Application problems

Industry-specific problem names, each an instance of a formal problem.

Wood Panel Cutting
Cut wood boards into parts with a panel saw.
Apparel Marker Making
Arrange garment pattern pieces on fabric width to minimize fabric use.
Paper Roll Slitting
Slit large paper rolls into ordered widths, reducing trim loss.
Shipbuilding Plate Nesting
Lay out steel hull/structure parts on plates for cutting.
Container Loading
Load boxes into a shipping container to maximize space use.
Sheet-metal True-shape Nesting
Nest true part outlines on sheet metal for laser/plasma/punch cutting.

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