Optimization of simulation run-times based on fuzzy-controlled input values

DETAILED DESCRIPTION The present inventions provides a method and apparatus for optimally adjusting simulation run-times based on the effects of outside forces that are impossible to integrate into a simulation model such that the flow of an assembly and fabrication process is efficiently managed.
The above features and advantages are achieved by providing an adaptive run-time controller to adjust the run-time of a fabrication and assembly process simulation model based on inputs generated by outside forces.
The run-time controller utilizes fuzzy logic to evaluate the outside forces against existing control rules to determine new simulation run-times based upon this evaluation.
The run-time controller then analyzes and adjusts the existing control rules based on current, historical and trend data.
The new rules are integrated into the run-time controller to accurately reflect the current status of the fabrication and assembly process for subsequent simulation runs.
As such, the run-time controller inputs and evaluates outside forces that were impossible or impracticable to integrate in the simulation model.