Author:Xing, B; Nelwamondo, Fulufhelo V; Battle, K; Gao, W; Marwala, TDate:Dec 2009This work focuses on the design and control of a novel hybrid manufacturing system: Reconfigurable Cellular Manufacturing System (RCMS) by using Artificial Intelligence (AI) approach. It is hybrid as it combines the advantages of Cellular ...Read more
Author:Xing, B; Tlale, NS; Bright, GDate:Dec 2008Manufacturing companies are faced with the challenge of unpredictable, high frequency market changes in both local and international markets. Two types of conventional manufacturing system: dedicated manufacturing system (DMS) and flexible ...Read more