Global Logistics

Content

Conveyor systems

  • Basics of conveyor systems
  • Key performance indicators
  • Split elements
  • Join elements

Queueing theory

  • Basics of queueing theory
  • Probability density functions and cumulative distribution functions
  • Models M|M|1 and M|G|1

Storage and commissioning

  • Automated storage and retrieval systems
  • Single and dual command cycles
  • Cycle times in single-deep storage systems
  • Cycle times in multi-deep storage systems

Application for production logistics 

  • Location problame
  • Distribution centers
  • Inventory management
Language of instructionEnglish
Bibliography

Arnold, D., & Furmans, K. (2019). Materialfluss in logistiksystemen (Vol. 7). Berlin, Heidelberg, New York: Springer.

Organisational issues

Attendance during lecture is required. Admission to the exam is only possible when attending the lecture.