Title :
The evolution of automation in the 21st century
Author :
McKown, C. Gregg
Author_Institution :
GAARD Autom. Inc., Portland, OR, USA
Abstract :
The history of automation since the Industrial Revolution is briefly outlined. A shift to order-based production and flexibility is noted. 2 key issues for the 21st. century are discussed; commitment, and flexibility. 7 points to be addressed are set forth
Keywords :
industrial control; 21st. century; automation; commitment; flexible manufacturing; order-based production; Automatic control; Companies; Computer integrated manufacturing; Control systems; Costs; Layout; Manufacturing automation; Materials requirements planning; Robotic assembly; Robotics and automation;
Conference_Titel :
Northcon/93. Conference Record
Conference_Location :
Portland, OR
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-9972-2
DOI :
10.1109/NORTHC.1993.505022
