The evolution of cell formation problem methodologies based on recent studies (1997-2008): Review and directions for future research

Grammatoula Papaioannou and John M. Wilson

European Journal of Operational Research, 2010, vol. 206, issue 3, 509-521

Abstract: This paper presents a literature review of the cell formation (CF) problem concentrating on formulations proposed in the last decade. It refers to a number of solution approaches that have been employed for CF such as mathematical programming, heuristic and metaheuristic methodologies and artificial intelligence strategies. A comparison and evaluation of all methodologies is attempted and some shortcomings are highlighted. Finally, suggestions for future research are proposed useful for CF researchers.

Keywords: Group; technology; Cellular; manufacturing; systems; Cell; formation; problem (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2010
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