Optimization of parameters of a hub aircraft ground handling system on the basis of a fuzzy-controller simulation model

The paper deals with the problem of determining the optimum amount of technological resources of a hub functional subsystem, performing ground handling of aircraft (AC) for purposes of a chosen process step. A simulation model is proposed to be used for the optimization. The simulation model takes into account the peculiarities of the hub work activity and includes a fuzzy controller (FC) that reflects the logic of the airport controller who manages the process of aircraft ground handling. A model example of the solution of an optimization problem is presented. The example indicates the possibility and feasibility of using a fuzzy controller to model a human operator’s strategy.