Similarity coefficient algorithms for solving the group technology problem

This paper discusses two formulations of the group technology (GT) problem. The first one involves basic and alternative process plans without bottleneck parts. The second formulation considers basic process plans and bottleneck parts or bottleneck machines. The algorithms developed in the paper are illustrated with numerical examples. Computational results are also provided. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]; Copyright of International Journal of Production Research is the property of Taylor & Francis Ltd and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)