Advances in Manufacturing: Decision, Control and Information Technology

Tzafestas, Spyros G.

Modern manufacturing systems involve many processes and operations at various hierarchical levels of decision, control and execution. New applications for systems are arising from the synergy of machines, tools, robots and computers with management and information technologies. Novel systems are designed and put into operation to manufacture old and new high-quality products with speed, accuracy and economy. This book contains over thirty papers that examine state-of-the-art and how-to-do issues, as well as new solutions. Topics covered include: Process planning/scheduling and machine-cell design Process monitoring, inspection, diagnosis and maintenance Forecasting, optimization and control Design and control of robotic automated crane systems Applications: including laser material processing, stereolithography systems, alimentary pasta processes and automated/robotic road construction and maintenance. The book explores key elements and critical factors, presents new results and tools that are applicable to real situations.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2011-09-22

Format: Paperback

ISBN-10: 9781447112174

ISBN-13: 9781447112174

DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4471-0855-9

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 424