Optimizing starts for capacity, velocity, and output during the ramp-up period of a semiconductor fab

Adar A. Kalir, Kosta Rozen

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Abstract

In this paper, we address the question of how to maximize output over the ramp-up period of a semiconductor fab. We postulate that by keeping a margin between the constraint capacity and the ramp starts cumulative output can be increased over a desired planning horizon (e.g. first year of production). A mathematical framework of the problem is offered and then used to prove our hypothesis. We demonstrate the benefit via a numerical example and a set of simulation experiments.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationWSC 2018 - 2018 Winter Simulation Conference
Subtitle of host publicationSimulation for a Noble Cause
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Pages3494-3501
Number of pages8
ISBN (Electronic)9781538665725
DOIs
StatePublished - 2 Jul 2018
Externally publishedYes
Event2018 Winter Simulation Conference, WSC 2018 - Gothenburg, Sweden
Duration: 9 Dec 201812 Dec 2018

Publication series

NameProceedings - Winter Simulation Conference
Volume2018-December
ISSN (Print)0891-7736

Conference

Conference2018 Winter Simulation Conference, WSC 2018
Country/TerritorySweden
CityGothenburg
Period9/12/1812/12/18

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Software
  • Modeling and Simulation
  • Computer Science Applications

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