Virtual factory framework: a key enabler for agile manufacturing

19 November 2002

conference paper
Published by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

Vol. 1, 247-258
https://doi.org/10.1109/etfa.1995.496778

Abstract

Modeling and analysis play an important role in the successful development and implementation of manufacturing systems. This role is critical for the realization of agile manufacturing systems. The vast range of modeling and analysis tools need to be systematically applied through the manufacturing system development for best results. This paper describes the role of modeling and analysis during the manufacturing system development cycle and proposes a virtual factory framework for their systematic and efficient use.

Keywords

PRODUCTION FACILITIES
AGILE MANUFACTURING
MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS
VIRTUAL MANUFACTURING
FLEXIBLE MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS
DELAY EFFECTS
TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT
PRODUCTION SYSTEMS
DEBUGGING
INVESTMENTS

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