Introduction to Logistics Engineering (Second Edition)

Author: Song Weigang (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: This book discusses logistics engineering from an engineering perspective. The entire book consists of 7 chapters: Overview of Logistics Systems and Logistics Engineering, Principles and Selection of Logistics Handling Equipment, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems, Logistics System Layout Design, Logistics System Analysis Methods, Management and Decision-Making in Logistics Systems, and Computer Simulation Methods in Logistics Engineering. The content includes the fundamental theories, basic concepts, applications, and technologies of logistics and logistics engineering. It covers both theoretical knowledge of soft sciences and technical applications of hard sciences, as well as relevant topics such as operations research, technical economics, mechanical equipment, logistics facility planning and analysis. This book is suitable for reference by faculty and students of relevant majors in higher education institutions, as well as for logistics professional training. It can also be used by logistics professionals, such as designers, engineering technicians, and researchers.