A simulation and optimization based system for design of multi-stage material processes is under development. In order to optimize a product realization process, this system will be able to consider alternative manufacturing sequences and parameters. Industrial, research, and academic organizations are the intended users of this design system. This interactive design system will facilitate the implementation of collaborative design and manufacturing paradigms through the use of remote accessibility, visualization mechanisms, and extensibility features. Current research involves simplified modeling, featurization of transport mechanisms, and multimedia integration for a dynamic and holistic materials process design approach.
| Number of Pages : | 6 |
| Published : | 11/01/1998 |
