... conducted to collect and analyze the surveyed data examined the support for these hypotheses. Then the generalized double diamond model is used to analyze the global competitiveness and to recommend the competitive strategies for Hong Kong manufacturing industries. The survey results and the subsequent...

... on preliminary results from the Euro‐Australian co‐operation project CIMA (Euro‐Australian co‐operation centre for Continuous Improvement and innovation MAnagement), this paper proposes a model to explain how companies can gain a substantial competitive advantage by facilitating knowledge generation and transfer...

... analysis. Then we present a mathematical model for the optimal modal split considering the input‐output structure of energy flow. The goal of this model is to minimize NO_x which is emitted in the processes of freight transport, energy transport and energy production subject to maintaining...

..., with the help of a surface data modeller rapid prototyping (RP) machine and vacuum casting machine, to manufacture the prosthesis for implant. Presents a novel approach for facial prosthesis fabrication through a case study of a prosthetic ear model using an integrated manufacturing system comprising the laser...

... systems has to be raised, in an attempt to generate more successful implementations of intelligent manufacturing systems. In this paper, the architecture of a hybrid intelligent inference model for implementing the intelligent CAPP system is developed. The detailed structure for such a model is also...

...Chiu‐Chi Wei; Yeong‐Hoang Lee; Ching‐Liang Chang Proposes a new formulation for allocating process tolerances. The major contribution of the model is to assign tolerances with maximization of the conformance rate of the entire process. The cumulative standard normal probability is used to estimate...

...Wang Bo; Luo Yimei; Wang Yuning This paper improved the self‐adaptive filter‐forecasting model that is one of deterministic constant parameter forecasting models. An attenuation/gain function is drawn into a direct iteration search method that belongs to the multi‐variables extreme value research...

...Ashraf W. Labib; Richard F. O’Connor; Glyn B. Williams Attempts to develop a model of maintenance decision making using the analytic hierarchy (AHP). Describes problems in maintenance arising from not having clear criteria and not having robust decisions with which to maintain failing equipment...

...Mohamed Zairi Discusses a proposed model which presents various possible modes of behaviour during the implementation of advanced manufacturing technology (AMT) and highlighting different interaction approaches between suppliers and users of technological innovation. Presents three models...

... in the literature, a validated model that covers all the relevant insights management need to conduct the manufacturing strategy process effectively is still lacking. Aims, through the research, to take a step towards such a model. Presents this model, discusses its background, in particular the prerequisites...

...Chin‐Sheng Chen; Jintong Wu Addresses the need for a unified product information model and presents a new representation scheme for mechanical component modelling using shells as its principal geometric primitives for modelling form features. The representation scheme was implemented using the ACIS...

... , 21 , 22 , 23 ]. The maximum throughput results presented in Table III are obtained analytically using static modelling tools and are based on the utilization formulas presented previously. To ensure that the analytical results closely reflect those obtained while considering the presence...

... taken by any economic enterprise”. Although research has failed to identify a commonly accepted model, the one described by King[ 21 ] is widely quoted, which consists of six stages: search, strategic plan, screening, definition,evaluation and transmission. In practice, variations of the model, in terms...

...Chiu‐Chi Wei; Ali K. Kamrani; Henry Wiebe Develops a graphic simulation system in conjunction with a kinematic error model to assist management in making investment decisions. Uses Taguchi‐type experimental design to predict the robot process capability. Two sets of charts are created by the system...