Title :
Using computer simulation to compare tool delivery systems in an FMC
Author :
Hedlund, Eric P. ; Davis, Wayne J. ; Webster, Peter L.
Author_Institution :
Ingersoll-Rand Co., Phillipsburg, NJ, USA
Abstract :
In the implementation of a flexible manufacturing cell (FMC), it is uncertain whether the proposed tool delivery system will be able to perform adequately. In order to determine the system´s adequacy, along with the resulting efficiency of shop floor operations, a simulation has been performed. Tool transfer and job scheduling strategies were developed to aid in improving the flow of parts and tools on the shop floor. In addition, a series of output screens was developed for use during the simulation runs to verify the simulation and control strategies being used
Keywords :
control system analysis computing; digital simulation; flexible manufacturing systems; machine tools; scheduling; computer simulation; control strategies; efficiency; flexible manufacturing cell; job scheduling strategies; output screens; parts flow; shop floor operations; system adequacy; tool delivery systems; tool transfer strategies; Assembly; Automatic control; Computer simulation; Fixtures; Flexible manufacturing systems; Job shop scheduling; Parallel robots; Rails; Robotics and automation; Virtual manufacturing;
Conference_Titel :
Simulation Conference, 1990. Proceedings., Winter
Conference_Location :
New Orleans, LA
Print_ISBN :
0-911801-72-3
DOI :
10.1109/WSC.1990.129591
