... analysis of centrifuges. Originality/value Currently, the main approach to flexible assembly simulation uses a two-step independent strategy: first, the initial rigid contact attitude is calculated, and then the flexible deformation is calculated. However, the determination of the initial rigid...

...Luca Barbazza; Maurizio Faccio; Fabio Oscari; Giulio Rosati Purpose This paper aims at analyzing different possible assembly systems, including innovative potential configurations such as the fully flexible assembly systems (FAS), by defining a novel analytical model that focuses on the concept...

...Dr. Maurizio Faccio, Dr. Yuval Cohen; Christian Finetto; Giulio Rosati; Maurizio Faccio; Aldo Rossi Purpose – This paper aims to provide a framework for the choice, design, set-up and management of a fully flexible assembly system (F-FAS). Many industrial applications for small batch productions...

... and the correctness of the methodology is verified by a simulation example. Yunbo Bi can be contacted at: zjubyb@zju.edu.cn © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2014 Simulation Assembly Flexible assembly The hoisting load is imposed on the hoisting hole at the end of the lifting tool, so...

... and testing Characterization Flexible assembly Micro-assembly MOEMS assembly Positioning accuracy Robotic micro-assembly recently shows important developments: many microgrippers, actuation principles and sensors have been proposed. Many studies have also been carried out to investigate...

... of different AI tools in an effort to use the best of each technology. The concepts are generically applicable across all industrial assembly processes and this research is intended to prove that the concepts work in manufacturing. Flexible assembly Small batch production Industrial robotics Vision...

...Giulio Rosati; Maurizio Faccio; Christian Finetto; Andrea Carli Purpose The paper aims to address the modelling and optimization of fully flexible assembly systems (F‐FAS), a new concept in flexible automation recently introduced by the authors. Design/methodology/approach The paper presents...

... identification Materials management Performance monitoring Cellular manufacture Small batch production Flexible assembly RFID tags consist of a microchip and antenna. Currently there are three types of tags used in industry: passive, semi‐passive, and active. Tags are classified based on their power...

... Publishing Limited 2011 Assembly Computer aided engineering Design for manufacture Small batch production Flexible assembly Rapid prototyping Rapid tooling Numerous parts can be built at the same time and the most efficient use of the machine is realized when the entire part bed...

... resulted in new and extended roles for logistics partners. © MCB UP Limited 2003 Plate 3 Seats are delivered to the Vauxhall assembly plant in sequence and ready to fit Automotive industry Flexible assembly Logistics GM's Vauxhall plant at Ellesmere Port was dedicated...

... or bid mechanism. It is clear that the multiple process plans are also requested by the new generation of manufacturing systems. © MCB UP Limited 2002 Flexible assembly Scheduling Operations planning Evaluation Digitization is considered as one of the most important features...

...Rolf Dieter Schraft; Stefan Schmid; Stefan Thiemermann Describes the benefits of close man‐robot cooperation within a single production cell. A vision system ensures the safety of the human while enabling high levels of productivity. © MCB UP Limited 2002 Flexible assembly Robots...