Instruments Transmitter Simulation Model.
Abstract
A simulation model of a transmitter production line was developed to ascertain how well the line could be expected to perform, where improvements could be made, and what the impact of specific management policies would be. The model showed that maintenance of batch integrity during repair cycles is superior to splitting off repair work. Usage of critical ratio for establishing processing priority was validated. The single shift could accommodate most of the production requirements at a production input level of 87 units per week. In terms of lead time improvement, it was determined that small increases in worker efficiency or increases in yield at specific locations did not have a significant impact on throughput. The largest reduction in throughput time was accomplished by the equalization of batch sizes, mostly at approximately 20-30 units each. Usage of very small (1-2 units) or very large (50 units) batch sizes was detrimental to throughput performance.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1985
- Accession Number
- ADA157994
Entities
People
- D. Nielsen
- P. Bansal
- S. Sherer
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology