Title :
Computer integrated manufacturing: a structural perspective
Author :
Kusiak, Andrew ; Heragu, Sunderesh S.
Author_Institution :
Manitoba Univ., Winnipeg, Man., Canada
fDate :
5/1/1988 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The main components and functional areas of a typical computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM) system are examined. The database structures needed to support integrated industrial applications are discussed. Key issues in applying manufacturing communications are addressed. The impact of machine layout on manufacturing communication is considered.<>
Keywords :
computer networks; database management systems; manufacturing computer control; manufacturing data processing; protocols; CIM; computer networks; computer-integrated manufacturing; database structures; integrated industrial applications; machine layout; manufacturing communications; protocols; Communication standards; Communication system control; Computer aided manufacturing; Computer integrated manufacturing; Control systems; Data communication; ISO standards; Manufacturing systems; Production facilities; Protocols;
Journal_Title :
Network, IEEE
