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Design, modeling, and analysis of vertical robotic storage and retrieval systems
(Transportation Science, 2018)
Autonomous vehicle-based storage and retrieval systems are commonly used in many fulfillment centers (e.g., e-commerce warehouses), because they allow a high- and flexible-throughput capacity. In these systems, roaming ...
Robotized and automated warehouse systems: review and recent developments
(Transportation Science, 2017)
Robotic handling systems are increasingly applied in distribution centers. They require little space, provide flexibility in managing varying demand requirements, and are able to work 24/7. This makes them particularly fit ...
Inventory allocation in robotic mobile fulfillment systems
(Taylor and Francis, 2020)
A Robotic Mobile Fulfillment System is a recently developed automated, parts-to-picker material handling system. Robots can move storage shelves, also known as inventory pods, between the storage area and the workstations ...
ULTRON: Managing Warehouse Space and Item Obsolescence
(Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, 2018-03-31)
Several white goods companies are grappling with issues such as short product life-cycle and high item obsolescence rates. This case analyzes several strategies to overcome item obsolescence, standardize put-away and picking ...