Keywords
Neural-network metamodels, Inverse mapping from performance goals to decision parameters, Semiconductor test-facility simulation, Simulation-driven parameter tuning, Decision-support automation for production testing
Abstract
A simulation based decision support system is developed for AT&T Microelectronics in Orlando. This system uses simulation modeling to capture the complex nature of semiconductor test operations. Simulation, however, is not a tool for optimization by itself. Numerous executions of the simulation model must generally be performed to narrow in on a set of proper decision parameters. As a means of alleviating this shortcoming, artificial neural networks are used in conjunction with simulation modeling to aid management in the decision making process. The integration of simulation and neural networks in a comprehensive decision support system, in effect, learns the reverse of the simulation process. That is, given a set of goals defined for performance measures, the decision support system suggests proper values for decision parameters to achieve those goals.
Graduation Date
1994
Semester
Spring
Advisor
Mollaghasemi, Mansooreh
Degree
Master of Science (M.S.)
College
College of Engineering
Department
Industrial Engineering and Mangement Systems
Degree Program
Industrial Engineering
Format
Language
English
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None
Access Status
Masters Thesis (Open Access)
Identifier
DP0011935
Subjects
Neural networks (Computer science)--Computer simulation; Decision support systems--Computer programs; Decision support systems--Mathematical models; Decision making--Simulation methods; Microelectronics--Simulation methods
STARS Citation
LeCroy, Kenney, "Integration of Artificial Neural Networks and Simulation Modeling in a Decision Support System" (1994). Retrospective Theses and Dissertations. 3476.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/rtd/3476
Contributor (Linked data)
Mollaghasemi, Mansooreh [VIAF]
University of Central Florida. College of Engineering [VIAF]
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