A physical system theory framework for modelling manufacturing systems
- 1 June 1990
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in International Journal of Production Research
- Vol. 28 (6) , 1067-1082
- https://doi.org/10.1080/00207549008942776
Abstract
A physical system theory framework for modelling manufacturing systems is given in this paper. The approach provides a simple management planning tool to analyse multi-stage manufacturing systems. A spur gear manufacturing example is included to illustrate the application of the models developed. The sensitivity analysis is carried out to identify the critical machines/operations from the cost point of view.Keywords
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