Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Scope of CAD/CAM and CIM

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Computer Aided Design (CAD) is defined as any design activity that involves the effective use of computer to create, modify, analyze or document an engineering design. CAD is the application of computers and graphics software to aid or enhance the product design from conceptualization to documentation.

Application of CAD & Shigley Model

Application of CAD & Shigley Model

The Architecture of CAD System

Hardware Software Data Human knowledge and activities

The Architecture of CAD System

Hardware Software Data Human knowledge and activities

Application of CAD in Design

Automation tools to improve productivity New techniques for modeling complex forms Central design description for all aspects of design Facilitate creative activities in design

The Architecture of CAD System

Hardware Software Data Human knowledge and activities

Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)

CAM is defined as the effective use of computer technology in manufacturing planning and control

CAM in Manufacturing Planning

Computer aided process planning (CAPP) Computer assisted NC part programming Computerized machinability data system Development of work standards Cost estimating Production and Inventory planning

CAM in Manufacturing Control

Process monitoring and control Quality control Shop floor control Inventory control Just in time production systems

Group Technology

Group Technology

Group Technology
A part family is a collection of parts that are similar either because of geometric shape and size or because similar processing steps are required in their manufacturing. The biggest single obstacle in changing over to GT from a conventional production shop is the problem of grouping parts into families. Figures 1 and 2 illustrate a process layout and GT layout respectively.

Figure 1 Process type plant layout

Figure 2 GT layout

Flexible Manufacturing System

Flexible Manufacturing System

Flexible Manufacturing System