Assembly Automation: Volume 27 Issue 2

MagneMotion's linear synchronous motor (LSM) driven assembly automation and material handling system designs

This paper aims to introduce novel linear synchronous motor (LSM) driven assembly automation and material handling system designs with examples.

GMM Luton examines the case for more robots to boost van output

This paper seeks to describe how GM Manufacturing Luton in the UK is examining the case for raising the number of installed robots as a means of increasing van assembly for when…

Developments in real‐time control with EtherNet/IP

Ethernet continues to evolve as a viable fieldbus technology for industrial automation. This paper seeks to discuss the development of the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) for…

MediSeal GmbH improves pharmaceutical packaging efficiency for small batch sizes

This paper aims to describe the advances made by a particular pharmaceutical packaging machinery manufacturer for dealing with short product runs.

Teleoperated assembly of a micro‐lens system by means of a micro‐manipulation workstation

The aim of the research is to perform an accurate micromanipulation task, the assembly of a lens system, implementing safe procedures in a flexible microrobot‐based workstation…

Optimizing robotic part feeder throughput with queueing theory

This paper aims to study a commercially available industrial part feeder that uses an industrial robot arm and computer vision system. Three conveyor belts are arranged to…

Materials flow improvement in a lean assembly line: a case study

This paper seeks to analyse the internal materials flow in lean manufacturing in an assembly line of the Bosch factory, located in Spain. The objective is to develop a handling…

Force control experiments for industrial applications: a test case using an industrial deburring example

The main objective of this paper is to report the development of an indirect force control strategy designed to operate with industrial robotic deburring applications. More…

Assembly sequence planning of automobile body components based on liaison graph

This paper presents an algorithm for the generation of mechanical assembly sequences.

No PLC required for new Cognex Checker sensor

Insight IC fastening controller

Laser-sintering cuts Jaguar's development and manufacturing costs

ESSEMTEC introduces SP003-V semiautomatic stencil printer with vision

Wiedenbach presents its new ink jet printer generation

Patents abstracts

Modern adhesive technology: a cutting-edge technology in automobile manufacture

Rapid manufacturing produces parts faster and less expensively

Trends in small parts assembly automation

Web sites

Bonding technology in cars: adhesives instead of rivets, screws and welding

CenitDesktop launches CATIA Composites software

RTS packs variety into a cost-saving solution

Sigma workstations available from Contax

Guy Neyret makes the difference with vision

Innovative Harmonic Drive mini DC servo actuators reduce system build time and costs

Diary

New compact surface mounter features enhanced accuracy and dramatically reduced maintenance

Dassault Systèmes and System@tic Competitive Cluster catalyze innovation with digital production

Manufacturing is moving to the top of the corporate agenda, finds new book from Booz Allen Hamilton

Speed adds flexibility