Question 1
A flow shop has 2 machines (M1 → M2). Jobs and processing times (M1, M2):
- Job A: (41, 27)
- Job B: (18, 34)
- Job C: (18, 36)
- Job D: (40, 40)
Using Johnson's Rule, what is the minimum makespan?
Step-by-step solution (Johnson's Rule):
1. Apply Johnson's Rule:
- If M1 time < M2 time, schedule early
- If M2 time < M1 time, schedule late
2. Optimal sequence: Job A → Job B → Job C → Job D
3. Calculate makespan: 178
Answer: 178
1. Apply Johnson's Rule:
- If M1 time < M2 time, schedule early
- If M2 time < M1 time, schedule late
2. Optimal sequence: Job A → Job B → Job C → Job D
3. Calculate makespan: 178
Answer: 178