This book introduces readers to the many variables and constraints involved in planning and scheduling complex systems, such as airline flights and university courses. Students will become acquainted with the necessity for scheduling activities under conditions of limited resources in industrial and..
Providing a clear definition and understanding of what MES is and how it works, Applying Manufacturing Execution Systems is the book for anyone who has the responsibility of improving their company's manufacturing process. It shows how to tie the many variables of manufacturing into a better product..
Whether new on the job, or brushing up to implement the latest technology, Back to Basics: Your Guide to Manufacturing Excellence gives readers the information they need to become an expert - quickly. Based on the popular "Back to Basics" columns that appear in the magazine APICS: The Performance Ad..
Illustrating techniques in model development, signal processing, data reconciliation, process monitoring, quality assurance, intelligent real-time process supervision, and fault detection and diagnosis, Batch Fermentation offers valuable simulation and control strategies for batch fermentation appli..
Covers the various aspect engineers must master to become entrepreneurs. This book begins with an exploration of the Industrial Evolution, theorizing how small corporations may begin to take the industrial lead position, much like the evolution from huge brontosaurus to small mammal...
The fully revised New Edition of Global Logistics and Distribution Planning: Strategies for Management provides practical information on all the current and future trends in logistics and distribution. Written by experts, this book provides new insights into the most significant aspects of logistics..
This book includes essential research in the field of sustainable intelligent manufacturing and related topics, making a significant contribution to further development of these fields. The volume covers wide range of topics such as eco design and innovation, energy efficiency, green and smart manuf..
This book elucidates Kansei Engineering, defining the technology, its methods, and the developmental process related to designing a product. It details how to construct the intelligent computer system to support new product development using the neural network model and fuzzy logic...
Fixtures are used in manufacturing to secure working devices. They help insure conformity, accuracy, efficiency, and interchangeability; their reliability is crucial. This book introduces and implements a new methodology for more flexible fixture design and manufacturing processes, and develops the ..
An introduction to the Theory of Constraints (TOC), this book helps busy executives and professionals quickly learn and implement TOC principles. Introduction to the Theory of Constraints (TOC) Management System organizes several proven TOC principles, processes, and solutions into a TOC management ..
Providing a guided tour through each stage of the process, this book explores how to apply Kansei/Affective Engineering. The text includes many applied examples in areas such as automotive, home electrics, appliances, cosmetics, packaging, and e-commerce business...