Actuation and design innovations in earthworm-inspired soft robots: A review

J Liu, P Li, S Zuo - Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, 2023 - frontiersin.org
Currently, soft robotics technologies are creating the means of robotic abilities and are
required for the development of biomimetic robotics. In recent years, earthworm-inspired soft …

[HTML][HTML] A digital twin framework development for apparel manufacturing industry

MD Alam, G Kabir, S Mirmohammadsadeghi - Decision Analytics Journal, 2023 - Elsevier
The apparel manufacturing industry faces challenges due to fast-changing fashion trends,
increased product variety, and personalized demands. Quick and optimized decision …

[PDF][PDF] Optimisation of Simple Assembly Line Balancing Problem Type E: A Systematic Literature Review.

S El Machouti, M Hlyal, A Babay… - Management Systems in …, 2024 - sciendo.com
Numerous research studies have focused on the Simple Assembly Line Balancing Problem
(SALBP). Although many of these studies have attempted to minimise the number of …

Fuzzy multi-objective model for assembly line balancing with ergonomic risks consideration

R Ozdemir, I Sarigol, S AlMutairi, S AlMeea… - International Journal of …, 2021 - Elsevier
The main motivation behind the improvement of manufacturing systems is that they are
competing for a larger share and better image in the market. Many manufacturing systems …

[HTML][HTML] Developing optimization & robust models for a mixed-model assembly line balancing problem with semi-automated operations

P Samouei, J Ashayeri - Applied mathematical modelling, 2019 - Elsevier
In this study, we present two new mathematical models for mixed-model assembly line
balancing. The line is semi-automated and characterized by various alternative formats for …

An interactive fuzzy programming approach for bi-objective straight and U-shaped assembly line balancing problem

MH Alavidoost, H Babazadeh, ST Sayyari - Applied soft computing, 2016 - Elsevier
The consideration of this paper is given to address the straight and U-shaped assembly line
balancing problem. Although many attempts in the literature have been made to develop …

Swarm intelligence-based framework for accelerated and optimized assembly line design in the automotive industry

A El Houd, B Piranda, R De Matos… - Journal of Intelligent …, 2024 - Springer
This study proposes a dynamic simulation-based framework that utilizes swarm intelligence
algorithms to optimize the design of hybrid assembly lines in the automotive industry. Two …

Review of task allocation for human-robot collaboration in assembly

C Petzoldt, M Harms, M Freitag - International Journal of Computer …, 2023 - Taylor & Francis
Due to the high cost pressure and the increasing variant diversity, the cooperation of
humans and robots represents a promising technological solution to achieve higher …

Production line balancing with discrete event simulation: A case study

H Zupan, N Herakovic - IFAC-papersonline, 2015 - Elsevier
In this paper we present the case study for the optimization of the production line by using
the balancing and discrete event simulation approach. First the basic theory and steps for …

Productivity improvement through line balancing by using simulation modeling

A Yemane, G Gebremicheal, T Meraha… - … of Optimization in …, 2020 - jie.qazvin.iau.ir
The typical problems facing garment manufacturers are long production lead time,
bottlenecking, and low productivity. The most critical phase of garment manufacturing is the …