Digital Conversion on the Way to Industry 4.0 - Selected Papers from ISPR2020, September 24-26, 2020 Online - Turkey

Foreword

Preface

Key Technology Roadmap In Production of Future – Industry 4.0

Organization

Editors

Co-editors

Honorary Chairs

Symposium Chairs

International Honorary Committee

Organizing Committee

This book is prepared for publishing by

Scientific Committee

Reviewers

Contents

Big Data and Analytics

A Hybrid Recommender System: Uniqueness of Choices by Using Machine Learning Technique

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Statement of the Problem

2.1 Definitions

2.1.1 Vocabulary

2.1.2 Concepts

3 Proposed Recommender System Algorithm

4 Results and Discussions

5 Conclusions

References

IoT Based Real-World Emission Analysis of Motorcycles

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 IOT Connection of the Emission Measuring Device

3 Experimental Setup

4 Result of the Emission Monitoring

5 Conclusion

Acknowledgement

References

Decision Making

Using Best Worst Method for Location Selection of Piezoelectric Tiles

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Best Worst Method as a Novel Multi-Criteriia Decision Making

3 The Proposed Methodology

3.1 Determination of the Criteria Set

3.2 Computation of Weights and Application Results

4 Conclusions

References

Facility and Capacity Management

Site Selection for a Training Centre Focused on Industry 4.0 by Using DEMATEL and COPRAS

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Brief Description About the Digital Transformation Training and Practice Center

3 Site Selection for the Digital Transformation Training and Practice Center

3.1 DEMATEL as the Decision-Making Technique and Determining the Criteria to Be Used in Site Selection

3.2 COPRAS as the Decision-Making Technique and Evaluation of Site Selection Alternatives

4 Conclusion

Acknowledgement

References

Fuzzy Logic

Facility Location for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Base Stations to Provide Uninterrupted Mobile Communication After Earthquakes

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Weber Problem

3 Methodology

3.1 Determination of Distance in Probabilistic Methods

3.2 Determination of Demand in Probabilistic Methods

3.3 Fuzzy C-Means

3.4 Fuzzy C-Means – Center of Gravity (FCM– COG)

4 Case Study

5 Results

6 Conclusion

References

Healthcare Systems and Management

A Guide Application in Case of Emergency Health: A Case of Turkey

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

2.1 World Healthcare System

2.2 Canadian Healthcare System

2.3 Turkish Healthcare System

3 Methodology

3.1 Turkey’s Mobile Health Application

3.2 Needs Analysis

3.3 Survey Questions and Analysis

4 Application Execution

4.1 Testing Process

5 Conclusion

References

Parametric Design and Modeling of 3D Printed Prosthetic Finger

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Design of the Model

2.1 Mechanical Design

2.2 Parametric Design

2.3 Assembling Mechanism

3 Analysis and Results

4 Conclusion

References

Industrial Applications

Conceptual Design and Fluid Structure Interaction Analysis of a Solar Powered High-Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS) UAV Wing Model

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Competitive Study

3 Wing Loading Estimation

4 Airfoil and Wing Geometry Selection

4.1 Airfoil Selection

4.2 Wing Geometry

5 Fluid Structure Interaction Analysis

5.1 Wing Model

5.2 Simulation and Analysis of the Wing Flow Field

5.3 Structural Analysis

6 Conclusions

Acknowledgment

References

Design and Development of Drum Granulator

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Material and Method

2.1 Material

2.2 Method

2.3 Testing of the Drum Granulator

3 Results and Discussion

3.1 Design Process Results

3.2 Analysis Process Results

4 Conclusion

References

Forecasting Electricity Generation and Shares by Energy Resources by Time Series Analysis: A Case-Study of Turkey

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Methodology and Modelling

4 Conclusion

References

Fused Filament Fabrication of Ceramic Components for Home Use

Abstract

1 Introduction

1.1 Objective and Research Question

1.2 Relevance of the Question

1.3 Methods

2 Fused Filament Fabrication

2.1 Process

2.2 Extrusion Methods

2.3 Ceramics

2.4 Binder

2.5 Debinding

2.6 Sintering

2.7 Parameters

2.8 Known Problem Areas in the Process

3 Market Situation

3.1 Filaments

3.2 Industrial Providers

4 Experimental

4.1 Print

4.2 Debinding

4.3 Sintering

4.4 Results

5 Discussion

6 Conclusions

References

Fused Filament Fabrication of Metallic Components for Semi-professional and Home Use

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Methods

3 Theory

4 Empirical Market Research

5 Experimental

6 Discussion

References

Increasing of Stud Welding Efficiency in the Body Shop

Abstract

1 Description of the Used Stud Welding Technologies

1.1 Arc Welding of Bolts with Stroke

1.2 Point-Contact Welding of Studs

1.3 Welding of Studs in a Magnetic Field

2 Automation and Robotization of the Process

3 Solution of a Part of the Welding Line Using the Process Simulate Software

3.1 Description of the Welding Line

3.2 Dynamic Simulation

3.3 Setting the Kinematics of the Line Parts

3.4 Solution Simulation

3.5 Design of Welding Line Optimization

4 Conclusions

Acknowledgment

References

Measurements of a Finished Garment Using 3D Laser Image Processing

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Related Works

3 Measurement Strategy

3.1 Key Aspects of Quality for the Customer (https://www.inspection-for-industry.com/finished-goods-inspection.html) (2020)

3.2 Surface Form

4 Edge Detection

4.1 Main Steps in Edge Detection

4.2 Image Smoothing

4.3 Edges and Boundaries

4.4 Image Segmentation Using Edge Detection

4.5 Using the Hough Transform

4.6 Segmentation Methods

5 Measurement of Jacket and Conclusion

5.1 Measurement by Using 3D Laser Scanner-Non-contact Blue Laser

5.2 Measurement Through Two-Dimensional Image

6 Conclusion

References

Porosity Measurement by X – Ray Computed Tomography: Different Porosity Analysis Application

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Experimental Investigation

3 Conclusions

Acknowledgment

References

Industrial Robotics in Production Systems and Industrial Engineering

Accuracy Improvement and Process Flow Adaption for Robot Machining

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Industrial Robots and CNC Machine Tools

3 Calibration and Offline Compensation

3.1 Calibration

3.2 Offline Compensation

4 Hardware and Software Adaption

4.1 Existing Station and Production Process

4.2 Enhancements for Automated Process Environment

5 Conclusions

References

Artificial Neural Networks Based Place Categorization

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Supervised Learning

3 Convolutional Neural Networks

4 Implemented Algorithms

4.1 Naïve Bayes Filter

4.2 Multinomial Logistic Regression

4.3 Support Vector Machines

5 Results and Discussion

6 Conclusion

References

Logic Control of an Industrial Automation Cell with ROS as Part of SMEs and Industry 4.0 Interconnection

Abstract

1 Introduction

1.1 State of the Art

1.2 Related Work

1.3 Problem Definition

2 Open Source Process Logic

2.1 Basic Concepts

2.2 Robot Modeling

2.3 Motion Planning

3 Automation Cell

3.1 Components of Process Control

3.2 Robot Arm System

3.3 Model/Visualization/Control GUI

3.4 Software Controller/Simulation/Robot Controller

4 Conclusions

5 Next Steps

References

Robot Retrofitting by Using LinuxCNC Complemented with Arduino/RaspberryPI

Abstract

1 Introduction

1.1 The Industrial Automation Need, Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow

1.2 Yesterday, the Puma560 Milestone

1.3 The “Engelberger Robotics Award”

1.4 Today Industrie 4.0

1.5 Tomorrow, Automation Robotic Autonomation

2 LinuxCNC

2.1 LinuxCNC History and Strong Current Use

2.2 LinuxCNC Main Idea and Possibilities Foreseen in the Original Concept

2.3 Components

2.4 User Interface

2.5 Hardware Abstraction Layer

2.6 HAL Concepts (LinuxCNC, 2020)

2.7 HAL Tools

2.8 Examining the HAL

2.9 Loading Components

2.10 Robot Geometry: GENSERKINS

2.11 Planning Movement: MOTMOD

2.12 Controlling the Step Motors: STEPGEN

2.13 Bringing Signals to the Real World: HAL_PARPORT

2.14 Other Component, DDT

2.15 A Real World Controller

3 Arduino/Raspberry PI, (and Other Similar Hardware)

4 Modern Motors, Design and Control of Special Brushless Motors

5 Advantages of Quickly Switching from: The Real World to the Virtual World (Emulator)

6 Conclusions

7 Next Steps

References

Parameter Optimization for the 3D Print of Thermo-Plastic Pellets with an Industrial Robot

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Problem Description

3 Materials and Methods

4 Practical Realization

5 Print Results

6 Alternative Pellet Extruders

7 Design of New Pellet Extruder

8 Conclusion

References

Industry 4.0 Applications

A Comparative Sectoral Analysis of Industry 4.0 Readiness Levels of Turkish SMEs

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Methodology

3 Implementation and Results

4 Conclusions

Acknowledgment

References

A Decision Support Tool for Classification of Turkish SMEs’ Industry 4.0 Score Levels

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Methodology

2.1 Data Classification

2.2 Performance Evaluation

2.3 Estimation Methodologies

3 Implementation and Results

3.1 Data Description and Preprocessing

3.2 Hyperparameter Tuning

4 Results

4.1 Decision Support Tool

5 Conclusions

Acknowledgment

Appendix-I

Appendix-II

Appendix-III

Appendix-IV

Appendix-V

References

Adaptation of CNC Machine Tools in Educational Center That Matches the Concept of Industry 4.0

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Problem Analysis

3 Case Study

4 Conclusions

References

Digital Maturity Assessment Model for Smart Agriculture

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Smart Agriculture

3 Methodology

3.1 Determination of Criteria Set

3.2 Determination of Weights

3.3 Application

4 Conclusions

References

Do We Need Synchronization of the Human and Robotics to Make Industry 5.0 a Success Story?

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Background

2.1 Automation of Work

2.2 Collaborative Robots (Cobots)

2.3 Robocollaborators (Coboters)

3 Systems and Theories

3.1 Socio-Technical Methodology

3.2 A Design Method: Reinventing Jobs

3.3 Synchronising Cobots and Coboters

4 An Industrial Proposal

5 Conclusions

References

Evaluation of the Challenges of Companies in Industry 4.0 Transformation by GRA Method

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Challenges of Companies in Industry 4.0 Transformation

3 Methodology

4 Data Analysis

5 Conclusions

References

Industry 4.0 in Educational Process

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Industry Requirements

2.1 Requirements for the Area of Production Systems

2.2 Qualification and Skills for Industry

3 Implementation Phase

3.1 Education in Production Systems

3.2 Educational Concept

4 Conclusions

Acknowledgment

References

Industry 4.0 vs. Society 5.0

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Industry 4.0 and Society 5.0 Joint Parameters

2.1 Big Data

2.2 Artificial Intelligence

2.3 Internet of Things (IoT)

2.4 Cloud Computing

2.5 Human

3 Industry 4.0

4 Society 5.0

5 Industry 4.0 vs. Society 5.0

6 Conclusions and Related Work

References

Intelligent Design and Advanced Precision Metrology on the Geometrical Structure of Medical Needles Based on GPS and ISO Standards

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Methods and Theoretical Parts

2.1 Purpose of Using Glass Pre-fillable Syringe with Needle G27

2.2 Injection Application Technique of Needle G27 of Glass Pre-fillable Syringe

2.3 Functional Requirements and Specifications

2.4 Production Process and Geometrical Definition

2.5 Geometrical Product Specifications

2.6 Micro and Macro Geometrical Assessment Through Measurement Device

3 Results

4 Conclusion and Prospect

References

Social and Ethical Aspects of Automation

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Automation

2.1 Production 4.(5).0

2.2 Humans in Manufacturing Automation

3 Ethics

4 Social Aspects

4.1 Robocollaborators

4.2 Legal Questions

5 Summary and Outlook

References

Social Transformation - Industry 4.0

Abstract

1 Industry 4.0

2 The Door to Change

3 How Prepared Are We for Change?

3.1 Technological Knowledge Level

3.2 Technological Development

3.3 Digital Transformation Agility

4 Society 5.0

5 Project Management

6 The Effects of Change on Project Management

7 Conclusion and Evaluation

References

Strategic Model Proposal Related to IoT Applications in Disaster Management

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Disaster Management

3 IoT

4 Strategic Model Proposal to Disaster Management with IoT

5 Conclusions

References

Usage and Applications of the Swarm Robotics Concept at Industrial Level

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Swarm Robotics

3 Definition of the Problem

4 Related Works

5 Method

6 Application

7 Conclusion

Acknowledgments

References

Information Management

Design of a Database Management System for Movie Recommendation Related to the History of Industrial Engineering for Courses

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Using Movies as Educational Tools

3 Database Management and Suggestion Systems Developed for Movies

4 Method

4.1 A Database Management System that Associates Education Topics with Movies and Suggests a Course

4.2 The Database Is Created with the Determined Keywords and/or Terms

4.3 Associating Courses, Terms, and Films by Establishing a Database

4.4 Connecting Database and C#

4.5 Building the Application Structure

5 Application

5.1 SQLite

6 Conclusions

References

Process Mining Research in Management Science and Engineering Fields: The Period of 2010–2019

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Methodology

3.1 Aim of the Study and Research Questions

3.2 Bibliometric Study and Data Collection

4 Results

4.1 Main Findings of Descriptive Publication Results

4.2 Distribution of Articles by Years

4.3 Journal and Source Frequency and Productivity

4.4 Author’s Productivity

4.5 Organizations and Countries Productivity

4.6 Citation Results

5 Discussions and Conclusions

References

Lean Production

Waiting as Waste in Lean Production Processes

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Model Construction

2.1 Scheduling and Waiting

2.2 Effects of Reduction of Waiting Time

3 Discussion – Case Study

4 Summary and Conclusions

References

Logistics Management

A Critical Review of Quality Function Deployment (QFD) Tool Through Logistics Centre Development Projects

Abstract

1 Introduction

1.1 What Is the Aim of This Symposium Paper?

1.2 How Do We Describe a Logistics Centre?

1.3 What Is the Contribution of This Study in Regards with a Logistics Centre Development Project?

2 Review and Assessment Framework for QFD Processes

2.1 Data Gathering: Converting VoC into Input for QFD Processes

2.2 Relativeness and Connectivity Integrity of QFD Inputs

2.3 Priority Check and Ranking the QFD Inputs

2.4 Improving the QFD Processes

2.5 Interpretation of QFD Process Outputs

2.6 Maximizing the Benefits of QFD While Get Rid of the Means that Hinder the Ultimate Success

2.7 How We Have Applied the Phases of QFD Methodology in a Logistics Centre Development Project?

3 Conclusions

References

Two-Phase Fuzzy C-Means and Genetic Algorithm for Food Distribution

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Problem Definition

3 Proposed Algorithm

4 Results

5 Conclusion

References

Optimization

Modelling and Optimization of Dissimilar Welding Between 304L and HSLA-X70 Using Response Surface Methodology

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Design of Experiments

3 Results and Discussion

3.1 Statistical Analysis

3.2 Regression Equations

3.3 Effect of Welding Parameters on Surface Response Factors

4 Optimization of Welding Conditions

5 Conclusions

References

Proposing a Pre-emptive Resource Constrained Project Scheduling Problem (PRCPSP) Model to Optimize Manpower and Project Delivery Time (A Case Study)

Abstract

1 Introduction and Literature Review

2 Problem Definition

3 Numerical Results and Case Study

4 Conclusions and Further Research

References

Process Management

Improvements in Manufacturing Processes by Measurement and Evaluation Studies According to the Quality Management System Standard in Automotive Industry

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA)

3 Application of Quantitative MSA

4 Application of Qualitative MSA

5 Conclusions

References

Improving Business Processes of Human Resources Departments in Turkish Technic Inc.

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 L?terature Rev?ew

3 Methodology

3.1 Constraints

3.2 Analysis and Research

3.3 Main Design

4 Conclus?ons

References

Improving Manufacturing Process of Mobile Recorder

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Material and Method

2.1 Design of the Interior and Exterior Case

2.2 Steps for the Production of Conventional Mobile Recorder

2.3 Production of Planned Mobile Recorder

3 Results and Discussion

4 Conclusions

Acknowledgement

References

Manufacturing Process Development for Thin Film Filaments as a New Product

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Experimental Method

3 Results

4 Conclusion

References

Modelling of the High-Chromium Cast Iron Surface Roughness

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 The Experiment

3 Model Implementation and Discussion

4 Conclusion

Acknowledgment

References

Productivity and Performance Management

A System Dynamics Model for Long-Term Performance Monitoring of Projects Related to Oil Production in Iran

Abstract

1 Introduction and Literature Review

2 Problem

3 Model

3.1 Variables and Reference Trends

3.2 Stock-Flow Diagram

4 Model Validation

5 Result and Conclusion

References

An SME Examination on the Effect of Transition to Automation Systems on Production Performance

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Production Performance

3 Automation System

4 Implementation

4.1 Problems Experienced in Transition to Automation Systems

4.2 Effect of Automation System on Production Performance

5 Conclusion and Recommendations

Acknowledgements

References

Performance Evaluation in the Firms of Turkish Textile Sector

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Material and Method

4 Results and Discussion

5 Conclusion

References

Some Universities Performance Evaluation of Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Turkey with Multiple Criteria Decision Making Methods

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Research

3 Purpose of the Research

3.1 Methodology of the Study

3.2 Data Used in the Research

3.3 Evaluation of GYU Performance with Promethee GAIA Method

4 Conclusions and Suggestions

References

Turkey and Some EU Countries’ Economic Performance Analysis with Multi-criteria Decision Making Methods: Promethee GAIA Application

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Research

3 Methodology of the Research

3.1 Purpose of the Research

3.2 Data and Method

3.3 Evaluation of Economic Performance with PROMETHEE Method

3.4 Comparison of Economic Performance of Countries

4 Conclusion and Comments

References

Warehouse Planning for Maximum Area Efficiency in the White Goods Sector

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Application

4 Results

5 Future Studies and Suggestions

References

Quality Management

Geometric Tolerancing Analysis of Multi-material Components (MMCs) Obtained by Industrial X-Ray Computed Tomography

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Materials and Methods

4 Results and Discussions

5 Conclusions

Acknowledgements

References

Intelligent Test Automation for Improved Software Quality Assurance

Abstract

1 Introduction: Quality Assurance and Testing

2 Software Testing

3 Automation: Intelligent Testing

4 Current Challenges in Test Automation

5 QiTASC Test Automation: Smart Testing

5.1 Why intaQt Automation?

5.2 Combining QiTASC Products to Achieve High Levels of Automation

5.3 Complex and Multi-context Systems Can Easily Be Automated by intaQt

5.4 Further Automation Possibilities in the Agenda

6 Conclusion

References

The Role of Product Perceived Quality in Building Customer Behavioral Loyalty Across Retail Channels

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Theoretical Background on Customer Loyalty, Role of Product Quality and Other Factors

2.1 Customer Loyalty in Omnichannel Retail

2.2 Product Quality and Loyalty

3 Research Methodology

3.1 Research Framework and Questions

3.2 Research Method and Data

4 Results

4.1 Factors of Loyalty in Offline Channel

4.2 Factors of Loyalty in Online Channel

4.3 Summary of Results and Managerial Implications Concerning Product Quality Role in Building Behavioral Loyalty

5 Conclusions and Discussion

References

R&D and Technology Management

Innovation Efficiency in Automotive Industry: The Case of Turkey

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Methodology

3.1 CCR Model Results

3.2 BCC Model Results

4 Conclusions and Recommendations

References

Overview of Technology Commercialization Options in Romania

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Context and Methodology

3 Implementation of the Investigation Methodology and Main Results

4 Discussion of Outcomes and Implication

5 Conclusions

References

Risk Analysis and Management

Physical Asset Risk Management: A Case Study from an Asset-Intensive Organization

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Physical Asset Risk Management Process

3.1 Determination of Physical Assets’ Risks

3.2 Determination of Critical Physical Assets’ Risks

3.3 Select RTPs

4 Case Study

4.1 Determination of PP’s Physical Assets’ Risks

4.2 Determination of PP’s Critical Risks Related to Physical Assets

4.3 Select RTPs for PP’s Physical Assets

5 Conclusions

References

Risk Analysis Application for a Medical Device Manufacturer

Abstract

1 Introduction and Purpose

2 Basic Concepts

3 Risk Management Process

4 Risk Analysis Methods

5 A Case Study on Risk Management Process

6 Conclusion

References

Scheduling

Hybrid Flowshop Scheduling Problem at DrPaste

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 NP-Hardness of the Problem

3 Production Environment

4 Genetic Algorithm

5 Actual Size Problem Data

6 Small Size Problem

7 Parameter Tuning

8 Design of User Interface

9 Conclusion

References

Service System Management

Effect of Gamification Applications on Individual Performance: Air Transportation Application

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Gamification Background

3 Proposed Model and Results

4 Conclusions and Recommendations

References

Simulation and Modelling

A Brief General Industrial Virtual Reality Applications Overview Including a Simple Factory VR Simulation

Abstract

1 Introduction

1.1 Necessity of VR According to Industry 4.0

1.2 Digital Twinning for the Visualization Process

2 A Brief Literature Review for Applications of VR

2.1 Industrial VR Applications

2.2 VR Applications in Industrial Education

2.3 Other General VR Applications

3 Experimental Procedure and Results of VR Workshop Simulation

4 Conclusions

References

Investigation of the Efficiency of Vibration-Assisted Nano-Grinding with Molecular Dynamics

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Methodology

3 Results and Discussion

4 Conclusions

References

Supply Chain Management

A New Approach to Location Routing Problem: Capacitated Periodic Location Routing Problem with Inventory

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature

3 Problem Definition

4 Simulated Annealing for the CPRLPI

5 Discussion

6 Conclusion and Recommendations

Acknowledgment

References

Smart Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles

Abstract

1 Introduction

1.1 Mobility Needs and Trends

2 Microfactory Concept

2.1 Cleaner Energy Management

2.2 Sustainable Supply Chain Model for Microfactory Network

3 Conclusions

References

Capstone Projects

A Multi-sided and Multi-model Assembly Line Balancing Problem

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Problem Formulat?on

4 Computational Results and Decision Support System

4.1 Verification

4.2 Validation and Improvements

4.3 Sensitivity Analysis

4.4 Decision Support System

5 Conclusion

Acknowledgments

References

A Parallel Machine Scheduling Problem for a Plastic Injection Company

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Problem Definition

2.1 Current System Observations and Symptoms

2.2 Problem Definition

3 Literature Review

4 Problem Formulation

5 Solution Methodology

6 Decision Support System

7 Verification and Validation

8 Conclusions

Acknowledgment

References

A Single Machine Job Scheduling Problem with Sequence Dependent Setup Times

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Problem Definition and Literature Review

3 Problem Formulation

4 Heuristic Algorithms

4.1 ATCS Rule Based Heuristic Algorithm

4.2 EDD, WEDD, SPT and WSPT Rule based Heuristic Algorithms

5 Computational Experiments

5.1 Comparison of Algorithms with Respect to the Optimal Results

5.2 Comparison of Algorithms with Time-Limited CPLEX

6 Decision Support System

7 Conclusion and Future Work

References

An Implementation of Flexible Job Shop Scheduling Problem in a Metal Processing Company

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Problem Definition

2.1 Data Analysis

2.2 System Analysis

3 Literature Review

4 Solution Methodology

4.1 Mathematical Model

4.2 Heuristic Algorithm

5 Verification, Validation and Computational Results

5.1 Real Data

5.2 Hypothesis Testing

6 Conclusion

Acknowledgment

References

Analysis and Improvement of Employee Transportation System

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Problem Definition

2.1 Current System and Symptoms of the Problem

2.2 Problem Definition

3 Literature Review

4 Problem Formulation

5 Solution Methodology

6 Computational Results

7 Conclusions

References

Container Demand Forecasting Using Machine Learning Methods: A Real Case Study from Turkey

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Problem Definition

4 Methodology

4.1 Machine Learning

4.1.1 Artificial Neural Networks (ANN)

4.1.2 Decision Trees

4.1.3 Decision Forest/Random Forest (RF)

4.2 Linear Regression

4.3 Performance Metrics to Evaluate Forecasting Models

4.3.1 Mean Absolute Error (MAE)

4.3.2 Root Mean Square Error (RMSE)

4.3.3 Relative Absolute Error (RAE)

4.3.4 Relative Squared Error (RSE)

4.3.5 Coefficient of Determination (R2)

5 Results

6 Conclusion

Acknowledgment

References

Customer Order Scheduling in Hybrid Flow Shop Manufacturing System

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Problem Definition

3 Literature Review

4 Modeling and Solution Methodology

4.1 Limitations and Assumptions

4.2 Mathematical Model

4.3 Genetic Algorithm

5 Verification and Validation

6 Decision Support System and Computational Results

6.1 Decision Support System (DSS)

6.2 Computational Results

7 Conclusions and Future Work

Acknowledgements

References

Development of Hydraulic Drive Railway Bearings Installation System

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Material and Method

2.1 Material of Pipe of Hydraulic Cylinder and Mounting-Dismounting Fixtures

3 Method

4 Results and Discussion

4.1 Design of Hydraulic Drive Railway Bearings Installation System

4.2 Static Structural Analysis

4.3 Manufacturing

5 Conclusion

Acknowledgment

References

Improving the Operations in a Logistics Company: A Case Study in Turkey

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 QFD Methodology

4 Implementation of the Study

5 Discussions and Conclusion

References

Improving the Throughput of Pipe and Tube Production: A Case Study

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Problem Formulation

4 Solution Methodology

5 Computational Results

5.1 WIP Study

5.2 Layout Optimization

6 Conclusion

Acknowledgment

References

Integrated Transportation and Packaging Problem Modeling and Application

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Problem Formulation

4 Heuristic Algorithm

5 Computational Results

6 Decision Support System

7 Conclusion and Future Work

Acknowledgments

References

Lean Warehouse Application in a Meat Producer Company

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Observations and System

3 Problem Definition

4 Literature Review

4.1 Lean Management

4.2 Value Stream Mapping

5 Methodology

5.1 Proposed Methodology: ABC Analysis

5.2 Current State Map

5.3 Future State Map

6 Conclusion

References

Location Optimization of Receivers for IoT- Based Infrastructures

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Problem Formulation

3.1 Mathematical Modeling

4 Computational Results

5 Decision Support System

6 Conclusions

References

Makespan Minimization in Manufacturing Process of a Company

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Methodology and Modelling

4 Result of the Mathematical Modeling

5 Conclusion

References

Multi Model Multiple Line Balancing Problem Modeling and Real-Life Application

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Problem Definition

3 Literature Review

4 Solution Methodology

4.1 Assignment Algorithm

4.2 Mathematical Model

5 The Computational Results and Implementation

6 Decision Support System

7 Conclusion and Future Work

Acknowledgment

References

Quantitative Analysis of Stakeholder Perspective on the University-Industry-Government Collaboration in ?zmir, Turkey

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Methodology

4 Analysis and Findings

5 Conclusions

Acknowledgment

References

Parcel Delivery Service Quality Assessment

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Literature Review

3 Methodology

3.1 Description of the SERVQUAL Method

3.2 Description of the KANO Method

3.3 Survey Development

3.4 Participants

4 Findings

4.1 SERVQUAL Findings

4.2 Kano Findings

5 Conclusion

References

Production Scheduling at a Powder Coating Company

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Problem Formulation and Solution Methodology

2.1 Mathematical Model

2.2 Genetic Algorithm

2.3 Rule-Based Heuristic

2.4 Simulation Model

2.5 Validation and Verification

3 Conclusion

Acknowledgment

References

Ranking of Private Turkish Universities: Proposal of New Indicators

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Worldwide University Rankings

3 New Indicators Weights and the Methodology of UL Ranking

3.1 Indicators and Weights of UL Ranking

3.2 The methodology of UL Ranking

4 Results and Analysis

5 Conclusions

Acknowledgment

References

Author Index