(1) Processing basic module (PMP: ProcessMachinePrimilives):
Mainly used to process and change the state of raw materials, such as extrusion, drilling, milling and so on. The functionality of the basic module is similar to existing processing equipment, but for modules, the most important thing is to follow precise, pre-defined, exemplary and controllable standards.
(2) Modular drive unit (MAE: ModularActuatorElements):
Mainly used to complete the movement of the task components.
(3) Modular tools and fixtures (MTJ: ModularTooling and Jigging):
This is a tool and fixture module that matches the machining basic module and the modular drive unit.
(4) Reconfigurable Control System (CCS: ConfigurableControlSystem):
Programs, instructions, and synchronized information networks that include various modular manufacturing system subsystems.
Modular manufacturing systems are designed primarily for hardware selection and task configuration, so the corresponding tools are required. Due to the modularity of the manufacturing system, the feasibility of the product manufacturing, the cost and the recovery of the investment can be accurately determined at the product design stage.
The modular manufacturing system can effectively reduce parts transportation, feeding, etc. by establishing an integrated “JustInPlace†part processing and assembly system, eliminating the resulting “assembly bottlenecks†and significantly reducing Cost, because the transportation cost of parts often accounts for 20% of the cost of parts.
The advantage of a modular manufacturing system is that for new products, the simplification of the production system due to standard modularity, combined with automation, will help significantly shorten the production cycle. Because the design of modular manufacturing systems is highly automated and the hardware is modular, low-cost production systems can be quickly designed and reconfigured.
The modular manufacturing system can establish a rental market for modular manufacturing systems due to its easy construction, wide adaptability of modules and strong reconfigurability. In this market, a modular manufacturing system leasing company was established, which prepares a large number of different manufacturing system standard modules. Various processing basic modules, modular drive units, modular tools and fixtures, and reconfigurable control systems can be supplied to companies that need to build new product manufacturing systems (equipment, production lines, assembly lines). Companies can quickly build systems that support the production of new products within a few days. When the product is no longer in production, the modular manufacturing system can be easily removed and the modules returned to the rental company. Of course, there is also a need for a company that designs and manufactures these modules.
How to build a modular manufacturing system
The manufacturing model of a modular manufacturing system cannot be completed in a short period of time. Before establishing a modular manufacturing system, the following preparations should be made:
(1) Analyze and design each module in the modular manufacturing system according to the needs of the end user;
(2) Establish open standards for module performance, size and control;
(3) The constraints imposed by the modular manufacturing system approach must be considered in product design. All production operations of the product are performed as far as possible within the scope specified in the "Manufacturing and Assembly Process Module Set". Similarly, long-cycle manufacturing processes (such as casting) should be avoided as the purpose of the modular manufacturing system is to maximize the utilization of the module to ensure a high return on capital investment;
(4) Develop advanced design and analysis tools to support designers in the rapid parallel design of products related to modular manufacturing systems to ensure that product designs meet the constraints imposed by modular manufacturing systems.
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