Title :
The hierarchy of communication networks in the programmable assembly cell: an experimental framework
Author :
Puusaari, Pertti ; Sintonen, Leo ; VirValo, Tapio
Author_Institution :
Tampere Univ. of Technol., Finland
fDate :
5/1/1988 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The concept of the programmable assembly cell is introduced. The idea of the distribution is adopted at machine level, and the use of independent intelligent actuators is described. The novel types of communication problems caused by this high-level distribution are examined. A hierarchical communication subsystem consisting of in-cell and in-machine communication networks is presented as a solution. Laboratory equipment built to study these problems is described.<>
Keywords :
assembling; computer networks; electric actuators; manufacturing computer control; telecommunication networks; communication networks; hierarchical communication subsystem; high-level distribution; independent intelligent actuators; laboratory equipment; machine level distribution; programmable assembly cell; Assembly; Automatic control; Communication networks; Communication system control; Computational modeling; Intelligent actuators; Intelligent networks; Intelligent sensors; Manufacturing automation; Production;
Journal_Title :
Network, IEEE
