Industrial Research Limited (IRL) has engaged in world leading research in the area of automated beef processing. Two innovative applications of automation are beef belly ripping and beef brisket sawing. The challenges faced in these applications, the methods used to meet them and the results achieved are described.

A framework is brieey introduced, which supports the comparison of Neural Networks and Evolutionary Algorithms. This framework, called \Adaptive Sampling", was used for the design of two incomplete 3-SAT methods. The rst one is based on the Neural Network approach, and the second method mixes general features of Neural Networks and Evolutionary Algorithms (EAs). These methods have been tested a...

The performance of complex polyrhythms-rhythms where the left and right hand move at different rates-is usually the province of highly trained individuals. However, studies in which hand movement is guided haptically show that even novices can perform polyrhythms with no or only brief training. In this study, we investigated whether novices are able to tap with one hand by matching different ra...

The paper deals with the drive options of mechanical presses and their influence on energy efficiency. Although main focus is efficiency, we also emphasize design operational issues. press machine divided into two separate sections – side side. its efficiency described using an balance formula. We quantify for 80 MN forging press. describe eight different types drives from a typical flywheel to...