Toward the Factory of the Future
Transcript of Toward the Factory of the Future
Toward the Factoryof the Future
Proceedings of the8th International Conference on Production Researchand5th Working Conference of theFraunhofer-Institute for Industrial Engineering (FHG-IAO)at Universiry of Stuttgart, August 20 - 22,1985
Edited by H.-J. Bullinger and H. J. WarneckeAssistant Editor: KL Kornwachs
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Table of Contents
Opening Adress:H.-J. Bullinger, H. J. Warnecke, H.-P. Lentes: Toward the Factory of Future XXIX
First Invited Lecture:.E. U. von Weizsaecker: Change in the Philosophy of Work - ' LVIISecond Invited Lecture: •Y. Matsumoto: State of the Art and Trends in Assembly Automation *Third Invited Lecture:G. Salvendy: Human Factor Issues and Solution in the Design of IntegratedComputerized Manufacturing System . LXI
* Manuscript was not yet available •
Füll Paper Sessions
Plenary Session: Application of Production Research 1
PHILLIPS, G.:Can Manufacturing Management meet theChallenge of the Factory of the Future? 3
LITKE, H.-D.; VOEGELE, A. A.:Informationsmanagement and CAD/CAM - The New Challenge 7
STEMMER, G.; KANITZ, D.:Hochautomatisierte Produktionssysteme und Baukonzepte. *
KYLAEHEIKO.K.; PIRTTILAE, T.:On Inventory Investment Determinants. 10
TAKAHASHI, K.; KUROKAWA, Y.; TAKAHASHI, M.:International Comparison of Flexibility in Income Measurement andOther Äccouriting Procedures; Its Economical, Geopolitical andSociological Approach. . 17
MANDUTIANU,D.;VOINEA, S.:Steps Towards Intelligent Assembly Robot. 23
STEFANESCU, D. M.:FEM Calculation of the Influence Matrix of a Six-Compönent ForceTransducer for Robotics.(Das Bestimmen der Influenzmatrix für einen 6-dimensionalen Kraft-moment-Sensor für Roboter mittels der Methode der finiten Elemente). 29
BURBIDGE.J. L :Production Flow Analysis. 34
HÜLLENKREMER.M.: . 'Computer Aided Process Planning with Help of a Decision TableGenerator.(Rechnerunterstützte Arbeitsplanerstellung mit Hilfe eines Ent-scheidungstabellen-Generators und Interpreters). 43
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DAS,B.:Development of Industrial Workstation Design: A State-of-The-ArtSurvey. 47
SCHMID,J.:Modular Assembly System — Examples of the Implementation ofLabour — Intensive Assembly Operations (Modulare Montagesysteme— Realisierungsbeispiele für personalintensive Montageprozesse). 52
OSMAN, M. E.: ABDELHAMID, M. K.:Group Technology in Egypt. 57
DOBLER, G.W.:Technical Education for a Successfull Implementation of CADSystems. (Durchführung von Schulungsmaßnahmen bei der Einführungvon CAD-Systemen.) 61
ELSER,K.:Automation of Assembly — Application Potential änd Preconditions.(Montageautomatisierung: Einsatzpotential und Voraussetzungen.) 64
RAOUF, A.; ISMANISHI, H.; MOROOKA, K.:A Study of Continuous and Intermittent Cranking Motion. 68
DRISCOLL, J.: TRACEY, S.:The Marketing Implicatioris for Research and Development in theDesign of Robotic Systems. *
WARNECKE, H.-J.; STEINHILPER, R.; ROTH, H.-P.:Developments and Planning for FMS -Requirements, Examples and Experiences. 74
KAEMPF, R.: .Concept of Manufacturing Control for a Highly Automated Factory.(Steuerungskonzeption für eine flexible, hochautomatisierte Fabrik.) 80
MUSSBACH-WINTER, U.: -Disposition of Orders in a Flexible and Highly Automated Factory.(Auftragsdisposition in einer flexiblen, hochautomatisierten Fabrik —Probleme, Randbedingungen, Lösungsbeispiel.) 85
UETZ,H.;HARDOCK,G.:Flexible Manufacturing with Lasers: Problems, Machine Cpncepts,System Solutions and Experiences.(Flexible Fertigungszelle zum Schneiden und Schweißen von Blech-teilen mit Lasern — Probleme, Maschinenkonzepte, Systemlösungenund Erfahrungen.) 89
TRAJKOVSKI, S.:Automatic Tool Changers for NC-Machining Centers. - 95
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VTRNICH.M.:Selection Standard Systems of Production and Inventory Control(PIC) with the Aid of Utility Value Analysis. •(Auswahl von Standardsystemen der Produktionsplanung und. ,Steuerung (PPS) mit Hilfe der Nutzwertanalyse.) ' 101
ZENG, QING-HONG:A Microcomputer-Based Planning & Control System. 108
KOELLE.J.: > •PSK2000: ' ••' •A New Flexible and Integrated System for Production Planningand Control. " 114
YU,H.:A Radical Innovation Method From a Conventional MachineShop to a DNC-Factory within 1.5 years. ' - *
ALDINGER, L.; MUELLER, R.:The Interactive Control Center in the Factory 2000.(Der interaktive Produktionsleitstand'in der Fabrik 2000.) 119
FMS: Highly Automated Flexible Manufacturing Systems . 125
HÄWALESHKA, O.; BALAKRISHNAN, S.; KUMAR, V.:An Affordable Flexible Manufacturing System. . . *
TANAKA, Y.; MURAMATSU, R.; SOSHIRODA, M.; TAKAHASHI, K.:A Proposal and Analysis of Tri — Relation Forcasting and Contröl-Method: Designing and Automated Flexible Manufacturing and.Management System Based on Fusion Concept. . 127
YAMAZAKI.G.:Guidelines for Design and Performance Evaluation of ProductionLines Having Variable Operation Times and Limited in-ProcessInventory. 133
TÜCHELMANN.Y.:Material Flow Components for Automated FlexibleManufacturing. 139
NAKAMURA, N.; SHINGU; T.:Scheduling of Flexible Manufacturing Systems. 147
BEDNAREK,M.:The Selected Problems of FMS Application in Polish IndustrialPlants.. 153
ULRICH, P.:The Development of Highly Automated Flexible ManufacturingSystems in the GDR. , 157
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SEKULIC,S.,ST.:Determination of Cutting-Tool Reliability on FlexibleAutomatic Lines. . ' 163
SHEIKH, A. K.; HUSSAIN, S, J.; AHMAD, M.:Cutting Tool Reliability and Machining Economics when ToolWear Follows a Linear Nonstationary Random Wear Process. . 1 6 9
BEIER, H.: '• .A new CIM toolkit: Functionally Structured Hard-and Software .Allows for Easy Configuration and Worthwile Realisation ofTurnkey Production Systems. . 1 7 9
NMT: New Manufacturing Technologies 185
CHAJTMAN, S.;ZYZIK,M.: .The Identification of Information Processes in the Manufacturing. 187
CHINGHUA, C.; IN, J. V.; MING, Z. J.; TUNG, J.: GIN, J.:A Study of Technology pf Grinding and Polishing DiamondTurning Tool and Cemented Carbide Precision Turning Tool. • 193
SZUDER, A.; MARINESCU, I.D.; RIZEA, C.; KREMER, A.:A Theoretical and Experimental Study of the Influences onFlatLapping. • 198
WARNECKE, H. J.; STEINHILPER, R.:Remanufacturing of Products - Technologies and Appropriate-Product Design. 204
FUH,K.;H.;WANG,J.;L.:The Force Model of Creep-Feed Dry Grinding. 209
THIEL, S.;LUX,W.:Controlled Deformation — A Process to Increase Quality ofAutomated Adjustmentand Straightening. 213
GAVRILAS, I.; OPRAN, C.; MARINESCU, I. D.:Electrochemical Microboring with a CapülaryElectrodeMadeofGlass. 219
PPM: Production Planning and Control: New Methodologies 225
ARIZONO, I.;OHTA,H.:A Production Planning Based on the Minimum Kullback-LeiblerInformation. . 227
ZAMOJSKI.M.:Dynamic Algorithms of Choosing Production Process Variantsofa Set of Parts. • 232
TAKAHASHI, K.; MURAMATSU, R.; ISHII, K.:Design of Informations Sensoring and Feedback Method in .Production Ordering Systems. 236
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TANAKA, T.; SAWADA, Y.:Optimal Grouping of Inventory Items for a Common OrderCycle System. . . . . 242
KUSIAK,A.;CYRUS,J.P.: . 'Routing and Scheduling of Automated Guided Vehicles. , . . 247
INOUE, I.;KOUNO, H.; FUJII, S.:A Backward Simulation System for Production Management •Support. • • ' ' . . 252
MILL, F. G.;SPRAGGETT, S.: -. Process Planning with an Intelligent Knowledge Based System. 258
GONG, YING-RONG:On the Internal Control of Production Systems. 264
ICHIMURA, T.;MURAMATSU, R.:Screening System for Order Selection in Multiple ProcessorModel. *
ARCELUS, F. J.:Computational Issues Concerning the Discrete Time-ProportionalDemand Inventory Problem. . *
DAGLI, C. H..MERAL, F.S.:Multi Level Lot-Sizing Heuristics. . 270
PARLAR.M.:Optimal Ordering Decisions for Multiple Substitüitable Productswith Stochastic Demands. 277
KATAYAMA,H.:Optimal Policies for Balancing Order and Stock Variances inPeriodic Reordering System. *
PPA: Production Planning and Control: Applications 283
BEN-ARIEH, D.; MOODIE, C. L.; NOF, S. Y.:. Knowledge Based Control System for Automated Production
and Assembly. 285
ONARI, H.; KOBAYASHI, H.:Fast Scheduling Scheme for On-Line Production Control. 294
LI-YEN, SHUE:A Topedo Car Scheduling System in Steel Mill. • 300
KANG, S.fi.; HONG, S.fl.:A Study on the Facility Allocation to Multi-ProductProduction System. 304
TAMURA, T.; HITOMI, K:; KUMAGAI, T.:Determination of Lot-Size Minimizing the Average Leadtimefor Multi-Item Production on a Single Machine. 311
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KÜHNLE, H.:Integrated Material Requirement and Capacity Planning for FlowShop Production. 317
TABUCANON, M. T.; FARAHANI, U. V.:Solution Techniques for Inventory Replenishment Policieswith Linear Demand Trend. 320
TSUBONE, H.; SOSHIRODA, M.; MURAMATSU, R.:Production Model for Agricultural Processing Industry. 326
WAGHODEKAR, P. H.; SAHU, S.:Plant Layout with Multiple Objectives: PLAMO. ; 332
CC: Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing 337
IUDICA, N. R.:Application of Artificial Intelligence Techniques to ComputerAided Design: A Case Study. 339_
BERARD, Ch.; BRAUD, V.; DOUMEINGTS, G.:Guiding Techniques for Manufacturing System Using ArtificialIntelligence. 345
SCHEER,A.,W.:Data Communications between Production Planning and ControlSystems and Computer Aided Design/Computer AidedManufacturing. . 3 5 1
WITTER, D.:An Integrated Software System for Use Within the Design Office. 357
SOEDA,M.;AZUMA,Y.:An Application of a CAD/CAM in Software Productions. 362
KOSANKE, K.:CIM — Integration Beyond Manufacturing. . • 366
HUGHES, D. R.; MAULL, R. S.:Design of Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems. . 372
HANDKE, G.:Computer Integrated and Automated Manufacturing Systems inAircraft Manufacturing. 380
BALACHANDRA, R.:Successful Implementation of CAD/CAM . 389
OBA, F.; KATO, K.; YASUDA, K.; TSUMURA, T.:CAFPLAN-I: Computer Aided Factory Planning System - I. . 395
CHU,C.,C.;MOODIE,C, L.:An Adaptive Control Strategy for Material Handling Componentsin a Computer Integrated Manufacturing System. . 401
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HOLLIER, R. H.; SHACKLETON, P. J.:Computer-Aided Estimation. 409
EMAN,K. F.: 'A;New Approach to Form Accuracy Control in Machining. 416
FUH,K.,H.;WANG,G.,CH.;THAI,CH.,CH.:Computer Aided Design for Different Drill Geometries by theQuadratic Surface Model. 425
MARINESCU, I. D.; RUSE, G., H.; BODEA, I.:The Double Bunker — Utilization of the Computer in Design. 431
AA: Assembly Automation 439
GAIROLA, A.:Design Analysis for Automatic Assembly.
NEERLAND,H.:Workplace Organization in Flexible Automated Assembly Systems.
WARNECKE, H. J ; WALTHER, J.; SCHLAICH, G.:Flexible Automated Wiring Harness Assembly.
HOLMQVIST, U.; STHEN, T.:Flexible Assembly Automation with New Robot Station. 461
ADACHI, T.; KOBAYAKAWA,. S.; KOH, H.; INOUE, I.:Bridging the Gap between a Product Design Sector and aProduction Sector: CPnceptualization and a Support Tool. , 466
TANCHOCO.J. M. A.;OCCENA, L. G.: . • •• ..Unit Load Delivery Strategies for Assembly Lines. 472
WO: New Concepts in Work Organization ' 477
DAR-EL, E. M.: V " ;
An Organizational Structure for Productivity Imprpvement. 479
SVENSSON, L. C:Management and Quality Control. 485
KORNDOERFER.V.:Qualification in the Use of Industrial Robots. 491
FALCK.A.:Improvement of Productivity in Finnish Metal Industry inCooperation with Employers' and Employees' Organizations. 496
BROEDNER,P.:Skill Based Production - The Superior Concept to the"Unmanned Factory". 500
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FUJITA, A.; MIYAZAKI, H.; MURAMATSU, R.; YADA, H.:The Relationships among Workers' Desires and Design Factorsof Production Systems which Harmonize Workers' Desires withWorkshop Oroductivities. 506
KUBA,Y.;YAMAZAKI,G.:The Effective Machines Assignment to Fixed Number of Workers. 512
SASSANI.F.:Simulation of Intra-Cell Sub-Batch WorkloadTransfer in Group Technology Cells. 518
MIT AL, A.; CHALAKA, A.; KARWOWSKI, W.:The Demands and Responses of Machine Paced and Seif PacedMaterial Handling Tasks. 524
WATANABE.K.:Study on the Character of Workers by Job. 529
RS: Robots and Sensors 535
WALLACE, R. A. D.; GOLDENBERG, A. A.:A Tactile Sensor Incorporating PVF2 as the TransductionMedium. 537
MAURER, G. F.; GARBINI, J. L ; JORGENSEN, J. E ; LEE, K., L.:A Sensor for the On-Line Determination of Drille d HoleDimensional Parameters. • ' 544
RAU, N.; HÜBNER, G.:The Assessment of Surface Structures with an Opticäl Sensor. . 550
STRZELECKI, T. W.:Graphical Description of the Structure of DisplacementIndustrial Manipulator Driving Mechanisms. 555
DOEMENS, G.:Intelligent Sensors for Process - and Product Control. " 560
CHERRINGTON, J.; LEWIS, H. J.; TOWILL, D. R.:Predicting Performance Times of Robot Systems. 565
KO, B. K.;CHO,H. S.:Active Force Feedback Control for Assembly ProcessesUsing a Flexible and Sensible Robot Wrist. 571
YAP,K. T.;LWIN,D.:Optimization in Robotic Interfacing with AutomatedMaterials Handling. _ 578
KIM, S. D.; CHO, H. S.; LEE, C. W.:Performance Enhancement of a Grasping Force ControlSystem for Robot Grippers via a Modified On — Off Controller. 585
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STREET, N.J.; MIDDLE, J. E.; SHERPED, P. R.:Development of an Adaptive "Robotic Welding System. 591
HOENER, S.; MELLERT, F. TH,:Offline Programming of Industrial Robots. • 597
CS: Corporate Strategies 603
HIRAKI, S.:Designing a Management Information Decision System for the Short TermProfit Planning under Uncertainty. • 605
AHLMANN, H. R.:Capital Productivity, Maintenance Effectiveness and EconomicModels in Capital Intensive Manufacturing Systems. 611
JOHANNSON.M. I.:Effectiveness of Production Systems — a Problem ConcerningInformation to the Design Department. 616
LINDER, J.:Product Work Shop Organization - An Evaluation of the Impacton Production Management.
VÖGELE, A. A.; MACIEJEWSKI, P. G.:Office Automation as a Strategie Cimension.
PRIEST, J. W.:Implementing Design for Reliability and Producibility in theCorporate Computer-Aided Design Strategy. 633
IM: Industrial Engineering: Mathematical Models ' 637
AHMED, A.:Creative Thinking and Design. . 639
GERNERT.D.:Technological Systems of Extreme Complexity and Human .Cognitive Capacity. • • r • 645
TURKSEN,I. B.:Fuzzy Sets and Systems and its Applications in ProductionResearch. - 649
KLIR, G. J.; KORNWACHS, K.:Application of Reconstructability Analysis in IndustrialEngineering. •- • • • • *
KARWOWSKI, W.; EVANS, G. W.:Contributions of Fuzzy Methodologies to ProductionManagement.. ' 657
SCHMIGALLA, H.-Systems Equations — A Contribution to the Theory of DiscreteProduction Systems. ' • 663
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WARSCHAT, J.:Optimal Production Planhing for Cascaded ProductionInventory Systems. 669
ANDREATTA, G.; FILIPPINI, R.; JACUR, G. R.:Total Cost Minimization in Assembly Systems of Flexible Typeby Branch and Bound Techniques. 675
GOYAL, S. K.; MAHMOUD, E. H.:Determination of Economic Production Policy with DynamicDemand and Production Capacity Constraint. 680
TAWARA, N.; KAINUWA, Y.:A Study of Control on the Fluctuation of Production Quantityand Iventory Level . 685
MING, L.;JIAFU, B.:An Algorithm of Conjugate Direction Method in OptimizationDesign. 691
POWELL, N. K.:An Identification of four Examples of Fuzzy Set MembershipClasses in Production Function Modelling at Micro and MacroLevels. 695
ZELENOVIC, D. M.; COSIC, I. P.; SORMAZ, D. N.; SISARICA, Z. D.:An Approach to the Design of Production Systems of HigherEffectivity Level. 699
RASHED, A. F.; METWALLY, M. AL-KHALIF A, A.A.:A New Techniques for the Required Design Objectives andPerformance of Items. • 707
MOORE, J. M.:Quality Control Spreadsheets. 714
PICKETT, E. E.; WHITING, R. G.:Performance Monitoring Through In-Process Product QualityMeasurement. • 722
IC: Industrial Engineering: System Analysis & System Handlung 729
AHMED, A.:Management Information System for Industrial Projects. 731
LUBICZ, M.:Computer Aided Design of Organisation of Industrial QualityInspection. . 739
WORRALL, B. M.; SMITH, M. D.:Application of Computerized Time Study to Establish TimeStandards. 745
LETTERS.F.:Simulation as an Aid to Assembly Planning. 751
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JOHN, E.G. ;'HIGGINS,S.:An Analysis of the Performance Rating Ability of ExperiencedObservers. 757
KÖTHER,R.:Improving Productivity in Model Mix Assembly. 761
KUROSU, S.; SOSHIRODA, M.; MURAMATUS, R.:Analysis of Waiting Time and Idle Time in Job Shop. 767
BULLINGER, H.-J.; SCHAD, G.; LENTES, H.-P.:INTAKT — Interactive Assembly Line Balancing.. 773
IRETTICH, U.; SCHEIFELE, M.:
PRESIS - a Processor Tool for the Simulation of FlexibleAssembly Systems. 778
LEE, H. L.; ROSENBLATT, M. J.:Effects of In Process Inventory on an Assembly Line. 784
KORNWACHS, K.; SAUER, H.:A Simulation Model for Capacity Scheduling of AssemblySystems. 789
HORIUCHI, M.; FURUKAWA, H.:A Study of the Classificatipn Method for the Functiori ofMachine Parts Material in the Evaluation Method. 796
LEUNG, L. C.; TANCHOCO, J. M. A.:Economic Replacement of Multiple Machines. *
IC: Industrial Engineering: Case Studies 803
JUBIN,M.: . :
Tool Monitoring in a Flexible Turning Cell. . ... -' 805
GRIEVE, R. J.; GRIFFITHS, B. J.:A Further Economic Analysis of Multi-Cutting and DerformationRegion Tools. . 810
PARK, R. D.; PEIRCE, E. A.; GRIEVE, R. Ji:Some Aspects of the Preparation of Workpieces for Use in a Flexible
. Manufacturing System for Small Prismatic Parts. 819
KARLSSON, U.:Research & Development and Product Integration. 827
WORRALL, B. M.:A Problem in Material Flow in a Distribution Centre. 829
AUCH,M.:The Application of Multidimensional Scaling for RecognizingSimilarities and Production Planning. 835
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HE: Human Factors and Ergonomics
MURAMATSU, R.;.SOSHIRODA, M. • MIYAZAKI, H.; ISHII, K,; SEKI, Y.:The Influence of Factory Automation on Worker's Desires inManufacturing Industry. 843
ASHIKLK.:A Study of the Consciousness of the Eniployees Working forthe Subcontract Enterprises of the Automobile Industry in Japan. 849
DeJONG.J. R.:Organizational Aspects of the Consideration of Human Factorsin Industrial and other Organizations. *
PARSONS, R.; GLOBERSON, S.:Multi-Factor Incentive Schemes. 855
RAOUF, A.; OGAWA, I.; MOROOKA, K.:Effect of Information Load on Human Performance in Termsof Perceptual Motor Load and Heart Rate Variability in aTwo-Stage Combined Manual and Decision Task. 859
TURKSEN, LB.; MORAY, N.; FÜLLER, K.:A Linguistic Rule-Based Expert System for Mental Workload. , 865
FÄHNRICH, K. P.; RÄTHER, CH.:Human Computer Interaction in Production— a SystematicApproach to the Design of CNC - Tools. " 876
KUMASHIRO.M.:Aspects of a Common Mental Stress in Paced Work Conditions -Conveyor-Paced Work and Computor-Paced Work with VDU. ' . 882
KISHIDA, K.; SAITO, M.; HASEGAWA, T.:Workload of Managers and Time Structure of their Daily Livesin two Local Factories. . • - 888
HASEGAWA, T.:A Comparison of Middle to Elderly and Young Workers on Pain,Working Posture and Working Load. . *
KÜHN, F. M.; LAURIG, W.:Computer Aided Rating of Work Load when Applying MTM. 892
BAUER, W.; LORENZ, D.:New Methods of Ergonomie Work Design. 897
MITAL,A.:Use of Anthropometry and Dynamical Strenght in DevelöpingScreening and Placement Procedures for Workers. 903
FAHY, J.; GALLWEY, T. J.:An Application of Psychomotor Tests to Estimäte WorkerPerformance. 910
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Poster Sessions Abstracts
Flexible Manufacturing Systems And Manufacturing Technology 917
CHINGHUA, C.; FEE, M. J.:A Study of Various Factors Influence on Surface Roughnessin Microcutting of Non-ferrous Metal by Cemented CarbidePrecision Turning Tool & Diamond Turning Tool. 919
HAMMOUCHE, A.; WEBSTER, D.B.:Dynamic Modeling of a Multiclass FlexibleManufacturing System. 919
KUMAR, V.; HAWALESHKA, 0.; KAPUR, J. N.:A Comparison of Performance Measures for Closed and Semi-Open Network of Queues Models for Flexible ManufacturingSystems. 920
NOSOWSKI, W.; SANTAREK, K.:Simulation of Integrated Manufacturing Units. . 921
WIECZOROWSKI, K.; BRUKWICKI, J:; ANDREJEWSKI, M.:An Analysis of Friction Phenomenon in The Machining Processwith The Application of Additonal Current Flow via theContactZone. ' • •• . . • 921
WIECZ0R0WSKI„K.; BRUKWICKI, J.; ANDREJEWSKI, M.:The Control Elements of the Surface Layer State in the • •. •-•Technological Process of Cutting with the AdditonalCurrent in the Set. 922
Production, Planning & Control '. 923
ARMSTRONG, F. B.; TANCH0C0, J. M. A.:A Simulation Analysis of Order Release Strategies forCellular Manufacturing Systems. . **
CZARNY.T.:The Model of Planning Production and Repair Processes. • 925
DRISCOLL, J.:The Sequencing and Allocation of Machine-Centre Movesduring the Reorganisation of Production Facilities. **
ERSCHLER, J.; ROUBELLAT, F.; THURIOT, C:F. M. S. Control by Üsing Periodic Release Strategies. 925
FUJII, S.;SANDOH,H.:Production Planning of Multicommodity for Multiple Factories. 926
KASHIWADO, T.:Determination of Multi-Machine Assignments by a No-Mo Graph- The Case of the Same Product and the Same Machine —. 926
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SUMIYOSHI,K.:Production Planning of Seasonal Goods - Basic Rules andtheir Applications —. 927
WROBLEWSKI, K. J.; KRAWCZYNSKI, R.:Priority Rules in Production Flow Control. 927
ZAMOJSKI.M.:Probabilistic Model for Balancing Production Tasks andCapacities. 928
CAD/CAM . 929
FUH, K.-H.; CHANG, Y.-F.:A Geometrical Adaptive Control System for Conventional Lathe. 931
IWAINSKY, A.; MAY, M.; MEISSNER, A.; MENNECKE, P.:Computer-Aided Schematics in the Field of Factory Automation. 931
MILNER,D. A.:Computer Integrated Manufacturing System for Cold-RollingManufacture. •• • • : 932
AUTOMATION AND WORK-ORGANIZATION 933
ARNDT, G.: • • '. Towards Appropriately Balanced Factory Automation. 935
GIVENS, R.; JESWIET, J.:A Study of Small Foundry Automation. 935
KALTNEKAR,Z.:Rigidity or Elasticity of Production Planning. • 936.
WILSON, F.:Skill and its Meaning. 937
ROBOTS AND SENSORS 939
DAS, B.;HOUGH, C. L.:Improving Material Handling at the Workplace Through theUse of Industrial Robots. 941
HORNG, S.-Y.:A Robotic Drilling System with On-Line Sensing and QualityControl. 941
MARTIN, K. F.:A New Tactile Sensor. 942
MOHAMMAD, H. A. Al; OSORIO, A.; MOUHAMED M. Al:Tactile Image Acquisition by Toch Sensor. 942
RIVIN,E. I.:Optimization of Mechanical Linkages in Robot Manipulators. 943
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CORPORATE STRATEGIES 945
BLACKBURN, J.; MILLEN, R.; POPPER, E.:Process Based Strategies for Growth. 947
HIZUKA, S.;YAHAGL,T.: ' "A Poorly Performing Division can Revitalize a Company if itis Managed Strategically: An Empirical Study . 947
IMAI, H.;YAHAGI,T.:Degrees of Corporate Diversity and Diversification:'Their Impact on Corporate Performance. ' 948
MAGGARD, M. J ; GLOBERSON, S.:'Employee;Cross Training: A Croporate Strategy For IncreasingProductivity. 948
SPENGLER, M. L :Maximizing Corporate Productivity Gain Strategy ThroughTeambuilding and Group Creative Problem Solving. " 949
YAHAGI.T.:Test of Market Share Myth: Key Determinat of CorporateProfitability? 949
YAMANASHI, T.; YAHAGI, T.:Corporate's Competence in Formulation and Implementationof Strategy: Its impact on Corporate Performance. 950
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING 951
BORISOV, A.; NAGLIS, L.:Individuality Function Based Fuzzy Multi-Criteria Choice in theDesign of Multi-Robot Installations. 953
DAS,B.:Assessment of Alternative Assembly Line Arrangements withVariable Operation Time. ' 953
HAQ,A.:Application of a Computerized Line Balancing Technique. 954
MING, L.; CHUAN - QI, LI; MING, N. X.; XIAO - GE.Diagnosis of Rolling Bearing Malfunction. 954
NAKAYASU, H.:Development of Data Processing and Management InformationSystem in Fatigue Testing. 955
RAHIM,M. A.:An Expected Cost Model for Acceptance Sampling Plan whereVariables and Attributes Quality Characteristics of theProducts are Simultaneously Controlled. 955
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ROLL, Y.; ROSENBLATT, M. J.: :"Shifting" Policies in Warehouse. - 956
ZYMONIK,J.: .The Level Formation of Rejects Detectability in a ProductionCell. 956
HUMAN FACTORS AND ERGONOMICS 957
CHERRINGTON, J. E.; LIPPERT, S.; TOWILL, D. R.:The Effect of Prior Experience on Learning Curve Parameters. . . 959
KUME, Y.; MURATA, A.; HASHIMOTO, F.:Effects of Localized Vibration on the Ability of Discriminationfor the Difference of Surface Roughness through Tactile Sense. 959
MAEDA, S.;KUME,Y.:Temporary Threshold Shift of Finger-Tip Vibratiory SensationInduced by Exposure to Intermittent Vibration. 960
SHAN,H. S.:Man-Machine System Analysis ofWelding. 960
** Abstract was not available.