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A mathematical model for a buffered two-stage manufacturing cell with an unreliable transfer device

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  • Suliman, S. M. A., 2000. "A mathematical model for a buffered two-stage manufacturing cell with an unreliable transfer device," International Journal of Production Economics, Elsevier, vol. 63(1), pages 69-81, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:proeco:v:63:y:2000:i:1:p:69-81
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