In: Journal of Materials Processing Technology, Vol. 24; Proceedings of the International Conference on Developments in Forming Technology, 1990, Lisbon, Portugal, pages 453-462. December 1990.
Abstract: This paper simulates the flexibility in forming operations by integrating the forming tools and multi robot assembly systems, highlighting its advantages. The hierarchical problems encountered by Flexible Automated Forming and Assembly Systems are explicitly discussed using a typical illustration. These are shown to be better solved by modelling and analyzing the system with the aid of Petri Nets.
Keywords: flexible automated forming system; (multi) robot assembly system; supporting net hierarchy problems (solved by nets).