Title :
Getting more from old techniques [discrete event simulation in manufacturing]
Author_Institution :
Manuf. Group, Warwick Univ., Coventry
fDate :
6/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Discrete event simulation (DES) is a well established modelling tool in the manufacturing environment. Like all such tools, it can be used inappropriately. The article describes its uses. It then suggests reasons for inaccuracies in its use; incorrect construction of the model, inappropriate manufacturing strategy, and unsuitable dispatching rules. Other problems are also discussed; these can be overcome by the use of artificial intelligence
Keywords :
discrete event simulation; dispatching; knowledge based systems; production control; DES; discrete event simulation; dispatching rules; manufacturing strategy; model construction;
Journal_Title :
Manufacturing Engineer
DOI :
10.1049/me:19990311
