Assembly Features: definition, classification, and usefulness in sequence planning

Hamid Ullah, Erik L.J. Bohez and M.A. Irfan

International Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2009, vol. 4, issue 2, 111-132

Abstract: Unique definition and classification of assembly feature are presented. Assembly feature's definition is provided using the concept of assembly intents. Assembly features classification is done based on useful assembly-specific information. Assembly features provide information that result in a smaller number of assembly sequences that have to be checked in assembly sequence optimisation. Due to the reduction in assembly sequences, AND/OR graph not only reduces considerably but also becomes very simple. This can result in a significant reduction in the computation time for assembly sequence planning. Real-life examples are given to demonstrate how assembly features are useful in sequence planning.

Keywords: assembly features; assembly intents; precedence relationship; feature classification; ASP; assembly sequences; sequence planning; AND/OR graph. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2009
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