Optimization Processes in Automotive Logistic Flow

This paper presents a logistic flow of assembling automotive rear axles. The product is presented in detail starting from the detailed research and analysis of relevant documentation about its functionality, including the manufacturing logistic flow diagram and the required equipment for the product...

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Main Authors: Cicerone Laurentiu Popa, Floarea-Loredana Seileanu, Costel Emil Cotet, Florina Chiscop, Constantin-Adrian Popescu
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Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-11-01
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/21/10064
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Costel Emil Cotet
Florina Chiscop
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description This paper presents a logistic flow of assembling automotive rear axles. The product is presented in detail starting from the detailed research and analysis of relevant documentation about its functionality, including the manufacturing logistic flow diagram and the required equipment for the product manufacturing and assembly. This study is focused on optimizing the logistic flow for the manufacturing and assembly of automotive rear axles using WITNESS Horizon for system modeling and simulation in order to conduct system diagnostics, identify problems, and find solutions that will facilitate the optimization process. The study included a comprehensive assessment of the logistic flow, highlighting the performance of the equipment involved and identifying potential bottlenecks. Using the results obtained after the simulations, the Simplex linear mathematical method was applied to maximize production efficiency and profitability, considering the suppliers’ capacity constraints and the components’ delivery requirements. The results demonstrated a significantly optimized rear-axle production process, with increased profitability and improved productivity by eliminating identified bottlenecks. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities within the automotive industry and provides a solid foundation for continuously improving manufacturing and assembly processes.
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spelling doaj-art-6a5271d55e954e00b91b79f9b45f9c022024-11-08T14:34:18ZengMDPI AGApplied Sciences2076-34172024-11-0114211006410.3390/app142110064Optimization Processes in Automotive Logistic FlowCicerone Laurentiu Popa0Floarea-Loredana Seileanu1Costel Emil Cotet2Florina Chiscop3Constantin-Adrian Popescu4Robots and Production System Department, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Splaiul Independenței 313, 060041 Bucharest, RomaniaRobots and Production System Department, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Splaiul Independenței 313, 060041 Bucharest, RomaniaRobots and Production System Department, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Splaiul Independenței 313, 060041 Bucharest, RomaniaRobots and Production System Department, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Splaiul Independenței 313, 060041 Bucharest, RomaniaRobots and Production System Department, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Splaiul Independenței 313, 060041 Bucharest, RomaniaThis paper presents a logistic flow of assembling automotive rear axles. The product is presented in detail starting from the detailed research and analysis of relevant documentation about its functionality, including the manufacturing logistic flow diagram and the required equipment for the product manufacturing and assembly. This study is focused on optimizing the logistic flow for the manufacturing and assembly of automotive rear axles using WITNESS Horizon for system modeling and simulation in order to conduct system diagnostics, identify problems, and find solutions that will facilitate the optimization process. The study included a comprehensive assessment of the logistic flow, highlighting the performance of the equipment involved and identifying potential bottlenecks. Using the results obtained after the simulations, the Simplex linear mathematical method was applied to maximize production efficiency and profitability, considering the suppliers’ capacity constraints and the components’ delivery requirements. The results demonstrated a significantly optimized rear-axle production process, with increased profitability and improved productivity by eliminating identified bottlenecks. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities within the automotive industry and provides a solid foundation for continuously improving manufacturing and assembly processes.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/21/10064logistic flowmanufacturing and assemblyoptimizationrear axle of motor vehicle
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Floarea-Loredana Seileanu
Costel Emil Cotet
Florina Chiscop
Constantin-Adrian Popescu
Optimization Processes in Automotive Logistic Flow
Applied Sciences
logistic flow
manufacturing and assembly
optimization
rear axle of motor vehicle
title Optimization Processes in Automotive Logistic Flow
title_full Optimization Processes in Automotive Logistic Flow
title_fullStr Optimization Processes in Automotive Logistic Flow
title_full_unstemmed Optimization Processes in Automotive Logistic Flow
title_short Optimization Processes in Automotive Logistic Flow
title_sort optimization processes in automotive logistic flow
topic logistic flow
manufacturing and assembly
optimization
rear axle of motor vehicle
url https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/21/10064
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