Abstract
This paper considers a multi-objective machine cell problem, in which part types have several alternative part routings and the expected annual demand of each part type is known. This problem is characterised as optimally determining part type (routing) sets and corresponding machine cells such that total inter-cell part movements and total machine workload imbalances are simultaneously minimised. Due to the complexity of the problem, a two-stage heuristic algorithm is proposed, and computational experiments were conducted to verify the performance of the algorithm.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 268-275 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology |
Volume | 26 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2005 Jul |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Alternative part routings
- Inter-cell part movements
- Machine cell formation problem
- Machine workload imbalances
- Multi-objective function
- Two-stage heuristic algorithm
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Control and Systems Engineering
- Software
- Mechanical Engineering
- Computer Science Applications
- Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering