Catalog Course Description

A study of dedicated and flexible manufacturing systems through the design, building and testing of a flexible manufacturing cell that produes a discrete family of parts. Design of part transfer, tooling, sensing, production control and integrated inspection systems will be emphasized.

Course Goals

Students design a functional, multi-operation production system for a family of parts developed in MFGE-405. System design includes selection, setup and operation of appropriate processes. System design also includes development of material transfer systems, part holding and tool guidance devices, design and implementation of a sensing and control architecture, integration of quality assurance mechanisms, and employment of sound safety considerations.