In this paper, scheduling problems in Flexible Manufacturing Cells (FMC) are studied. The scheduling objective is to minimize the makespan. We used a genetic algorithm (GA) for solving the optimization scheduling problem. We have developed one FMC with industrial characteristics with the objective of studying scheduling problems in these types of manufacturing systems (single machine scheduling...

 This paper considers a bi-objective scheduling problem in a flexible manufacturing cell (FMC) which minimizes the maximum completion time (i.e., makespan) and maximum tardiness simultaneously. A new mathematical model is considered to reflect all aspect of the manufacturing cell. This type of scheduling problem is known to be NP-hard. To cope with the complexity of such a hard problem, a genet...

In this paper, we propose an approach, using Coloured Petri Nets (CPN) for modelling flexible manufacturing systems. We illustrate our methodology for a Flexibte Manufacturing Cell (FMC) with three machines and three robots. We also consider the analysis of t h e FMC for deadlocks using the invariant analysis of CPNs.

The present investigation presents a stochastic model for a flexible manufacturing system consisting of flexible machine, loading/unloading robot and an automated pallethandling device. We consider unreliable flexible manufacturing cell (FMC) wherein machine and robot operate under individual as well as common cause random failures. The pallethandling system is completely reliable. The pallet o...

A simulation model was developed and tested using Taylor II to justify the implementation of a Flexible Manufacturing Cell (FMC). The current production capacity at the existing Continuous Flow (CF) assembly line must be increased and among other proposals, a FMC is highly recommended. Simulation models are developed, tested, verified, and the model sensitivity is evaluated. The simulation mode...

. Object-oriented modelling provides a new point of view to focus a flexible manufacturing system using organized models similar to the Flexible Manufacturing Cell (FMC) presented in this paper which composed by Flexible Manufacture Modules (FMMs) and an automated guided vehicle (AGV). The implemented FMC working with revolution specimens, with predetermined measures length, are composed mainly...

The actual need for rising the productivity and flexibility of the manufacturing systems requires the use of new technologies and methodologies. Particularly, Flexible Manufacturing Cells (FMC) are the field where better results can be obtained. FMC are highly adaptable to changes in the market and in the product, due to their flexibility. This flexibility only is possible if we use programmabl...

Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS) are essential for small/medium batch and job shop manufacturing. These types of production systems are used to manufacture a considerable variety of products with medium/small production volumes. Therefore, the manufacturing platforms supporting these types of production must be flexible and organized in Flexible Manufacturing Cells (FMC). Programming FMC's ...

Flexible manufacturing cells (FMCs) often operate with increasing failure rate due to extensive utilization and wear-outs of equipment. While maintenance plans can eliminate wear-out failures, random failures are still unavoidable. This paper discusses a procedure that combines simulation and analytical models to analyze the effects of corrective, preventive, and opportunistic maintenance polic...

Machine sequence flexibility is defined as the combination of operation and routing flexibilities in this study. Its importance performance level a flexible manufacturing cell (FMC) investigated Studies related to effects various types, such flexibility, are available literature. For example, studies try measure on levels systems under their own environments. Similarly, study also aims present ...