Solving the disassembly-to-order problem using linear physical programming

Elif Kongar and Surendra M. Gupta

International Journal of Mathematics in Operational Research, 2009, vol. 1, issue 4, 504-531

Abstract: This article focuses on a disassembly-to-order system for end-of-life (EOL) electronic products. The EOL system embodies a variety of cost and revenue functions, starting from the take-back step, till the disassembled items and recycled materials are sent to customers. Storage and proper disposal options are also included in the model with the appropriate financial measures. A thorough solution methodology, involving these functions in an environmentally conscious manner, is provided based on the linear physical programming algorithm. The algorithm embodies various environmental, managerial and financial targets, which may be either quantitative or qualitative. The introduction of intangible factors allows the model to obtain desirable levels of important targets viz., environmental damage and customer satisfaction. The model also fulfils the demand for items and materials without backorders.

Keywords: disassembly; DTO; disassembly-to-order systems; EOL; end-of-life products; LPP; linear physical programming; multiple criteria decision making; MCDM; recycling; reverse supply chains; supply chain management; SCM; electronic products; environmental damage; customer satisfaction; intangible factors; environmental manufacturing; green issues. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2009
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