Applying fuzzy logic and constraint networks to a problem of manufacturingflexibility

Citation
M. Zukin et Re. Young, Applying fuzzy logic and constraint networks to a problem of manufacturingflexibility, INT J PROD, 39(14), 2001, pp. 3253-3273
Citations number
49
Categorie Soggetti
Engineering Management /General
Journal title
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PRODUCTION RESEARCH
ISSN journal
00207543 → ACNP
Volume
39
Issue
14
Year of publication
2001
Pages
3253 - 3273
Database
ISI
SICI code
0020-7543(200109)39:14<3253:AFLACN>2.0.ZU;2-0
Abstract
The primary contribution is to present an application of fuzzy logic and co nstraint networks to a problem of manufacturing flexibility. The paper begi ns with a literature review showing the different approaches when measuring manufacturing flexibility. Next, it provides a brief review of fuzzy logic and its applications, explaining how it enhances the ability to model flex ibility strategies. Then, the application is presented and its utility is d emonstrated with an example from the production of printed circuit boards. Finally, the paper concludes with comments on how this model could be expan ded to other applications.