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Anomaly detection in semiconductor manufacturing through time series forecasting using neural networks
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
Semiconductor manufacturing provides unique challenges to the anomaly detection problem. With multiple recipes and multivariate data, it is difficult for engineers to reliably detect anomalies in the manufacturing process. ...
Development and implementation of an inventory location optimization algorithm for improved distribution center picking rates
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
A strategic roadmap was developed for Waters Corporation detailing four central themes and twelve project proposals to direct future projects and innovations at the company over the next 3-10 years. Specific attention was ...
Cost analysis and comparison of tray container style storage and stackable tote style storage
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
With the emerging interest in automated distribution centers, shelves operated by mobile robots are also rising in importance. This paper focuses on comparing the cost of two potential shelf designs for storing product in ...
Operational analysis of an inventory location optimization algorithm and RFID implementation in a distribution center
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
This thesis presents a strategic roadmap laid out for Waters Corporation, an analytical laboratory instrument company, and explores various avenues for digitalization, automation, optimization and standardization throughout ...
Design and implementation of an RFID-based dock door system at a distribution center
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), for long, has shown potential to replace the current asset identification technologies like barcode readers in the warehouse. However, while the capital costs of implementing RFID ...
Applications of reference cycle building and K-shape clustering for anomaly detection in the semiconductor manufacturing process
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
Early and accurate anomaly detection plays a key role in reducing costs and improving benefits, especially for complicated and time-consuming manufacturing such as semiconductor production. A case study of detecting anomalies ...
Design for scalability in a start-up environment
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
Rising labor costs and increasing demand for restaurant food has led to a shortage of restaurant workers. Restaurant owners are having difficulty finding staff while maintaining profit margins. Miso Robotics, based in ...
New product forecasting of appliance and consumables : bass model
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
Drinkworks is a joint venture between Anheuser-Busch and Keurig Green Mountain Inc. that has been formed to develop and launch a one-of-a-kind in-home alcohol drink system. One of the major challenges faced by Drinkworks ...
Mass production readiness of a hardware start-up : assessing and improving product designs for manufacturing and assembly
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
The US food and restaurant industry is witnessing a step change due to recent advancements in smart automation. Increasing labor costs, rising living costs and shortage of skilled labor is forcing restaurateurs to look for ...
New product forecasting of appliance and consumables : SARIMA model
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2018)
Drinkworks is a joint venture between Anheuser-Busch InBev and Keurig Green Mountain, with a focus on developing an in-home alcohol system that can prepare different alcoholic beverages. The goal of this project is to ...