Design and Analysis of Integrated Manufacturing Systems

Design and Analysis of Integrated Manufacturing Systems is a fresh look at manufacturing from a systems point of view. This collection of papers from a symposium sponsored by the National Academy of Engineering explores the need for new technologies, the more effective use of new tools of analysis, and the improved integration of all elements of manufacturing operations, including machines, information, and humans. It is one of the few volumes to include detailed proposals for research that match the needs of industry.Table of ContentsFront MatterIntegrated Manufacturing Systems: An OverviewManufacturing Systems: Meeting the Competitive ChallengeDesign and Analysis of Integrated Electronics Manufacturing SystemsFlexible Machining in an Integrated SystemMaterial Handling in Integrated Manufacturing SystemsDesigning an Information System for Integrated Manufacturing SystemsIntegration and Flexibility of Software for Integrated Manufacturing SystemsProcess and Economic Models for Manufacturing OperationsA New Perspective on Manufacturing Systems AnalysisSimulation in Designing and Scheduling Manufacturing SystemsThe Human Role in Advaced Manufacturing SystemsModeling in the Design ProcessThe Strategic Approach to Product DesignAdvisory Committee for the ConferenceContributorsGlossaryIndex