Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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247489 | Automation in Construction | 2008 | 8 Pages |
Selecting an appropriate bridge construction method is essential for the success of bridge construction projects. The Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) method has been widely used for solving multi-criteria decision-making problems. However, the conventional AHP method is incapable of handling the uncertainty and vagueness involving the mapping of one's preference to an exact number or ratio. This paper presents a fuzzy AHP model to overcome this problem. The proposed approach employs triangular and trapezoidal fuzzy numbers and the α-cut concept to deal with the imprecision inherent to the process of subjective judgment. A case study that evaluates bridge construction methods is presented to illustrate the use of the model and to demonstrate the capability of the model.