Computer Control Of Flexible Manufacturing Systems

Author : S. Joshi
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9401112304
Total Pages : 490 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Computer control of flexible manufacturing systems written by S. Joshi and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 490 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the approach of the 21st century, and the current trends in manufacturing, the role of computer-controlled flexible manufacturing an integral part in the success of manufacturing enterprises. will take Manufacturing environments are changing to small batch (with batch sizes diminishing to a quantity of one), larger product variety, produc tion on demand with low lead times, with the ability to be 'agile.' This is in stark contrast to conventional manufacturing which has relied on economies of scale, and where change is viewed as a disruption and is therefore detrimental to production. Computer integrated manufac turing (CIM) and flexible manufacturing practices are a key component in the transition from conventional manufacturing to the 'new' manu facturing environment. While the use of computers in manufacturing, from controlling indi vidual machines (NC, Robots, AGVs etc.) to controlling flexible manu facturing systems (FMS) has advanced the flexibility of manufacturing environments, it is still far from reaching its full potential in the environment of the future. Great strides have been made in individual technologies and control of FMS has been the subject of considerable research, but computerized shop floor control is not nearly as flexible or integrated as hyped in industrial and academic literature. In fact, the integrated systems have lagged far behind what could be achieved with existing technology.

Author : Nand K. Jha
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0323139353
Total Pages : 347 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Flexible Manufacturing Systems written by Nand K. Jha and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2012-12-02 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handbook is a compilation of the current practical knowledge of flexible manufacturing systems (FMS). FMS allow manufacturing plants of all sizes to reduce their inventory while increasing their ability to meet consumer demands. By controlling automatic guided vehicles, robots, and machine tools with one central computer, products can now be produced in a variety of styles and models all at the same time. FMS are designed to adapt quickly and economically to changes in requirements and to unpredictable events. This guide explains how to effectively employ these useful new systems. Includes specifications for software to implement simulation modeling Surveys practical applications in the workplace Presents materials in a step-by-step workbook style

Author : Paul G. Ranky
Publisher : Elsevier Science & Technology
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 376 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Design and Operation of FMS written by Paul G. Ranky and published by Elsevier Science & Technology. This book was released on 1983 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How to set up an FMS & run it successfully. Emphasizes the computer aspects of integrated systems, & software. Covers programming machines, robots & inspection equipment. How to set up management data bases & computer-aided process planning systems.

Author : H. K. Shivanand
Publisher : New Age International
ISBN 13 : 8122418708
Total Pages : 18 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Flexible Manufacturing System written by H. K. Shivanand and published by New Age International. This book was released on 2006-12 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About the Book: The book is intended to serve as a textbook for the final and pre-final year B.E., B. Tech. and M. Tech. students of Mechanical, Production, Manufacturing, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Automobile Engg., disciplines. This book can be used in industries, technical training institutes. This covers the main areas of interest in flexible manufacturing namely automation, flexible cells, workstation, AGV?s, AS/RS etc. Separate chapters have been devoted to the important topics. This book emphasizes the basic principles of working and the applications of a wide range of manufactur.

Author : Nigel R. Greenwood
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.00/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Implementing Flexible Manufacturing Systems written by Nigel R. Greenwood and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1988 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS) are computer-controlled, automated production lines capable of varied outputs: they put together computing software, robotics, manufacturing technology with existing engineering design skills to produce a very flexible system. Based on the author's own practical experience, this book provides a general insider's appreciation in keeping with current thinking in engineering education which will be suitable for advanced students. For the professional engineer, it stresses commercial as well as technical considerations.

Author : Reza A. Maleki
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780133217612
Total Pages : 314 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Flexible Manufacturing Systems written by Reza A. Maleki and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Geared to managers and technical personnel, this book explains the component technologies of Flexible Management Systems (FMS), and explores their relationship with each other and as a whole. The author discusses robotics, progammable logic controllers and automatic guided vehicles.

Author : MengChu Zhou
Publisher : World Scientific
ISBN 13 : 9789810230296
Total Pages : 432 pages
Book Rating : 4.9X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Modeling, Simulation, and Control of Flexible Manufacturing Systems written by MengChu Zhou and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 1999 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One critical barrier leading to successful implementation of flexible manufacturing and related automated systems is the ever-increasing complexity of their modeling, analysis, simulation, and control. Research and development over the last three decades has provided new theory and graphical tools based on Petri nets and related concepts for the design of such systems. The purpose of this book is to introduce a set of Petri-net-based tools and methods to address a variety of problems associated with the design and implementation of flexible manufacturing systems (FMSs), with several implementation examples.There are three ways this book will directly benefit readers. First, the book will allow engineers and managers who are responsible for the design and implementation of modern manufacturing systems to evaluate Petri nets for applications in their work. Second, it will provide sufficient breadth and depth to allow development of Petri-net-based industrial applications. Third, it will allow the basic Petri net material to be taught to industrial practitioners, students, and academic researchers much more efficiently. This will foster further research and applications of Petri nets in aiding the successful implementation of advanced manufacturing systems.

Author : S Joshi
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9789401112314
Total Pages : 496 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Computer Control of Flexible Manufacturing Systems written by S Joshi and published by . This book was released on 1994-07-31 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book describes the current research directions and trends in the development of computer control of manufacturing systems for computer integrated manufacturing (CIM). Key issues addressed include control architectures, new scheduling and control approaches, software development architectures, cutting tool management, modelling and analysis tools and other recent advances.

Author : Spyros G. Tzafestas
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1447109597
Total Pages : 504 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Computer-Assisted Management and Control of Manufacturing Systems written by Spyros G. Tzafestas and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 504 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Modem manufacturing systems involve many processes and operations that can be monitored and controlled at several levels of intelligence. At the highest level there is a computer that supervises the various manufacturing functions, whereas at the lowest level there are stand alone computer controlled systems of manufacturing processes and robotic cells. Until recenty computer-aided manufacturing systems constituted isolated "islands" of automation, each oriented to a particular application, but present day systems offer integrated approaches to manufacturing and enterprise operations. These modem systems, known as computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM) systems, can easily meet the current performance and manufacturing competitiveness requirements under strong environmental changes. CIM systems are much of a challenge, and imply a systemic approach to the design and operation of a manufacturing enterprise. Actualy, a CIM system must take into account in a unified way the following three views : the user view, the technology view, and the enterprise view. This means that CIM includes both the engineering and enterprise planning and control activities, as well as the information flow activities across all the stages of the system.

Author : Horst Tempelmeier
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 9780471307211
Total Pages : 498 pages
Book Rating : 4.11/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Flexible Manufacturing Systems written by Horst Tempelmeier and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1993-10-13 with total page 498 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now, this comprehensive and systematic overview of both the design models and quantitative solution methods for FMS support, configuration, and operation rectifies that problem. Students, production managers/planners, and FMS installation planners can now find everything they need in one authoritative and up-to-date source.