Simulation of low-volume mixed model assembly lines: Modeling aspects and case study

In this paper, we consider the modeling and simulation of low-volume mixed model assembly lines that can be found in the aerospace industry. Low-volume mixed model assembly processes are characterized by a large amount of tasks to be manually performed, buffer space constraints, specialized resource...

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Published inProceedings of the Winter Simulation Conference 2014 pp. 2101 - 2112
Main Authors Ziarnetzky, Timm, Monch, Lars, Biele, Alexander
Format Conference Proceeding
LanguageEnglish
Published IEEE 01.12.2014
Subjects
Aerospace industry
Aircraft
Aircraft manufacture
Assembly
Atmospheric modeling
Production
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Summary:In this paper, we consider the modeling and simulation of low-volume mixed model assembly lines that can be found in the aerospace industry. Low-volume mixed model assembly processes are characterized by a large amount of tasks to be manually performed, buffer space constraints, specialized resources like jigs and tools, and a large number of external suppliers. The main principles of modeling and simulating such manufacturing systems are discussed. Based on a domain analysis, the major building blocks of simulation models for low-volume mixed model assembly lines are derived. We exemplify their implementation using the commercial discrete-event simulation tool AutoSched AP. As an application of these building blocks, we analyze the cabin installation process in a final assembly line in aircraft production using discrete-event simulation.
ISSN:0891-7736
1558-4305
DOI:10.1109/WSC.2014.7020055