Computer Integrated Manufacturing, 2 Volume Set

These two volumes contain the proceedings of the fourth international conference on Computer Integrated Manufacturing, held October 1997 in Singapore, the main theme of which was "Manufacturing into the Next Millennium". The first volume gathers the papers dealing with systems level management and planning of manufacturing acitivities with topics on (1) management aspects and (2) manufacturing planning and control. The second volume concentrates on product and implementation related issues where papers are categorised into (1) product design and concurrent engineering, (2) factory automation, and (3) advanced manufacturing. With the growth on Internet-based businesses expanding since the last ICCIM conferences were held, and the trend as related to the manufacturing industry was anticipated and discussed in these past meetings, these two volumes will prove useful to establishing a track record of what latest technology is available today and will be available tomorrow.

VOLUME 1

Preface

Part I : Keynote Speeches
Chapter 1. : House of Business Engineering-The Universal Language for Process Management
Chapter 2. : Semiconductor Virtual Enterprises: Requirements and Solution Proposals
Chapter 3. : The Latest Research Trends in CIM
Chapter 4. : Mass Customization-Opportunities and Challenges for High Value Added Products and Services

Management Aspects
Global Perspectives
Chapter 5. : Manufacturing in Global Perspective-The Impact of Intranet/Internet Development
Chapter 6. : Competencies and Capabilities: An Analysis of the Hard Disk Drive Industry
Chapter 7. : Systems Integration in Manufacturing Firm: Some Empirical Observations in Japan

Flexibility and Change Management
Chapter 8. : Flexibility in Supply Chain Processes
Chapter 9. : Flexibility: Its Meaning for Japanese Manufacturers
Chapter 10. : Structural Fitness to Manage Market’s Turbulence-Create Dynamic Structures to Master the Next Millennium
Chapter 11. : The Human Side of Virtual Enterprise

Business Process Reengineering
Chapter 12. : BPR and Benchmarking With ARIS-Based Industry-Specific Reference Models
Chapter 13. : A Case Study on BPR to Manufacturing Industry
Chapter 14. : Enterprise Modelling With Intensive Knowledge

CIM Design and Planning
Chapter 15. : Comparison Between CIMS and CIPS
Chapter 16. : Expert System for Pre-Determining CIM Levels
Chapter 17. : The Architecture of CIPS
Chapter 18. : The Resource Flowing Model of Green Manufacturing Systems
Chapter 19. : Impact of Factory Size on Work-Flow and Choice of Layouts

Integrated Databases
Chapter 20. : A Study of SDAI Implementation on Relational Database
Chapter 21. : Databases for Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM): Survey
Chapter 22. : Automated Knowledge Acquisition for Multiexpertsystems in Manufacturing
Chapter 23. : A Hybrid Information Manufacturing System With an Integrated Rule Knowledge Database
Chapter 24. : A CORBA Based Information Integration Platform System for CIMS Environments
Chapter 25. : A Specification of CIM Information System

Internet and WWW
Chapter 26. : Internet for Higher Productivity in Manufacturing
Chapter 27. :Concepts for Improving the Network-Ability of Small and Medium Sized Companies
Chapter 28. : Network Middleware Illustrated for Enterprise Enhanced Operation
Chapter 29. : Impacts of Network-Based Commerce on Asian Industry
Chapter 30. : A CALS Framework for Electronic Commerce in Virtual Manufacturing Enterprises

CIM Justification
Chapter 31. : Advanced Manufacturing Technology: Strategic and Operational Change for Small-And-Medium-Sized Manufacturing Firms (SMEs)
Chapter 32. : From CSF Analysis to Balanced Scorecard Design in Strategic IT Planning
Chapter 33. : Quantifying Intangibles in AMT Justification by Using the Cost-Value Technique

CIM Implementations
Chapter 34. : A New Modeling Approach to Support Identification and Development of Secondary Processes in an Industrial AMT Implementation
Chapter 35. : A Prototype System for CIMS Information Integration Platform
Chapter 36. : Methods for Design and Implementation of CIM Systems
Chapter 37. : Computer Integrated Manufacturing System for Training in Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore

Manufacturing Planning and Control
Aggregate Planning
Chapter 38. : A Modified p-Median Formulation for Generalized Grouping
Chapter 39. : Modeling of Production Planning and Control for the Integration of Information Systems
Chapter 40. : Design of Agile Multi-Line Production System for Volatile Market Environment
Chapter 41. : A Knowledge-Based Selection System for the Multi-Product Assembly Line
Chapter 42. : Knowledge Based Methodology for Selection Planning and Design of Flexible Manufacturing System

Production Scheduling Systems
Chapter 43. : Minimizing Mean-Lateness and Numbers of Tardy Jobs in a Job-Shop
Chapter 44. : A Hybrid GA-SA Algorithm for Flowshop Scheduling Problems
Chapter 45. : Solving FMS Loading Problem With Genetic Algorithm: A Strategy for Solution Generation and Recombination
Chapter 46. : Scheduling Heuristics for the m-Machine No-Wait Lot Streaming Flowshop

Performance Evaluation and Simulation
Chapter 47. : Simulation for Complex Production Systems With Different Levels of Detail
Chapter 48. : A Discrete Event Simulation Environment for Statistical Process Control
Chapter 49. : An Intelligent Holistic Simulator for a Computer keycap Assembly Cell
Chapter 50. : Collaborative Simulation Towards A New Paradigm
Chapter 51. : Reduction in Product Cost Via Manufacturing Simulation
Chapter 52. : Advanced Methods for Simulation Output Analysis in Manufacturing Systems: An Analysis of Variance vs. Artificial Neural Networks

Petri Net Approached/Soft Modelling Approaches
Chapter 53. : A Coloured Timed Object-Oriented Petri Nets Approach to Modeling Automated Manufacturing Systems
Chapter 54. : Coloured-Time, Modular Petri Net Approach for the Modelling Zone-Controlled Manufacturing Machines
Chapter 55. : On Selective Multiple inheritance in Fuzzy Object Modelling

Logistics Management
Chapter 56. : A Centralised Routing Algorithm for AGVs in Container Ports
Chapter 57. : Analysis of Production and Transportation Models for Three Production Based in ICGCPS
Chapter 58. : Supply Chain Management; How it Works With JIT, MRPII and SBM

Quality Management
Chapter 59. : A Fuzzy Multi-Criteria Decision Framework for QFD Planning
Chapter 60. : Planning-Tools for Quality Management
Chapter 61. : Distributed Quality Assurance System Framework for Agile Manufacturing
Chapter 62. : Computer Integrated Quality Information System Based on Client/Server Under CIMS Enviroment
Chapter 63. : Multivariate Robust Design Optimization
Chapter 64. : Computer Aided Design of np Quality Control Chart

Control Issues
Chapter 65. : On the Inclusion of Maintenance in Manufacturing Planning and Control Systems
Chapter 66. : Optimal Periodic Replacement Strategy for Non Self-Announcing Failure Equipment
Chapter 67. : A Strategy for Real Time Flow Control and Breakage Compensation of Cutting Tools in Flexible Manufacturing Systems: Total Tool Management Systems (TTMS)

Advanced Manufacturing Processes
Chapter 68. : Computer-Controlled Liquid Bulge Forming of Tubes
Chapter 69. : Automatic Mathematical Optimization of Sheet Metal Forming Processes
Chapter 70. : Computer-Aided Analysis of Roll Bending in Strip Profile Control on Four High Cold Rolling Mills
Chapter 71. : An Application of Repetitive Control to Disturbance Rejection in Servo Systems…

Author Index


VOLUME 2


Preface

Product Design and Concurrent Engineering
Geometric Modelling
Chapter 72. : Using Soft Objects to Represent Medical Structures
Chapter 73. : Integration of Geometric Modeling and Physical Modeling for Catheter Navigation
Chapter 74. : A Mechanism for Coding the Form Feature
Chapter 75. : Computation of the Skeletons of 3D Polyhedral Solids
Chapter 76. : Creating Blending Surface and N-Sided Region Surface with Rational Bezier Patches
Chapter 77. : Optimal Expected-Time Algorithm for Finding Largest Empty Circle and Its Application on PCB Stamping Mould Design

Product Design
Chapter 78. : The Research on Design Principles to the CAD/CAM Geometric Platform Based on Shared Standard Semantic Models of STEP/AP203
Chapter 79. : A CAD-System for Dressmaking
Chapter 80. : A New Generation CAD System for Railway Weighing Apparatus and Its Implementation
Chapter 81. : Designing a Computer-Aided Product Design Advisor
Chapter 82. : Development of an Intelligent Grating CAD System-GRTCAD
Chapter 83. : Simultaneous Consideration of Ecological & Economical Parameters by Using a Feature-Based Design System
Chapter 84. : A Concurrent Integrated CAD (CICAD) Method for Ship and Sailing Yacht Design

Product Analysis
Chapter 85. : Optimisation of Mould Design in Die Casting of Pewter Parts Through Numerical Simulation
Chapter 86. : Fatigue Analysis Based on FEA
Chapter 87. : The Design and Implementation of a Visualization Tool for Structural Analysis

Process Planning
Chapter 88. : CathViewer: An Interactive System for Catheter Design and Testing
Chapter 89. : A CAPP System Based on Concurrent Engineering System
Chapter 90. : Designing and Planning Cable Harnesses Using Immersive Virtual Reality
Chapter 91. : A New Solution to the Integration for CAPP and PPC
Chapter 92. : Product Renewal by Using IPD
Chapter 93. : Determination of Assembly Sequence for Hull Block in Shipbuilding
Chapter 94. : Computer Aided Systems for Industrial & Engineering Design-An Attempt to Their Integration
Chapter 95. : Integrated System of CAIP and Quality Forecasting for Mold Manufacturing in CE Environment

Rapid Prototyping
Chapter 96. : Development of Complex Plastic Parts with Simulation and Rapid Prototyping
Chapter 97. : Reverse Engineering Physical Models for Generation of Surface Models
Chapter 98. : Model-enhanced Rapid Prototyping Using Range Imaging
Chapter 99. : Numerical Simulation of Cavity Filling of the Power-Binder Mixture in a Rapid Prototyping Process
Chapter 100. : Rotary Axis Compensation for a 5-axis Micro Milling Rapid Prototyping System
Chapter 101. : Generation of Tooth Models for Ceramic Dental Restorations
Chapter 102. : An Investigation on Parameter Optimization of Selective Laser Sintering Process for Rapid Prototyping Applications

CE Environments
Chapter 103. : Management and Scheduling of Design Activities in Concurrent Engineering
Chapter 104. : PIKS: Product Information and Knowledge Servers for Concurrent Engineering Environments
Chapter 105. : Concurrent Engineering Through Data Support and Communication in Computer Integrated Manufacturing Environment
Chapter 106. : The Management of Parts for Complex Assembly System in PC Environment
Chapter 107. : An Intelligent Mechanism to Support DFX-Abilities in Automated Designer’s Environment

Factory Automation
Shopfloor Integration
Chapter 108. : JAVA Implementation of Shopfloor Access and Monitoring of a Manufacturing System
Chapter 109. : Real-Time Supervisory Control of a Flexible Manufacturing System Using AI-Based Method
Chapter 110. : The Description Verification and Implementation of MMS Interconnection Between Heterogeneous Networks

Assembly Automation
Chapter 111. : Analysis Method for Automation of a Socket Assembly System-A Case Study
Chapter 112. : Design Analysis of a Flexible Workcell for Automated Assembly of Electric Motors
Chapter 113. : Modeling and Estimation of Pneumatic Positioning System for Lumber Processing

Inspection and Diagnostic Systems
Chapter 114. : A Fuzzy Expert System for Monitoring Dimensional Accuracy of Components
Chapter 115. : Fuzzy Classification of Fault Diagnosis Using ANNs
Chapter 116. : Intelligent Visual Evaluation System for Mirror Finished Sufaces
Chapter 117. : A Survey of Non-Contact 3D Surface Imaging Techniques for Craniofacial and Reconstructive Surgery
Chapter 118. : A Condition Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis System for Modern Manufacturing Equipment
Chapter 119. : An Indirect Machine Tool condition Monitoring System
Chapter 120. : Sensor System for Disassembly of Electrical Motors
Chapter 121. : Automated Visual Inspection Apparatus for CIM Systems
Chapter 122. : Non-Destructive Testing for Thin-Film Magnetic Rigid Disks
Chapter 123. : Digital Filtering of Images Using Compact Optical Processors

Robotics and AGV Systems
Chapter 124. : A Easy-To-Use Robotic welding System for Shipyards
Chapter 125. : Fixturing 2D Concave Polygonal Objects Using a Three Fingered Flexible Fixturing System
Chapter 126. : Study of Self-Learning Control for Special Shape Robots
Chapter 127. : Development of an Highly Flexible Two-Legged Walking Device
Chapter 128. : Design of Active Links for Modular Robot
Chapter 129. : An Adaptive Tracking Controller for Robots Including Motor Dynamics
Chapter 130. : Development of a New Industrial Robot
Chapter 131. : Adaptive Gait Planning for Multi-Legged Robots Using a Stability Compensation Method
Chapter 132. : Application of Pareto-Based Multiobjectived Genetic Algorithm in Minimum Time Motion Planning

NC Programming
Chapter 133. : A Curvilinear Grid Generation Technique Applied to Tool-Path Planning of a Five-Axis Milling Machine
Chapter 134. : Intelligent, Distributed NC Systems

Automation Components
Chapter 135. : Development of an Automatic and Flexible Feeding System for Delicate Cylindrical Part with Asymmetrical Feature
Chapter 136. : Parametric Parts Feeder in Assembly Workcell for Mass Customization
Chapter 137. : Advanced Mechatronic System for Turbine Blade Manufacturing and Repair
Chapter 138. : The Development of An Intelligent Flexible and Programmable Vibratory Bowl Feeder Incorporating Neural Network
Chapter 139. : Enhanced Intelligent Control for Strip Thickness in a Rolling Mill

Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Chapter 140. : A Modular Head-Eye Platform for Real-Tine Active Vision
Chapter 141. : Third Millennium Manufacturing: Healing the Executive/Production Schism by Computers or Conversation?

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