Articles with "reconfigurable manufacturing" as a keyword



A literature review of optimization problems for reconfigurable manufacturing systems

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Published in 2019 at "IFAC-PapersOnLine"

DOI: 10.1016/j.ifacol.2019.11.097

Abstract: Abstract This paper is a literature review focusing on optimization problems for reconfigurable manufacturing systems (RMS). The literature is classified in two manners. In the first classification, different optimization problems rising in RMS are provided… read more here.

Keywords: problems reconfigurable; manufacturing systems; optimization; optimization problems ... See more keywords

An optimisation model for the dynamic management of cellular reconfigurable manufacturing systems under auxiliary module availability constraints

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Published in 2021 at "Journal of Manufacturing Systems"

DOI: 10.1016/j.jmsy.2021.01.001

Abstract: Abstract In the last decade, traditional industrial and market features were replaced by emerging factors, such as the variable market demand, the need for flexibility, the shorter product life cycles and the mass personalisation, which… read more here.

Keywords: auxiliary modules; reconfigurable manufacturing; model dynamic; dynamic management ... See more keywords

Optimisation of process plan generation for reconfigurable manufacturing systems: efficient heuristics and lower bounds

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Published in 2024 at "International Journal of Production Research"

DOI: 10.1080/00207543.2024.2360089

Abstract: ABSTRACT We address the process plan generation problem in a reconfigurable manufacturing environment. The objective is to minimise the total production time of a given part which includes the processing times of operations, as well… read more here.

Keywords: formulation; plan generation; lower bounds; reconfigurable manufacturing ... See more keywords

Enhancing scalable reconfigurable manufacturing systems through robust optimisation: energy efficiency and cost minimisation under uncertainty

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Published in 2024 at "International Journal of Production Research"

DOI: 10.1080/00207543.2024.2445710

Abstract: Reconfigurable manufacturing systems are dynamic systems designed with scalable and flexible production capabilities to address changing market demands. This paper presents a novel multi-objective integer programming model aimed at optimising the configuration and capacity scalability… read more here.

Keywords: robust optimisation; scalable reconfigurable; energy; reconfigurable manufacturing ... See more keywords

Evaluating the investment feasibility and industrial implementation of changeable and reconfigurable manufacturing concepts

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Published in 2018 at "Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management"

DOI: 10.1108/jmtm-03-2017-0039

Abstract: Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present a decisions support tool that can be applied in initial stages of design, for evaluating the investment feasibility of changeable and reconfigurable manufacturing design concepts, based… read more here.

Keywords: implementation; changeable reconfigurable; changeability; reconfigurable manufacturing ... See more keywords

Assessment of Sustainable Development Goals through Industry 4.0 and reconfigurable manufacturing system practices

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Published in 2023 at "Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management"

DOI: 10.1108/jmtm-05-2022-0206

Abstract: PurposeThe United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), introduced in 2015, connect several manufacturing strategies and promote sustainable practices in an organization. Manufacturing companies are struggling to meet changing market demands while also addressing social and… read more here.

Keywords: sustainable development; development goals; manufacturing system; manufacturing ... See more keywords

Smart Reconfigurable Manufacturing System Based on Semantic Models and Multicriteria Decision Making

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Published in 2025 at "IEEE Access"

DOI: 10.1109/access.2025.3631334

Abstract: Reconfigurable manufacturing systems must increasingly deal with rapid design changes, mass customisation requirements, and operational disturbances such as demand volatility, resource shortages, and equipment failures. Traditional decision support methods, grounded in expert-driven heuristics or static… read more here.

Keywords: system; multicriteria decision; decision making; smart reconfigurable ... See more keywords
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An Integrated Multi-Period Layout Planning and Scheduling Model for Sustainable Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems

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Published in 2020 at "Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Systems"

DOI: 10.1142/s0219686720500031

Abstract: In a dynamic production environment, not only the customer’s needs change with time, but the economic aspects of that environment, such as energy pricing, also change. Reconfigurable Manufacturing ... read more here.

Keywords: multi period; integrated multi; period layout; systems integrated ... See more keywords

Self-Adaptive White Shark Multi-Objective Optimization Approach with Mutual Information Based Knowledge Discovery for Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems

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Published in 2025 at "Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Systems"

DOI: 10.1142/s0219686726500022

Abstract: Manufacturing companies frequently experience changes in production volumes and shorter product lifecycles in the competitive and unstable market of today. RMS is essential for overcoming these obstacles. Because of the many trade-offs involved, optimizing efficiency… read more here.

Keywords: approach mutual; mutual information; reconfigurable manufacturing; manufacturing systems ... See more keywords

Configuration selection in reconfigurable manufacturing system based on reconfigurability

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Published in 2017 at "International Journal of Logistics Systems and Management"

DOI: 10.1504/ijlsm.2017.10005120

Abstract: Reconfigurable manufacturing systems (RMS) are considered as a major resource of providing variable production capacities and capabilities by different manufacturing companies. For different products needed in small quantities and with short delivery lead time, this… read more here.

Keywords: system; configuration selection; reconfigurability; manufacturing system ... See more keywords

Reconfiguration Decision-Making of IoT based Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems

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Published in 2020 at "Applied Sciences"

DOI: 10.3390/app10144807

Abstract: With the recent diversification of demands, manufacturing systems that can respond to multiple types of goods have become more important. In this circumstance, reconfigurable manufacturing systems (RMSs) that can provide flexible manufacturing with limited machine… read more here.

Keywords: decision making; reconfiguration; reconfiguration decision; reconfigurable manufacturing ... See more keywords