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This paper presents the development of an optimization and a computer-simulation model to evaluate the process plans of a manufacturing center by analyzing the effect of tool failure on system performance. The GPSS/PC simulation program that is used in this study has been built with variables, functions and matrices so that many experiments could be conducted with the model. Sensitivity analysis is presented and the developed model has proven to be useful in determining optimum sequencing of parts for various operating policies.
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Abdou, G.H., Billatos, S.B. Simulation and optimization of tool-life in manufacturing centers. J Intell Robot Syst 2, 73–89 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00450557
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