Multi Shuttle Automated Storage Retrieval Systems
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چکیده
Multi shuttle automated storage retrieval systems have been developed for use in factories and distribution centers since they are more e cient than single shuttle systems due to less empty travel This improved e ciency results in more agile support exible response less waiting time etc for the production system the storage retrieval system serves In this paper we develop analytical models to estimate the throughput in twin and triple shuttle systems An application of the models to an existing triple shuttle system is presented to illustrate the use of the models and also to illustrate the bene ts gained in terms of decreased waiting time when the existing system is modi ed to utilize a more e ective operating policy
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