Modeling techniques for manufacturing conveyor systems using GPSS

Authors:
L. Wesley Rearick;Frank Gudan;James F. Novotnak
Affiliations:
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Venue:
WSC '81 Proceedings of the 13th conference on Winter simulation - Volume 2
Year:
1981

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Abstract

Computer simulation has long been recognized as a valuable tool for designing and analyzing manufacturing systems. In particular, the transaction flow basis of the GPSS (General Purpose Simulation System) simulation language is well suited for the part flow nature of many manufacturing processes. This paper will describe the simulation of a proposed crankshaft machining line using GPSS with emphasis on coding techniques for modeling various commonly found elements of manufacturing and material handling systems.