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Towards Zero Defect Manufacturing in Multi-Stage Production Systems
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2023-06)
Implementation of quality improvement methods in multi-stage production systems is essential to manage and quickly eliminate manufacturing quality defects. Many companies tend to prioritize production speed rather than ...
Enhancing Manufacturing Performance to Plan with Predictive Analytics
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2023-06)
Modern manufacturing requires meticulous planning to coordinate tightly wound supply chain activities in the face of disruption. This is especially true for automotive companies, which produce complex products at high ...
Estimating and Optimizing Throughput in an Aluminum Rolling Mill Using Capacity Modeling and Optimization Techniques
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2023-06)
The aluminum industry has sustained continuous growth since 1975 and expects to continue this trend with the increased popularity of electric vehicles. With these forecasts in place and the current market conditions, ...
Optimizing Apparel Pack Sizes Across Retailer’s North America Network
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2023-06)
Athletic apparel companies outsource apparel manufacturing to many factories that pack in varied sizes and quantities. Packaging is a critical, early step in retailers’ supply chains. Pack quantities impact downstream ...
Digital business model development and validation for real-time monitoring solution for electrical power transformers
(Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2020)
Currently, the health of high-value power transformers is primarily evaluated by visual inspections, oil sample analysis conducted by a third-party lab, and measurements taken by a mechanic physically present at the ...