A simulation approach to design of manufacture of automotive engines control units

Abstract

This paper deals with the use of computer simulation with the aim of design efficient production in manufacturing and production systems. In our case, the possibilities of such use are demonstrated on particular example from industrial practice. The purpose was to build up a model of the prepared manufacture system and, especially, to propose a solution designed to increase productivity and to find bottlenecks in the system. The Witness simulation environment was used for modeling and subsequent simulation. Simulation study of the manufacture of automotive engines control units is presented herein. This example relates to finding the most balanced solution of operator deployment within the manufacturing line field. On the basis of the predefined requirements of the user, several simulation experiments are suggested. Then, a description of the proposed simulation experiments and evaluation of achieved results is presented. © 2011 IEEE.