Abstract A multi criteria method, in support of the planning of shared human robot assembly tasks is presented in this paper. CAD models are used for the extraction of a… Click to show full abstract
Abstract A multi criteria method, in support of the planning of shared human robot assembly tasks is presented in this paper. CAD models are used for the extraction of a product's assembly sequence, whilst an algorithm is applied for the generation and examination of alternative assignment scenarios. The design algorithm performs the joint planning of task-to-resource assignment and cell layout at the same time. The evaluation of each planning scenario against a set of ergonomics, quality and productivity criteria is made for the identification of the most efficient ones. The method's implementation, in the form of a prototype planning tool (Task Planner), enables its application to a pilot case from the automotive industry. The results indicate that the method can provide high quality solutions with respect to the end users' criteria and has potential applicability as a decision making support tool in the planning stage.
               
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