Design, simulation and performance of a highly-dynamic, hybrid pallet storage and retrieval system

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Abstract

In this contribution, we consider a new, highly-dynamic hybrid pallet storage and retrieval system comprising a stacker-crane-based automated storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) and an autonomous vehicle storage and retrieval system (AVS/RS). Firstly, we present the design and advantages of the considered system. We then propose control strategies for the connection and coordination of its components. Subsequently, we introduce how to model the whole system in a discrete event simulation. In conclusion, we demonstrate the great advantages in terms of throughput and capability to respond to short-term fluctuations in demand created by the use of intermediate buffering in the shuttle base of the new compact warehouse.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication19th International Conference on Modeling and Applied Simulation, MAS 2020
EditorsAgostino G. Bruzzone, Fabio De Felice, Marina Massei, Adriano Solis
PublisherDime University of Genoa
Pages68-75
Number of pages8
ISBN (Electronic)9788885741492
DOIs
StatePublished - 2020
Event19th International Conference on Modeling and Applied Simulation, MAS 2020 - Virtual, Online
Duration: 16 Sep 202018 Sep 2020

Publication series

Name19th International Conference on Modeling and Applied Simulation, MAS 2020

Conference

Conference19th International Conference on Modeling and Applied Simulation, MAS 2020
CityVirtual, Online
Period16/09/2018/09/20

Keywords

  • Discrete event simulation
  • Shuttle system
  • Stacker-crane-based warehouse

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