The National Shipbuilding Research Program. 1989 Ship Production Symposium. Paper No. 10: Simulation of Shipyard Material Handling Operations
Abstract
The initial phase of a two part study to develop a simulation procedure for shipyard material handling operations is described. This phase involved investigation of software alternatives available for simulation, optimization, material handling and data base management. Additionally, material classifications, equipment choice figures of merit and a material handling equipment data base have been developed. The paper presents a discussion of the software investigation and presents choices and rationales to be used in the second phase. Additionally, the format and typical entries in the material handling data base will be presented. A detailed discussion of the final figure of merit equation developed and to be used is also included. Finally, the results of a feasibility study concerning the potential for successful simulation of the problem is presented.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA452569
Entities
People
- Richard L. Storch
Organizations
- University of Washington