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A visual programming system for defining behavior in simulation models of manufacturing systems
(Baltzer Science Publishers, Baarn/Kluwer Academic Publishers; J.C. Baltzer AG, Science Publishers ; Springer Science+Business Media, 1994-12)
A visual programming system is described that allows the modeler full flexibility in defining the behavior of a manufacturing system simulation model. Decision-making behavior of objects in the simulation can be viewed by ...
Cyclic scheduling to minimize inventory in a batch flow line
(Elsevier, 1994-06-09)
This paper addresses the problem of determining a cyclic schedule for batch production on a flow line. We assume a constant supply of raw materials and a constant demand for all finished goods. Material that has completed ...
2 optimal control for sampled-data systems
(Elsevier, 1991-12)
This paper considers an 2 optimal control problem for sampled-data systems. After defining a new 2 norm for sampled-data systems, we give a state space solution to the optimal controller synthesis problem. We show that the ...
An investigation of the maximum experimental safe gap anomaly
(Elsevier, 1979)
The "safe gap" is defined as the maximum gap between two close-fitting, flat, machined metal surfaces that will just prevent an explosion within a vessel from producing a propagating combustion wave in the gases that ...
Profit-based FMS dynamic part type selection over time for mid-term production planning
(Elsevier, 1992-11-25)
The dynamic part type selection problem for mid-term scheduling to maximize profit over time in a general flexible manufacturing system is considered. Some mathematical programming models are developed to address this ...
Competition and Optimization in Electricity Systems
(2014)
Electricity prices are characterized by high volatility and severe price spikes. At the root of these phenomena is the strategic behavior of market participants. A good understanding of the market competition is key to ...
A robust design in hardfacing using a plasma transfer arc
(Springer-Verlag, 2006-02)
This paper presents the use of the Taguchi-regression method in developing the optimal plasma transferred arc welding (PTAW) process for obtaining high hardfacing quality characteristics. An “optimal” process means that ...
A comprehensive error compensation system for correcting geometric, thermal, and cutting force-induced errors
(Springer-Verlag; Springer-Verlag London Limited, 1997-10)
A comprehensive error compensation system has been developed to correct geometric, thermal, and cutting force-induced errors on a turning centre. The basic approach to error compensation is proposed in this paper. The ...
Modeling and analysis of multi‐stage transfer lines with unreliable machines and finite buffers
(Kluwer Academic Publishers; Springer Science+Business Media, 2000-01)
This paper models and analyzes multi‐stage transfer lines with unreliable machines and finite buffers. The machines have exponential operation, failure, and repair processes. First, a mixed vector–scalar Markov process ...