• From Waste to Value: A Practical Framework for Waste Identification and Mitigation Using Lean Management Principles 

      Barabadi, Abbas; Nouri, Ali (Chapter; Bokkapittel, 2023)
      In the complex and fast-changing marketing environment, there is a constant need to reduce costs and enhance the performance of production systems. The cost-cutting strategies need to consider the long-term effect on the company. For example, the layoff may reduce the cost in the short term, but in the long term, it may significantly affect employees' psychological safety and increase human error. ...
    • Integration of renewable energy and sustainable development with strategic planning in the mining industry 

      Barabadi, Abbas; Ataei, Mohammad; Pouresmaieli, Mahdi; Nouri, Ali (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-09-16)
      With an increase in the world population, the global demand for minerals is rising, increasing energy consumption. Due to the distance of mines from urban areas, the energy required for mining is highly dependent on fossil fuels. Using renewable energies is an effective solution to reducing this problem. This study examines the challenges and opportunities of integrating renewable energy into ...
    • Uncertainties in Managing Atmospheric Icing on Power Lines 

      VAHHABI, MOHSEN; Barabadi, Abbas; Barabady, Javad; Nouri, Ali (Chapter; Bokkapittel, 2023)
      Icing affects the infrastructure dramatically, especially in the cold region. Therefore, applying effective ice disaster management (IDM) to provide a systematic approach to dealing with atmospheric icing on power lines is essential. It includes preparedness, response, recovery, learning, risk assessment, and prevention. Integral to this management is the accurate prediction and modeling of icing, ...