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This paper describes research conducted in the context of an industrial case dealing with the design of re configurable cellular manufacturing systems. Reconfiguring such systems represents a complex task due to the interdependences between the constituent subsystems. A novel computational tool was developed to support the production engineers in (sub) system configuration by enabling to consider...
The paper treats a setup for introducing systems engineering to undergraduate (Bachelor) students. The teaching module challenges students, and provides them with ample opportunity to employ the systems engineering process, tools and thinking. Through reflection, the students make the learning outcomes explicit. Based on the setup we recommend to teach a technically challenging subject adjacent to...
The efficiency of production systems largely influences the profitability in the automotive industry. Recent trends challenge traditional manufacturing concepts and promote the adoption of more flexible approaches. Reconfigurable manufacturing systems have key characteristics that make them a potential solution for the prevalent issues. Decision makers can change the configuration of the manufacturing...
An uncertain business environment makes organizations seek for rather flexible approaches to manufacturing. The concept of reconfigurable cellular manufacturing systems (RCMS) may represent a viable solution, as the possibilities to rearrange the modular system resources enable to balance system capabilities and capacity. Yet at an early stage of designing the RCMS, decision-makers implicitly set...
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