An Assembly Line with 11 Tasks Is to Be Balanced

question 15

Essay

An assembly line with 11 tasks is to be balanced.The longest task is 2.4 minutes,the shortest task is 0.4 minutes,and the sum of the task times is 18 minutes.The line will operate for 600 minutes per day.
(a)Determine the minimum and maximum cycle times.
(b)What range of output is theoretically possible for the line?
(c)What is the minimum number of stations needed if the maximum output rate is to be sought?
(d)What cycle time will provide an output rate of 200 units per day?

---

Definitions:

Organizational Psychologists

Professionals who apply psychological principles and research methods to understand workplace behavior and improve employee well-being and performance.

Intrinsically Motivated

Being internally driven to perform an activity, task, or pursue a goal for its own sake, rather than for some external reward or pressure.

Charismatic

Possessing an exceptional ability to attract, inspire, and influence people around them.

Task-Oriented

An approach or behavior focused primarily on completing given tasks or objectives, often highlighting efficiency and effectiveness.