Simulation modelling by classification of problems: A case of assembly lines

Zainal Rasyid Mahayuddin, Benny Tjahjono

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Abstract

This paper presents an application of cladistics, a technique used in the field of evolutionary biology, to classify problems in manufacturing systems (in this case assembly lines) and to use it as a basis to construct simulation model templates. The underlying principle behind this approach is that manufacturing systems evolve over time (e.g. from craft production to mass to lean etc) and therefore the problems associated with them also evolve. Cladistics groups the problems hierarchically in the form of tree structure called cladogram. The prototype model elements for simulation was developed based on the cladogram established. A secondary user interface was also developed to assist novice users by providing all the necessary information to speed up and facilitate the model building.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 2010 Operational Research Society Simulation Workshop, SW 2010
PublisherOperational Research Society
Pages38-48
Number of pages11
ISBN (Electronic)0903440466
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2010
Externally publishedYes
Event5th Operational Research Society Simulation Workshop, SW 2010 - Worcestershire, United Kingdom
Duration: 23 Mar 201024 Mar 2010

Workshop

Workshop5th Operational Research Society Simulation Workshop, SW 2010
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CityWorcestershire
Period23/03/1024/03/10

Keywords

  • Cladistics
  • Classification
  • Modelling
  • Simulation

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Science Applications
  • Computational Theory and Mathematics

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