Embracing the Future: The Evolution of Flexible Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems
Flexible Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems (FRMS) are a radical approach to modern manufacturing, focusing on adaptability and efficiency to respond to dynamic market demands. The fundamental principles and advantages of FRMS are discussed in this article. These systems offer a versatile solution to traditional, inflexible manufacturing setups thanks to their modularity, automation, reconfigurability and data-driven decision-making. The key benefits include the ability to adapt to changing production requirements, cost efficiency, improved product quality, and resource optimization. FRMS are found in various industries, such as automotive, electronics, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals, and they meet the needs of customization, precision, and rapid production shifts. FRMS’s future looks promising, as emerging trends like AI integration, sustainability, customization, and interconnectivity are poised to further enhance their capabilities. Manufacturers can excel in an ever-evolving industrial landscape thanks to FRMS’s position in meeting the challenges of an increasingly dynamic global market as they continue to evolve.
Authors
- Jalloul Elmeliani
- Lotfi Nabli (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0167-0618)
- Salah Hammedi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0007-3151-6543)
Institutions
- University of Sousse (TN)
Publication Details
- Published
- 2024-11-02
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1109/issatk62463.2024.10808620
- Primary Topic
- Flexible and Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
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