79-83.
• Koomsap*, P., and Prabhu, V. V. (1999). "Field Programming Gate Arrays for High Performance Manufacturing Automation," International Journal of Intelligent Control and Systems, Vol. 3, No. 4, pp. 701-723. 

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