Use Johnson's Rule to Determine the Optimal Sequencing for the Five

question 26

Essay

Use Johnson's rule to determine the optimal sequencing for the five jobs to be processed on two machines in a fixed order (Machine 1 before Machine 2).The processing times are given in the table below.
a.What is the optimal sequence?
b.What is the total flow time for this sequence?

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Definitions:

Mechanoreceptors

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Photoreceptors

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Glutamate

An important neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a key role in learning and memory, also serving as a flavor enhancer in food.

Umami

One of the five basic tastes, often described as savory or meaty, associated with flavors of broth, cheese, and soy sauce.