可重构制造系统的可重构控制器

可重构控制器是可重构制造系统的重要组成部分之一。该文提出了可重构控制器的体系结构。分析了实现可重构制造系统的可重构控制的方法。仿真研究表明可重构控制是实现可重构制造系统控制系统可重构的有效方法。     

计算机辅助可重构制造系统设计

可重构制造系统是为了快速而准确地提供响应新的高层需求所需的生产能力和生产同一零件族内的新零件所需的制造功能，从一开始就设计成可面向系统级和生产资源级快速而又以有竞争力的成本重构的制造系统，文中分析了可重构制造系统的设计方法及其特征，提出了计算机辅助可重构制造系统设计这一新的研究方向，说明了包括动态适应学习识别机制，建模分析与性能优化，专家系统、集成设计等模块的设计机辅助可重建制造系统设计的流程，实现了可重构制造系统的集成设计。     

可重构制造系统的模糊综合评价研究及其PB实现

针对目前可重构制造系统评价体系的不足,根据可重构制造系统的特点和要求,以某研究所机械加工车间为研究对象,从工程应用的实际出发,构建了一个较为完备的可重构制造系统的评价体系模型,并通过层次分析法对可重构制造系统的各级指标进行量化,在此基础上,运用模糊综合评价方法对系统进行综合评价打分,从而达到对系统的可重构性进行控制的目的。并借助PowerBuilder软件进行评价界面的设计,解决了复杂的计算问题,提高评价的准确度与时效性。     

基于机器人的可重构装配系统

本文分析了市场全球化给企业带来的挑战和机遇 ,提出了基于机器人的可重构装配系统 .在分析国外在可重构制造领域的研究状况的基础上 ,提出了基于机器人可重构装配系统的设计内容和方法 ,并提出了可重构装配系统今后需研究的方向     

可重构制造系统的多Agent模型

论文在介绍可重构制造系统重构方法的基础上,给出了可重构制造系统多Agent模型的结构,并详细描述了基于该模型的可重构车间加工系统的重构算法,最后对重构算法进行仿真验证了该算法的可行性。     

可重构制造系统的合弄结构研究

可重构制造系统在激烈的市场竞争和产品品种、产品数量陡变的环境中,能够快速重构制造系统环境。该文采用合弄结构对制造系统的基本结构框架进行了分析,建立了基于合弄结构的可重构制造系统的结构框架。     

可重构制造系统重构算法的实例研究

可重构制造系统（RcMS)的模型及其重构算法是可重构制造系统的形式化表示，是研究RcMS优化的理论基础，基于赋时可重构Petri网的可重构制造系统模型（TRPN－RcMS)及其重构算法是RcMS的形式化表示方法之一。文中以实例对RcMS重构算法进行说明和论证。首先假设一个RcMS的实例系统；然后，根据RcMS的当前系统组成及其生成计划生成RcMS当前系统的TRPN－RcMS模型；最后，根据RcMS重构后的系统组成及其生产计划的变化情况，利用RcMS的TRPN－RcMS模型的重构算法，生成重构后的系统的TRPN－RcMS模型。     

基于RMC的可重构制造系统设备布局优化研究*

为实现多品种变批量生产制造系统阵列式布局的动态重构,提出一种新的设备布局优化方法.建立了可重构制造系统(RMS)设备优化选择数学模型,设计了基于蚁群优化和阶序聚类算法的可重构制造单元(RMC)动态重构算法.以交货期内最小成本为目标,引入系统复杂度和系统响应度从系统能力角度完善了实现RMS重构的约束条件,最终完成了可重构制造系统设备布局优化.最后通过布局实例仿真验证该方法的可行性和有效性.     

利用决策支持系统分析可重构制造系统中的问题

可重构制造系统是面向新世纪的先进制造模式 .本文提出利用决策支持系统解决可重构制造系统所面临的重构决策问题 ,在系统决策、加工单元布局、以及可重构产品的生产计划问题上采用智能化算法 ,可以得到满意的结果     

制造系统的可重构布局设计

研究重构系统的新布局具有重要的理论与实际意义 .本文讨论了制造系统可重构布局研究的目标、对象、基础及研究范畴 ,提出了利用模拟退火方法寻找重构布局最优解的搜索算法 .仿真实验验证了算法的有效性     

Design of reconfigurable manufacturing systems

This paper explains the rationale for the development of reconfigurable manufacturing systems, which possess the advantages both of dedicated lines and of flexible systems. The paper defines the core characteristics and design principles of reconfigurable manufacturing systems (RMS) and describes the structure recommended for practical RMS with RMS core characteristics. After that, a rigorous mathematical method is introduced for designing RMS with this recommended structure. An example is provided to demonstrate how this RMS design method is used. The paper concludes with a discussion of reconfigurable assembly systems.     

Modeling of reconfigurable manufacturing systems based on colored timed object-oriented Petri nets

To cope with the rapid change in manufacturing market requirements, reconfigurable manufacturing systems (RMSs) with the feature of reconfigurability, have to be developed. A model that describes the reconfiguring process of a manufacturing system is developed by applying colored timed object-oriented Petri nets. Based on the main difference between configurations of RMSs and flexible manufacturing systems (FMSs), a modular hierarchical structure of RMS is developed. By the object-oriented method, all the object classes in the RMS model are identified. A macro-place is used to model the aggregation of many processes and a macro-transition is used to link all the related macro-places. Macro-places and macro-transitions are connected with arcs to form a Petri net named a macro-level Petri net so that the control logic of RMS is represented. The macro-level Petri net is refined by hierarchical steps, each step describing these macro-places by more detailed sub macro-places until all the macro-places cannot be divided. Then the characteristics of material flow and time constraints in RMS are modeled by applying colored tokens and associated time-delay attributes. This model integrates object-oriented methods, stepwise refinement ideas and Petri nets together. The RMS activities can be encapsulated and modularized by the proposed method, so that RMS can be easily constructed and investigated by the system developers.     

Reconfiguration point decision method based on dynamic complexity for reconfigurable manufacturing system (RMS)

To address the problem of how to identify the best time to implement reconfiguration for the reconfigurable manufacturing system (RMS), a dynamic complexity-based RMS reconfiguration point decision method is proposed. This method first identifies factors that affect RMS dynamic complexity (including both positive and negative complexity) at the machine tool and manufacturing cell levels. Next, based on information entropy theory, a quantitative model for RMS dynamic complexity is created, which is solved via state probability analysis for processing capability and the processing function. This model is combined with cusp catastrophe theory to establish an RMS reconfiguration decision model. Both positive and negative complexity are control variables for cusp catastrophe. Cusp catastrophe’s state condition is used to identify RMS state catastrophe at the final stage of production. This catastrophe point is the RMS reconfiguration point. Finally, the case study result shows that this method can effectively identify the RMS state catastrophe moment so that system reconfiguration is implemented promptly to improve RMS’s responsiveness to the market.     

Towards a generic design method for reconfigurable manufacturing systems: Analysis and synthesis of current design methods and evaluation of supportive tools

In today’s global manufacturing environment, changes are inevitable and something that every manufacturer must respond to and take advantage of, whether it is in regards to technology changes, product changes, or changes in the manufacturing processes. The reconfigurable manufacturing system (RMS) meets this challenge through the ability to rapidly and efficiently change capacity and functionality, which is the reason why it has been widely labelled the manufacturing paradigm of the future. However, design of the RMS represents a significant challenge compared to the design of traditional manufacturing systems, as it should be designed for efficient production of multiple variants, as well as multiple product generations over its lifetime. Thus, critical decisions regarding the degree of scalability and convertibility of the system must be considered in the design phase, which affects the abilities to reconfigure the system in accordance with changes during its operating lifetime. However, in current research it is indicated that conventional manufacturing system design methods do not support the design of an RMS and that a systematic RMS design method is lacking, despite the fact that numerous contributions exist. Moreover, there is currently only limited evidence for the breakthrough of reconfigurability in industry. Therefore, the research presented in this paper aims at synthesizing current contributions into a generic method for RMS design. Initially, currently available design methods for RMS are reviewed, in terms of classifying and comparing their content, structure, and scope, which leads to a synthesis of the reviewed methods into a generic design method. In continuation of this, the paper includes a discussion of practical implications related to carrying out the design, including an identification of potential challenges and an assessment of which tools that can be applied to support the design. Conclusively, further areas for research are indicated, which provides valuable knowledge of how to develop and realize the benefits of reconfigurability in industry.     

Trends and perspectives in flexible and reconfigurable manufacturing systems

To better understand future needs in manufacturing and their enabling technologies, a survey of experts in manufacturing has been conducted. The survey instrument (i.e., questionnaire) tries to assess the experience to date with the use of flexible manufacturing systems (FMS) and to examine the potential roles and enabling technologies for reconfigurable manufacturing systems (RMS). The results show that two-thirds of respondents stated that FMSs are not living up to their full potential, and well over half reported purchasing FMS with excess capacity (which was eventually used) and excess features (which in many cases were not eventually used). They identified a variety of problems associated with FMS, including training, reconfigurability, reliability and maintenance, software and communications, and initial cost. However, despite these issues, nearly 75% of respondent expressed their desire to purchase additional, or expand existing FMSs. The experts agreed that RMS (which can provide exactly the capacity and functionality needed, exactly when needed) is a desirable next step in the evolution of production systems. The key enabling technologies for RMS were identified as modular machines, open-architecture controls, high-speed machining, and methods, training and education for the operation of manufacturing systems.     

RMS design methodology for automotive framing systems BIW

Today, markets increasingly require more customized products, with shorter life cycles. In response, manufacturing systems have evolved from mass production techniques, through flexible automation and mass customization, to produce at mass production costs. Manufacturing facilities must incorporate more flexibility and intelligence, evolving toward reconfigurable manufacturing systems (RMS). RMS are amid to posses such flexibility and responsiveness and said to be the next generation of world class systems. RMS are designed for rapid change in structure and for a quickly adjustable production capacity. This paper proposes a new methodology (high level process) of framework using flexible and reconfigurable manufacturing systems principles for automotive framing systems as well as to provide a guideline to support the structure of different stages of the design methodology. The proposed methodology is presented through a case study using data based on actual production systems of three different styles; (process and design data) which supports the hypothesis of the research.     

Assessment of reconfiguration schemes for Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems based on resources and lead time

Reconfigurable manufacturing equipment is developed to meet the growing demand for more agile production. Agile manufacturing technology can improve the turnover of a company if it enables fast market introduction for volume production. Modular reconfiguration, defined as changing the structure of the machine, enables larger variation of products on a single manufacturing system; these solutions are called Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems (RMS). The quality of RMS, and the required resources to bring it to reliable production, is largely determined by a swift execution of the reconfiguration process. This paper proposes a method to compare alternatives for the ways to implement reconfiguration. Three classes of reconfiguration are defined to distinguish the impact of the proposed alternatives. The procedure uses a recently introduced index method for development of RMS process modules, based on the Axiomatic Design methodology. Weighting factors are used to calculate the resources and lead time needed to implement the reconfiguration process. Application of the method leads to quick comparison of alternatives in the early stage of development. Successful execution of the method was demonstrated for the manufacturing process of a 3D measuring probe.     

Automatic Reconfiguration of Petri Net Controllers for Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems With an Improved Net Rewriting System-Based Approach

The advent of reconfigurable manufacturing systems (RMSs) has given rise to a challenging problem, i.e., how to reconfigure rapidly and validly a RMS supervisory controller in response to frequent changes in the manufacturing system configuration driven by fluctuating market. This paper presents an improved net rewriting system (INRS)-based method for automatic reconfiguration of Petri net (PN) supervisory controllers for RMS. We begin with presenting the INRS which overcomes the limitations of the net rewriting system and can dynamically change the structure of a PN without damaging its important behavioral properties. Based on INRS, a method for design reconfigurable PN controllers of RMS is introduced. Subsequently, we presented an INRS-based method for rapidly automatic reconfiguration of this class of PN controllers. In the reconfiguration method, changes in a RMS configuration can be formalized and act on an existing controller to make it reconfigure rapidly into a new one. Noticeably, no matter the design or reconfiguration, the expected behavioral properties of the resultant PN controllers are guaranteed. Thus, efforts for verification of the results can be avoided naturally. We also illustrate the reconfiguration of a PN controller for a reconfigurable manufacturing cell.     

基于多Agent的可重构制造系统集成模型

应用控制、管理和维护一体化的自动化技术,建立了基于多Agent的可重构制造系统RMS（Reconfigurable Manufacturing System）集成模型。该模型集成了基于多Agent 的RMS重构模型、控制模型和故障诊断模型,将RMS的控制、管理和维护联系起来,并给出了该模型的UML（Unified Modeling Langurage）活动图,最后举例验证了模型的可行性。