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In this paper we develop a Load Balancing scheme for networks based on the MPLS framework. The proposed algorithm (DYLBA - Dynamic Load Balancing Algorithm) implements a local search technique where the basic move is the modification of the route for a single Label Switched Path. Experiments under a dynamic traffic scenario show a reduced rejection probability especially with long-lived connection requests, thus providing a better use of resources when compared to existing constraint-based routing schemes for traffic engineering in MPLS networks.

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2nd International Conference on Information Technology and Quantitative Management (ITQM) -- JUN 03-05, 2014 -- Natl Res Univ, Higher Sch Econ, Moscow, RUSSIA WOS: 000360713800002 In this study, we adopt the classic capacitated p-median location model for the solution of a network design problem, in the domain of electric charge station network design, for a leading company in Turkey. Our model encompasses the location preferences of the company managers as preference scores incorporated into the objective function. Our model also incorporates the capacity concerns of the managers through constraints on maximum number of districts and maximum population that can be served from a location. The model optimally selects the new station locations and the visualization of model results provides additional insights. (C) 2014 Published by Elsevier B.V. Int Acad Informat Technol & Quantitat Management, Yandex LLC, Chinese Acad Sci, Res Ctr Fictitious Econ & Data Sci, Univ Nebraska Omaha, Global Act Inc, CurrexSole