Integrated process design, planning, and stochastic-system optimization
by Elsafadi, Osama Ahmed, D.E., SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY, 2009, 196 pages; 3366146

Abstract:

An integrated process design, planning, and stochastic-system-optimization model is developed to address dynamic process, planning, and quality requirements based on customer needs while focusing on reducing cost or increasing profit. The model optimizes the process steps to achieve the output goals while maximizing profit in the presence of engineering, business, and quality constraints or requirements. A case study from semiconductor manufacturing illustrates the value of this new approach, where process decisions take into account various work-in-process quality grades and uncertain yield rates for a new product.

 
AdviserRichard S. Barr
SchoolSOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY
SourceDAI/B 70-07, p. , Aug 2009
Source TypeDissertation
SubjectsEngineering; System science
Publication Number3366146
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