Abstract
Facility Layout Problem (FLP) aims to optimize arrangement of facilities to enhance productivity and minimize costs. Traditional methods face challenges in dealing with the complexity and non-linearity of modern manufacturing environments. This study introduced an approach combining Reinforcement Learning (RL) and simulation to optimize manufacturing line layouts. Deep Q-Network (DQN) learns to reduce unused space, improve path efficiency, and maximize space utilization by optimizing facility placement and material flow. Simulations were used to validate layouts and evaluate performance based on production output, path length, and bending frequency. This RL-based method offers a more adaptable and efficient solution for FLP than traditional techniques, addressing both physical and operational optimization.
Translated title of the contribution | Optimization of Manufacturing Layout Using Deep Reinforcement Learning and Simulation |
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Original language | Korean |
Pages (from-to) | 253-261 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Journal of the Korean Society for Precision Engineering |
Volume | 42 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Mar 2025 |
Keywords
- Deep Q-Network
- Deep reinforcement learning
- Facility layout planning
- Manufacturing optimization
- Simulation