• Title/Summary/Keyword: Automated process planning

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Determining Machinability and Setup Orientation for Five-axis NC Machining of Free Surfaces (머신 컨피규레이션에 따른 자유곡면의 5 축 가공성과 셋업 자세)

  • Kang, Jae-Kwan;Suh, Suk-Hwan
    • Journal of Korean Institute of Industrial Engineers
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    • v.21 no.1
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    • pp.67-84
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    • 1995
  • Five-axis NC machining is advanced machining technology by which highly geometrically complicated parts can be machined accurately with high machinability. In this paper, we investigate the problems of determining the machinability and part setup orientation for a given surface models. We first develop kinematic model of the five-axis machines based on the axis configuration, then develop algorithms for determining the feasibility of machining by one setup(machinability) and the part orientation for the C,A and A,B type configuration. The machinability is determined by computationally efficient procedure for finding the intersection between the feasible area on the sphere and the numerical map called binary spherical map(BSM), and the part setup is chosen such that the rotational range is minimized among the feasible configurations. The developed algorithms are tested by numerical simulations, convincing they can be readily implemented on the CAD/CAM system as an automated process planner giving the efficient machine type and setup for NC machining.

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Automation in Site Planning of Apartment Complex - Through Rhino Grasshopper's Parametric Modeling and Optimization - (아파트 최적 배치 자동화 - Rhino Grasshopper를 활용한 parametric model의 최적화를 중심으로 -)

  • Sung, Woo-Jae;Jeong, Yo-Han
    • Journal of KIBIM
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    • v.10 no.3
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    • pp.22-32
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    • 2020
  • Apartment building site planning is one of time consuming and labor-intensive tasks in architectural design field, due to its complexity in zoning regulations, building codes, local restrictions, and site-specific conditions. In other words, the process can be seen as a very complicated mathematical function with layers of variables and parameters, which ironically can be automated using computational methods on parametric tools. In this paper, a practical method of automating site planning of an apartment complex has been proposed by utilizing parametric approaches in Rhino 3D and Grasshopper. Two primary parameters, building heights and positions, determine the efficacy of building layouts under all regulatory standards, thus testing out numerous combinations of the two will produce some successful layout alternatives. For this, equation solver has been used for iterating the parametric model to sort out meaningful results among others. It also has been proven that the proposed process significantly reduced the time in site planning down to less than an hour on most cases, and many successful alternatives could be obtained by using multiple computers. Post evaluation processes such as day light and view shed analysis helped sort out the best performing ones out of functioning alternatives.

Assignment and Operation Sequencing for Remarshalling of a Vertical Yard Block in Automated Container Terminals (자동화 컨테이너 터미널에서 수직형 블록의 이적작업을 위한 할당 및 작업순서)

  • Bae Jong-Wook;Park Young-Man;Kim Kap-Hwan
    • Journal of Navigation and Port Research
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    • v.30 no.6 s.112
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    • pp.457-464
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    • 2006
  • Remarshalling operation is one of the operations considered important in an automated container terminal to perform quickly loading operations and delivery operations. It arranges the containers scattered at a verticla yard block in order to reduce the transfer time and the rehandling time of ATC(Automated Transfer Crane)s. This paper deals with the remarshalling planning problem minimizing the weighted operation time. This problem can be decomposed into 2 subproblems, storage space assignment problem and operation sequencing problem Storage space assignment problem decides to where containers are transported in terms of transportation time cost.. With results of a previous subproblem, operation sequence problem determines the ATC operation sequence, which minimizes the dead-heading of ATC This study formulates each subproblem with mixed integer program and dynamic program. To illustrate the proposed model, we propose an instance to explain the process of remarshalling planning.

An Automated Process Planning and Die design System for Bolt Products (볼트류 제품에 관한 공정설계 및 금형설계 자동화 시스템)

  • Song, S.W.;Choi, Y.;Jung, S.Y.;Kim, C.;Choi, J.C.
    • Proceedings of the Korean Society of Precision Engineering Conference
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    • 2001.04a
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    • pp.774-777
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    • 2001
  • This paper describes a research work of developing a computer-aided design system of cold forging products. An approach to the system is based on the knowledge-based rules. Knowledge for the system is formulated from plastic theories, experimental results and the empirical knowledge of field experts. The system has been written in AutoCAD with a personal computer and is composed of six modules, which are selection of billet material, input of final product, process planning design, preform modification, insert design, shrink rings design module. Based on knowledge-based rules, the system is designed by considering several factors such as volume constancy, limite of formability by material, preform shape and so on.

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A Bit of Factory Automation : Manufacturing Cost Estimation Using Group Technology (공장 자동화에 관한 소고 : 그룹 테크놀로지를 이용한 생산원가 추정)

  • Lee, Sung-Youl
    • Journal of Korean Institute of Industrial Engineers
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    • v.15 no.2
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    • pp.77-86
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    • 1989
  • A fully automated cost estimation system(FACES) has been developed. Since speed, accuracy, and consistency are essential factors in automating a cost estimation, the use of computers in cost estimation system(CES) has grown rapidly in the last few years. FACES is a micro computer based cost estimation system that employs a manufacturing knowledge base. A Group Technology(GT) based part classification and coding(C&C) scheme is used to automate the process planning aspects of cost estimation. Variant process planning methods are employed to generate workstation routings from form features of the part. The system has been tested for an assembly of six machined parts. Results indicate that the system could provide a substantial improvement in accuracy, productivity, and performance over the more traditional full dialog approach to cost estimation. It also provides a good foundation for a factory automation by using a common GT based database through design to production.

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Automated Process Planning System based on Knowledge Base for Injection Mold (사출금형의 지식베이스에 의한 자동공정설계시스템)

  • Cho, Kyu-Kap;Lim, Ju-Taek;Lee, Ga-Sang;Kim, Pil-Seong;Kim, Byeong-Hyeon
    • Journal of the Korean Society for Precision Engineering
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    • v.8 no.4
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    • pp.55-63
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    • 1991
  • This paper deals with development of a Computer Aided Process Planning System based on knowledge base in addition to database for injection mold as a part of Computer Integrated Manufacturing System for injection mold manufacture. The prposed system consists of four modules such as manufacturing feature code generation module machine tool selection and sequencing module, operation and cutting tool selection mudule and standard time estimation module. The system is programmed by using Turbo Pascal on the IBM-PC/AT. The performance of the system is evaluated by using real problems and the test results indicate that the proposed system is a practical and efficient system.

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Hierarchical approaches for the FMS production planning and scheduling problems (FMS의 생산계획 및 일정계획을 위한 단계적 해법에 관한 연구)

  • 장성용;박진우
    • Proceedings of the Korean Operations and Management Science Society Conference
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    • 1990.04a
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    • pp.195-208
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    • 1990
  • Flexible Manufacturing System(FMS) is an integrated, computer controlled complex of automated material handling devices and numerically controlled machine tools that can simultaneously process medium-sized volumes of a variety of part types. This paper discusses planning problems that can be solved for efficient use of an FMS and present an integrated decision support system for FMS production planning and scheduling problems. FMSDS(Flexible Manufacturing Systems Decision Support System) consists of data handling modules, part selection module, loading module, load adjusting module, scheduling module and simulation module etc. This paper presents the solution methodology of each subproblems and integrated interfaces between subproblems using hierarchical approaches and loop controls considering the relationships between subproblems. A case study by this model is presented.

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A Study of Production Scheduling Scheme in TFT-LCD Factory (TFT-LCD 공장의 생산계획 수립에 관한 연구)

  • Na, Hyeok-Jun;Baek, Jong-Kwan;Kim, Sung-Shick
    • IE interfaces
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    • v.15 no.4
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    • pp.325-337
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    • 2002
  • In this study we consider the problem of production planning of TFT-LCD(Thin Film Transistor - Liquid Crystal Display) production factory. Due to the complexities of the TFT-LCD production processes, it is difficult to schedule the production planning, and the study about automated scheduler is insufficient. In addition, the existing production method is a Push-System to raise the operation rate with expensive equipment, that has the problem to satisfy the due-date. This study presents an algorithm having a concept of Pull-System that satisfies the due-date and considers specialties of TFT-LCD production process. We make MPS(Master Production Schedule) according to the sales order, and present algorithms for scheduling about In/Out plan considering factory capacity, line balancing, material requirement, and inventory level of all Array, Cell, and Module processes. These algorithms are integrated as an automated production system, and we implement them in the actual TFT-LCD factory circumstance.

The Simulation and Forecast Model for Human Resources of Semiconductor Wafer Fab Operation

  • Tzeng, Gwo-Hshiung;Chang, Chun-Yen;Lo, Mei-Chen
    • Industrial Engineering and Management Systems
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    • v.4 no.1
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    • pp.47-53
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    • 2005
  • The efficiency of fabrication (fab) operation is one of the key factors in order for a semiconductor manufacturing company to stay competitive. Optimization of manpower and forecasting manpower needs in a modern fab is an essential part of the future strategic planing and a very important to the operational efficiency. As the semiconductor manufacturing technology has entered the 8-inch wafer era, the complexity of fab operation increases with the increase of wafer size. The wafer handling method has evolved from manual mode in 6-inch wafer fab to semi-automated or fully automated factory in 8-inch and 12-inch wafer fab. The distribution of manpower requirement in each specialty varied as the trend of fab operation goes for downsizing manpower with automation and outsourcing maintenance work. This paper is to study the specialty distribution of manpower from the requirement in a typical 6-inch, 8-inch to 12-inch wafer fab. The human resource planning in today’s fab operation shall consider many factors, which include the stability of technical talents. This empirical study mainly focuses on the human resource planning, the manpower distribution of specialty structure and the forecast model of internal demand/supply in current semiconductor manufacturing company. Considering the market fluctuation with the demand of varied products and the advance in process technology, the study is to design a headcount forecast model based on current manpower planning for direct labour (DL) and indirect labour (IDL) in Taiwan’s fab. The model can be used to forecast the future manpower requirement on each specialty for the strategic planning of human resource to serve the development of the industry.

A Methodology of Automated Analysis and Qualitative Assessment of Legislation and Court Decisions

  • Trofimov, Egor;Metsker, Oleg;Kopanitsa, Georgy
    • International Journal of Computer Science & Network Security
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    • v.22 no.11
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    • pp.229-235
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    • 2022
  • This study aims to substantiate an interdisciplinary methodology for automated analysis and qualitative assessment of legislation and court decisions. The development of this kind of methodology will make it possible to fill a number of methodological gaps in various research areas, including law effectiveness assessment and legal monitoring. We have defined a methodology based on the interdisciplinary principles and tools. In general, it should be noted that even at the level of qualitative assessment made with the use of the methodology described above, the accumulation of knowledge about the relationship between legal objectives, indicators and computer methods of their identification can reduce the role of expert knowledge and subjective factor in the process of assessment, planning, forecasting and control over the state of legislation and law enforcement. Automation of intellectual processes becomes inevitable in a digital society, but, releasing experts from routine work, simultaneously reorients it to development of interdisciplinary methods and control over their application.