Virtual Material Handling

Quelle: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/261407743_Virtual_Material_Handling_Systems_Design

Virtual Material Handling refers to the use of digital simulations, virtual reality or augmented reality technologies for the planning, analysis and optimization of material flow systems in logistics and manufacturing. It enables the virtual modelling of processes to identify bottlenecks early and achieve cost reductions and efficiency improvements.

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