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We present a new modeling approach for production networks, which can be used for both simulation and optimization. It makes use of only a few general assumptions, such that it is applicable to a variety of problems. We survey the underlying fundamentals, derive a basic model based on partial differential equations and show its relation to linear mixed-integer programming. The mixed-integer model allows for simulation and optimization of dynamic time dependent production processes, and can be solved using standard software. Computational results are presented along a realworld industrial case study.
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Fügenschuh, A., Göttlich, S., Herty, M. (2007). An Alternative Modeling Approach for an Integrated Simulation and Optimization of a Class of Production Networks. In: Günther, HO., Mattfeld, D.C., Suhl, L. (eds) Management logistischer Netzwerke. Physica-Verlag HD. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-7908-1921-2_3
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