Generalized One-Level Rotation Designs with Finite Rotation Groups Part I:Generatio of Designs

  • Published : 2000.03.01

Abstract

In this paper, we consider one-level rotation designs with finite rotation groups such that the design satisfies two basic requirements: all rotation groups are included in any given survey period, and overlapping rates depend only on the time lag. First we present the necessary number of rotation groups and a rule for the length of time the sample units are to be in or out of the sample to satisfy the requirements. Second, an algorithm is presented to put rotation groups to proper positions in a panel in order to include all finite rotation groups for any survey period. Third, we define an one-level rotation pattern which is invariant in the survey period and has useful properties in practical sense.

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