OPTIMIZATION OF YARN QUALITY AND COST WITH DIFFERENT COMBINATIONS OF FIBER VARIETIES USED IN COTTON SPINNING MILLS
Keywords:
Spinning process, Cotton properties, Multi-objective optimization,, Goal programmingAbstract
This paper deals with the study of optimum mixing of different cotton varieties with varying properties. Suitable multi-objective mathematical model has been formulated so as to minimize the overall cost and maximize the desired quality of the output, the yarn. Applying the norms recommended by South India Textile Research Association (SITRA), various groupings of fiber varieties were proposed. By using Goal programming approach, optimal proportions of fiber varieties were identified for maximum quality and minimum cost. These results are expected to assist the spinning mill managers in their decision-making on raw materials inventory.
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