Computer control of flexible manufacturing systems | Research and development

S. Joshi (u. a.)

ISBN 10: 9401045380 / ISBN 13: 9789401045384

Published by Springer, 2012

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Computer control of flexible manufacturing systems | Research and development | S. Joshi (u. a.) | Taschenbuch | xii | Englisch | 2012 | Springer | EAN 9789401045384 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Springer Verlag GmbH, Tiergartenstr. 17, 69121 Heidelberg, juergen[dot]hartmann[at]springer[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Computer control of flexible manufacturing systems | Research and development
• Publisher: Springer
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9401045380
• ISBN 13: 9789401045384
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 235W x 155H x 27D millimeters 235 millimeters width by 155 millimeters height by 27 millimeters depth
• Weight: 744 grams
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Synopsis

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.

From the Back Cover

'Computer Control of Flexible Manufacturing Systems' is intended for lecturers and researchers in manufacturing and industrial engineering as well as for postgraduate students. Research and development engineers in industry and consultants working in manufacturing will also find this book invaluable.