A Search Algorithm for Generating Alternative Process Plans in Flexible Manufacturing System

Capabilities and complexity of manufacturing systems are increasing and striving for an integrated manufacturing environment. Availability of alternative process plans is a key factor for integration of design, process planning and scheduling. This paper describes an algorithm for generation of alte...

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Main Authors: Hossein TEHRANI, Nobuhiro SUGIMURA, Yoshitaka TANIMIZU, Koji IWAMURA
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers 2007-11-01
Series:Journal of Advanced Mechanical Design, Systems, and Manufacturing
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Online Access:https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jamdsm/1/5/1_5_706/_pdf/-char/en