Modeling of chain conveyors and their equipment interfaces

Abstract

In this paper the situations are delineated in which micromodeling of material handling equipment is appropriate. An over review of conveyor types is presented. The challenges of modeling chain-conveyors and recommendations of meeting these challenges within the framework of typical modeling tools and simulation-study contexts are described. In conclusion, these recommendations are summarized and promising directions for further development of modeling techniques and enhancement of model building tool are made.