Group Technology And Cellular (Automation and Production Systems,)

Cellular formation is one of the most active areas of manufacturing research because efficient cells are vital to competitive manufacturing. Issues discussed relate to the development, implementation, and evaluation of machine manufacturing systems. Focusing on how machines are chosen for tasks and how they are grouped into efficient and cost- effective assemblies, the editors surveyed the current body of research and provide the latest techniques, methodologies, algorithms and tools for practical implementation considering today's computerized and automated manufacturing environment.