CAPSY — A Dialogue System for Computer Aided Manufacturing Process Planning

Author(s):  
G. Spur ◽  
H.-M. Anger ◽  
W. Kunzendorf ◽  
G. Stuckmann
Author(s):  
M. Marefat ◽  
J. Britanik

Abstract This research focuses on the development of an object-oriented case-based process planner which combines the advantages of the variant and generative approaches to process planning. The case-based process planner operates on general 3D prismatic parts, represented by a collection of features (eg: slots, pockets, holes, etc.). Each feature subplan is developed by the case-based planner. Then the feature subplans are combined into the global process plan for the part via a hierarchical plan merging mechanism. Abstracted feature subplans correspond to cases, which are used in subsequent planning operations to solve new problems. The abstracting and storing of feature subplans as cases is the primary mechanism by which the planner learns from its previous experiences to become more effective and efficient. The computer-aided process planner is designed to be extensible and flexible through the effective use of object-oriented principles.


2014 ◽  
Vol 598 ◽  
pp. 591-594 ◽  
Author(s):  
Li Yan Zhang

ISO 14649, known as STEP-NC, is new model of data transfer between CAD/CAM systems and CNC machines. In this paper, the modeling based on machining feature is proposed. The machining feature comes from the manufacturing process considering the restriction of machining technology and machining resource. Then the framework for computer aided process planning is presented, where the algorithms of operation planning is studied. The practical example has been provided and results indicate that machining feature based model can integrate with CAPP and STEP-NC seamlessly.


Author(s):  
Jerry Y. Fuh ◽  
Chao-Hwa Chang ◽  
Michel A. Melkanoff ◽  
Hsin Rau

Abstract Fixture planning is an indispensable part of a manufacturing process planning routine. This paper introduces a rational approach to computer-aided fixture planning (CAFP). A method of fixture classification and selection is introduced for planning of modular fixtures. The location of each fixture component is determined according to the common fixturing principles. We has developed a prototype CAFP system and linked to a commercial CAD system, namely CADAM. Modular fixture elements are automatically selected by the system, and the generated fixture layout can be displayed on-screen after assembly. For verification and optimization of a fixturing scheme, a fixture analysis module is also developed. An iteration method is used to solve the fixturing constraint equations and to determine the adequate clamping forces for holding the workpiece during machining processes.


Author(s):  
Farayi Musharavati ◽  
Napsiah Ismail ◽  
Abdel Majid S. Hamouda ◽  
Abdul Rahman Ramli

Proses perancangan pembuatan adalah berkaitan dengan keputusan berdasarkan pemilihan tatarajah yang optimum daripada modul proses untuk pemprosesan bahagian kerja. Untuk pembentukan semula barisan pembuatan bagi pelbagai bahagian kerja, keputusannya dipengaruhi jenis proses yang sedia ada, hubungkait jujukan pemprosesan dan juga aturan pemprosesan bahagian kerja tersebut. Keputusan proses perancangan pembuatan mungkin bercanggah, oleh itu tugasan membuat keputusan perlu mengambil kira cara setemu. Kertas kerja ini membentangkan teknik optima untuk masalah berkaitan proses perancangan pembuatan dalam rangka kerja pembuatan pembentukan semula. Proses MPP dimodelkan sebagai masalah pengoptimuman dan keadah penyelesaian yang diperolehi daripada teknik metahuristik dikenali sebagai simulasi penyepuhlindapan. Fungsi analisis bagi memodel proses perancangan pembuatan adalah berdasarkan pengetahuan mengenai proses dan sistem pembuatan serta kekangan proses. Applikasi bagi pendekatan ini ditunjukkan melalui barisan pembuatan pembentukan semula berbilang tahap siri selari. Keputusan menunjukkan penambahbaik yang signifikasi diperolehi dalam penyelesaian untuk masalah jenis ini dengan menggunakan simulasi penyepuhlindapan. Tambahan pula, teknik metaheuristik berkebolehan untuk mengenal pasti kaedah proses pembuatan yang optima berdasarkan senario pengeluaran yang diberi. Kata kunci: Metaheuristik, simulasi penyepuhlindapan, proses perancangan pembuatan, sistem pembuatan pembentukan semula, senario pembuatan Manufacturing process planning (MPP) is concerned with decisions regarding selection of an optimal configuration for processing parts. For multiparts reconfigurable manufacturing lines, such decisions are strongly influenced by the types of processes available, the relationships for sequencing the processes and the order of processing parts. Decisions may conflict, hence the decision making tasks must be carried out in a concurrent manner. This paper outlines an optimization solution technique for the MPP problem in reconfigurable manufacturing systems (RMSs). MPP is modelled in an optimization perspective and the solution methodology is provided through a metaheuristic technique known as simulated annealing. Analytical functions for modelling MPP are based on knowledge of processes available to the manufacturing system as well as processing constraints. Application of this approach is illustrated through a multistage parallel–serial reconfigurable manufacturing line. The results show that significant improvements to the solution of this type of problem can be gained through the use of simulated annealing. Moreover, the metaheuristic technique is able to identify an optimal manufacturing process plan for a given production scenario. Key words: Metaheuristics, simulated annealing, manufacturing process planning, reconfigurable manufacturing systems, production scenarios


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