Abstract
In this work, we propose a re-enactment simulation-based optimization method to determine the minimal total buffer capacity in an assembly line required to meet a target throughput. A distinguishing feature is the use of real-time event traces, in a fast fluid flow simulation model. Employing real-time event traces avoids the necessity to make restrictive modeling assumptions. The fluid simulation is combined with a multi start search algorithm. To demonstrate its effectiveness, the method is applied to a real-world use case in lead frame based semiconductor back-end manufacturing. This use case considers an assembly line consisting of six machines, for which the proposed method determines optimal buffer size configurations within several minutes of computational time.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | WSC 2018 - 2018 Winter Simulation Conference |
Subtitle of host publication | Simulation for a Noble Cause |
Editors | M. Rabe, A.A. Juan, N. Mustafee, A. Skoogh, S. Jain, B. Johansson |
Place of Publication | Piscataway |
Publisher | Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers |
Pages | 3432-3440 |
Number of pages | 9 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781538665725 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 31 Jan 2019 |
Event | 2018 Winter Simulation Conference, WSC 2018 - Gothenburg, Sweden Duration: 9 Dec 2018 → 12 Dec 2018 |
Conference
Conference | 2018 Winter Simulation Conference, WSC 2018 |
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Abbreviated title | WSC 2018 |
Country/Territory | Sweden |
City | Gothenburg |
Period | 9/12/18 → 12/12/18 |