An analysis of conveyor systems

Expert InsightsPublished 1964

An application of multichannel queueing theory to the analysis of conveyor systems with an ordered entry of items. The analysis assumes (1) that an item will seek serevice as the conveyor passes the service channels, and (2) that all channels are equally capable of processing items. Both mathematical simulation analyses are presented. The major conclusions are that many parameters considered do not have a significant effect on the steady-state probabilistic performance of the conveyor system and also that a constant arrival rate will improve overall system performance.

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  • Year: 1964
  • Pages: 79
  • Document Number: P-3016

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