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International Journal of Multicriteria Decision Making

International Journal of Multicriteria Decision Making (IJMCDM)

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  • A Hybrid MCDM Approach to Optimize Cutting Tool Selection for Machining Hard Tool Steel: An Analysis of Tungsten Carbide Cutting Tools   Order a copy of this article
    by Sunil Kumar, Ahijith Kumar P. V, Kiran Bharati, Golak Bihari Mahanta 
    Abstract: Selecting an optimal cutting tool for machining hard materials is challenging because of multiple conflicting performance criteria. This study proposes a hybrid multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) approach to identify the utmost appropriate cutting tool for machining hard tool steel. The approach integrates optimised criteria weighting with advanced ranking methods to evaluate alternate tools based on mechanical, tribological, surface integrity and thermal parameters. The results show that a carbide tool coated with an AlTiN/TiSiN thin film is the best-performing alternative, owing to its low friction coefficient (0.4), low surface roughness (Ra = 0.13 m), high oxidation resistance (up to 1,000
    Keywords: Machining; Cutting tool; AlTiN/TiSiN thin film; Optimization; Multi-criteria decision-making.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJMCDM.2026.10080652
     
  • A Generalized Fuzzy Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution for Socially Responsible Investment portfolios selection   Order a copy of this article
    by Mohamed Reda Jaouane, E.L. Karkri Jaafar 
    Abstract: Environmental, social and governance considerations have become important for investors seeking to integrate ethical and sustainability dimensions into their portfolios evaluation. However, assessing such portfolios remains challenging as it requires simultaneously handling quantitative financial indicators and qualitative sustainability judgments. This study proposes a generalized version of the fuzzy Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution that provides a more flexible and behavior-sensitive evaluation framework. The method introduces a parametric function that adjusts the influence of closeness to the positive ideal solution and remoteness from the negative one, allowing rankings to reflect different investor profiles. The approach is applied to companies listed on the Moroccan stock market. The results show distinct rankings whereas the classical technique yields a single ranking. These findings demonstrate that the method offers improved discrimination between alternatives and better alignment with behavioral orientations. The study concludes that it enhances the realism and interpretability of evaluations.
    Keywords: SRI portfolios; fuzzy logic; g-TOPSIS; relative closeness coefficient.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJMCDM.2026.10080825
     

 

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