The new hybrid rule-based tool to evaluate processes in manufacturing

The aim of our study was to verify if rule-based reasoning systems could be successfully applied for integration of different models and tools which are used for solving complex decision problems in technological design. Engineering problems are unique and differ from typical problems in the domain...

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Published in:International journal of advanced manufacturing technology 2015-08, Vol.79 (9-12), p.1733-1745
Main Authors: Macioł, A., Macioł, P., Jȩdrusik, St, Lelito, J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
CAE) and Design
Computer simulation
Computer-Aided Engineering (CAD
Engineering
Foundries
Industrial and Production Engineering
Iterative methods
Management systems
Mechanical Engineering
Media Management
Optimization
Optimization techniques
Original Article
Reasoning
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Summary:The aim of our study was to verify if rule-based reasoning systems could be successfully applied for integration of different models and tools which are used for solving complex decision problems in technological design. Engineering problems are unique and differ from typical problems in the domain of management. To solve those problems, an iterative search of the most suitable solutions must be carried out. This puts a pressure on researchers to utilize optimization techniques in connection with simulation methods. Our research is focused on the usage of rule-based reasoning systems for solving simple decision problems, and their integration with highly-specialized tools. This research has been conducted at one of metal foundries, within the scope of supporting technological decisions. A dedicated platform was used in the research, which is tailored for such applications, i.e., Business and Technological Rules Management System REBIT. REBIT system has been developed at the Faculty of Management at the AGH University of Science and Technology in Cracow. In this paper, we prove that the rule-based approach could provide means to integrate all stages of technological design. This kind of approach has been successfully applied in the Business Rules Management Systems.
ISSN:0268-3768
1433-3015
DOI:10.1007/s00170-015-6860-5