New Approach of Process Cycle Time Measurement System with Sensor Application

Abstract

This paper introduces an innovative process cycle time measurement system with sensor applications designed for production line monitoring in manufacturing industries to address the challenges faced by manufacturing industries, such as inefficient production lines, machine downtime and manual production line recording. To tackle these issues, the research employs a methodology that integrates infrared sensors and microcontrollers, enabling real-time data capture and analysis. Three distinct case studies are conducted, involving balanced production lines, un-balanced production lines and production lines with machine downtime, to assess production line performance and efficiency. The results demonstrate the system's ability to accurately capture process cycle times and highlight areas for improvement in future studies. In conclusion, this research contributes to the field of production line monitoring, offering valuable insights for enhancing manufacturing processes and efficiency, with potential applications in real-world manufacturing industries.