Production data analysis within a contemporary metalworking SME
by R. W. Bagshaw, S. T. Newman
International Journal of Materials and Product Technology (IJMPT), Vol. 13, No. 3/4/5/6, 1998

Abstract: This paper reports ongoing research into a workshop oriented PC-based machining and inspection facility within an holonically enhanced SME. It identifies a novel manufacturing and inspection framework which is supported by the use of information models. A major feature of the framework is the ability to produce rapid manufacturing control through feedback data from both the inspection and production data analysis activities in order to influence the regeneration of NC part programs for the machining of discrete prismatic components. The major contribution of this paper explores a Production Data Analysis concept which consists of three major constituents, machine and inspection planning, comparative tolerance analysis and manufacturing data analysis. The applicability of the work is expressed in the context of a holonically enhanced SME through the use of three product quality scenarios.

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