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    Optimizing modular machining line design problem with mixed activation mode of machining units
    (2007) Belmokhtar, Sana; Dolgui, Alexandre; Delorme, Xavier; Ignatenko, Ivan
    A modular transfer line designing problem is investigated. The problem is to find the best subset of modules (machining units) from a given set and to assign them to different stations so that technological constraints and cycle upper limit are respected and the line cost is minimal. The investigated lines have a mixed activation mode for the machining units of each station, i. e. the units of each station are arranged into a series of stages such that each stage is composed of several units activated in parallel. A mixed integer program approach is proposed to model and solve the corresponding design problem. Improvements are suggested in order to reduce the model size and speed up the computations.