Ioannis Minis

Bio: Ioannis Minis is an academic researcher from University of the Aegean. The author has contributed to research in topics: Fleet management & Production planning. The author has an hindex of 24, co-authored 93 publications receiving 1736 citations. Previous affiliations of Ioannis Minis include University of Maryland, Baltimore County & University of Maryland, College Park.

Minimizing logistics risk through real‐time vehicle routing and mobile technologies: Research to date and future trends

Abstract: Vehicle routing (VR) is critical in successful logistics execution The emergence of technologies and information systems allowing for seamless mobile and wireless connectivity between delivery vehicles and distribution facilities is paving the way for innovative approaches to real‐time VR and distribution management This paper investigates avenues for building upon recent trends in VR‐related research towards an integrated approach to real‐time distribution management A review of the advances to‐date in both fields, ie the relevant research in the VR problem and the advances in mobile technologies, forms the basis of this investigation Further to setting requirements, we propose a system architecture for urban distribution and real‐time event‐driven vehicle management

CLASS: Computerized LAyout Solutions using Simulated annealing

Abstract: A new method (Computerized LAyout Solutions using Simulated annealing —CLASS) that considers the inter-cell and intra-cell layout problems in a cellular manufacturing environment is presented. It a...

Manufacturing cell formation under random product demand

Abstract: The performance of cellular manufacturing systems is intrinsically sensitive to demand variations and machine breakdowns. A cell formation methodology that addresses, during the shop design stage, system robustness with respect to product demand variation is proposed. The system resources are aggregated into cells in a manner that minimizes the expected inter-cell material handling cost. The statistical characteristics of the independent demand and the capacity of the system resources are explicitly considered. In the first step of the proposed approach the expected value of the feasible production volumes, which respect resource capacities, are determined. Subsequently, the shop partition that results in near optimal inter-cell part traffic is found. The applicability of the proposed approach is illustrated through a comprehensive example.

The Design and Analysis of Experiments

Abstract: THE DESIGN AND ANALYSIS OF EXPERIMENTS. By Oscar Kempthorne. New York, John Wiley and Sons, Inc., 1952. 631 pp. $8.50. This book by a teacher of statistics (as well as a consultant for \"experimenters\") is a comprehensive study of the philosophical background for the statistical design of experiment. It is necessary to have some facility with algebraic notation and manipulation to be able to use the volume intelligently. The problems are presented from the theoretical point of view, without such practical examples as would be helpful for those not acquainted with mathematics. The mathematical justification for the techniques is given. As a somewhat advanced treatment of the design and analysis of experiments, this volume will be interesting and helpful for many who approach statistics theoretically as well as practically. With emphasis on the \"why,\" and with description given broadly, the author relates the subject matter to the general theory of statistics and to the general problem of experimental inference. MARGARET J. ROBERTSON

Manufacturing Automation: Metal Cutting Mechanics, Machine Tool Vibrations, and CNC Design

Abstract: Metal cutting is a widely used method of producing manufactured products. The technology of metal cutting has advanced considerably along with new materials, computers, and sensors. This new edition treats the scientific principles of metal cutting and their practical application to manufacturing problems. It begins with metal cutting mechanics, principles of vibration, and experimental modal analysis applied to solving shop floor problems. Notable is the in-depth coverage of chatter vibrations, a problem experienced daily by manufacturing engineers. The essential topics of programming, design, and automation of CNC (computer numerical control) machine tools, NC (numerical control) programming, and CAD/CAM technology are discussed. The text also covers the selection of drive actuators, feedback sensors, modeling and control of feed drives, the design of real time trajectory generation and interpolation algorithms, and CNC-oriented error analysis in detail. Each chapter includes examples drawn from industry, design projects, and homework problems. This book is ideal for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, as well as practicing engineers.