M.Sc. Tezi Görüntüleme

      While the reverse supply chain involves the processes of reclaiming, processing and reusing used or waste products, the disassembly line balancing problem aims to make these processes more efficient and harmonized. An optimized disassembly line contributes to the execution of reverse supply chain processes at lower costs, reducing the amount of waste and using resources more efficiently. This thesis highlights the importance of sustainable production and consumption processes and focuses on the optimization of recycling processes. In this study, the interrelated multi- manned disassembly line balancing problem, the lot sizing problem and the reverse supply chain design problem are addressed in an integrated manner. Thus, it is aimed to optimize the processes of recycling and reuse of end-of-life products. In this study, by integrating these three problems, the relationship between strategic level reverse supply chain decisions and tactical level disassembly line balancing problems is examined in detail. A mixed integer linear programming model is proposed for this problem and the problems are tested using empirical data. Furthermore, the effects of centralized and decentralized reverse supply chain design strategies on the results are analyzed. In conclusion, this thesis plays an important role in the development of sustainable production and consumption processes in both academic and applied fields. It also provides industry practitioners with useful key findings and managerial recommendations for strategic and tactical decisions.

      Key Words: Disassembly line balancing, Reverse supply chain, Recycling, Optimization