Focal Interest
Focal Interest

Flexible and Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems

External reference: https://openalex.org/T11741

  1. Layout optimization improved throughput and reduced staffing needs
    Digital twin simulation optimizes CNC machining layout, increasing throughput 23%, reducing travel time 31%, and cutting personnel needs 40% while enabling capacity for additional production.
  2. Scheduling model integrates pallets, machines, and setup stations
    Mixed-integer programming and mutation-based algorithm for scheduling flexible manufacturing with pallet automation, setup stations, and fixture pallets to minimize makespan.
  3. Two-stage D-optimal selection found a less-than-full automation mix
    D-Optimal design methodology for optimizing flexible manufacturing system equipment selection, demonstrating that partial automation achieves superior efficiency in electronics manufacturing.