Journal: International Journal of Production Research

Found 2417 papers in total
Object oriented manufacturing resource modelling for adaptive process planning
1999,
Computer-aided process planning (CAPP) performs an important function, integrating...
Tactical models for hierarchical capacitated lot-sizing problems with set-ups and changovers
2000,
In this paper, we propose a modelling approach for the medium term planning of...
The effect of push and pull lot splitting approaches on lot traceability and material handling costs in stochastic flow shop environments
2000,
This study evaluates how the procedures followed in splitting job lots on the shop...
New p-median approach to cell formulation with alternative process plans
2000,
This paper considers the machine–part clustering under the assumption of...
An interactive tool for designing manufacturing cells for an assembly job-shop
2000,
Cellular manufacturing is often implemented to reduce work in progress, materials...
Algorithm based decision support system for the concerted selection of equipment in machining/assembly cells
2000,
Equipment selection plays a major role in the performance of machining/assembly cells....
Improving linear processing systems via flexibility
2000,
In this paper we tried to improve a given stochastic processing line which is...
The effect of breakdowns on U-shaped production lines
2000,
Consider a synchronized line performing assembly or fabrication tasks. Tasks are...
A genetic algorithm for manufacturing cell formation with multiple routes and multiple objectives
2000,
This paper presents a genetic algorithm (GA) approach to the machine-component...
Quantifying benefits of conversion to lean manufacturing with discrete event simulation: A case study
2000,
Simulation is used to assist in the decision to implement lean manufacturing...
Parts-mix analysis in recycling-oriented manufacturing systems for multiple-item production
2000,
One solution to environmental problems is to construct a recycling-oriented...
Large production line optimization using simulated annealing
2000,
We present a robust generalized queueing network algorithm as an evaluative procedure...
Strategic configuration of flexible electronics assembly facilities facing stochastic requirements
2000,
Flexible configuration of manufacturing facilities is a key strategy for efficiently...
A similarity coefficient measure and machine-parts grouping in cellular manufacturing systems
2000,
For more than three decades, similarity coefficient measures – one of the...
An adaptive production control system utilizing agent technology
2000,
Agents are intelligent software objects capable of reasoning about, and interacting...
Part family identification using a simple genetic algorithm
2000,
Past research in part family identification has focused mainly on the development of...
A conceptual framework for the generation of simulation models from process plans and resource configuration
2000,
Although simulation is a popular tool for modelling and analysing modern manufacturing...
Incorporating planned backorders in a family production context with shelf-life considerations
2000,
This paper considers the problem of determining the optimal production rate for each...
A hybrid approach for concurrent layout design of cells and their flow paths in a tree configuration
2000,
The layout design of multiple-cell automated manufacturing systems includes cell...
Fuzzy inference-based multiple criteria flexible manufacturing systems scheduling
1999,
This paper proposes a fuzzy inference-based scheduling decision for flexible...
Towards the integration of flexible manufacturing system scheduling
1999,
A substantial body of research into the problems of manufacturing scheduling has been...
Machine learning based adaptive production control for a multi-cell flexible manufacturing system operating in a random environment
2000,
An adaptive production control approach is used for controlling a multi-cell FMS with...
Operating an FMC by a decision-tree-based adaptive production control system
2000,
In previous works decision tree mechanisms were suggested for real-time production...
Stochastic coloured Petri net models of traditional and flexible kanban systems
1999,
Modelling and analysis of kanban-controlled (just-in-time) production systems under...
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