AMST'02 Advanced Manufacturing Systems and Technology

The work contains the results of the Sixth International Conference on Advanced Manufacturing Systems and Technology – AMST’02, which was held in Udine in June 2002. It presents up-to-date information on the latest developments – research results and experience – in the field of machining of conventional and advanced materials, machine tools and flexible manufacturing systems, forming, nonconventional processes, robotics, measurement and control, quality, design and ecodesign, rapid prototyping, rapid tooling and manufacturing, materials and mechanics.

Trends in Manufacturing: The Dynamic Cluster Structures: a New Manufacturing Paradigm for Production of High-Tech Products (J. Peklenik); Recent Development and Trends in Tool Condition Monitoring (E. Kuljanic, M. Sortino); Comprehensive Simulation of Manufacturing Processes (H. K. Toenshoff, M. Clausen, K. Tracht); Knowledge Management – an Essential Contribution to Company’s Success (H. Schulz); Industrial Experiments – Theory and Practice (R. Levi, D. Romano); Disassembly for Recycling, Maintenance and Remanufacturing: State of the Art and Perspectives (M. Santochi, G. Dini, F. Failli); Analysis of some Innovative and Flexible Sheet Forming Processes (N. Alberti, F. Micari).- Machining Processes: Improvement of the Surface Texture Quality of Milled Dies and Molds (A. Moisan, M. Boujelbene, B. Brenier, A. Fabre); Machining Abrasion-resistant Hard-facings with PCBN Tools (E. J. Brookes, R. D. James, C. Shutt, C. J. Taylor); Machining Process Improvement by Practical Tests in Shop Floor (N. L. Coppini, E. A. Baptista); Crankshaft Manufacturing on Machining Centres – Turn-milling and Deep Hole Drilling (K. Wienert, H. Loebbe); A Contribution to the Strain-Hardening Process Analysis of Hardened Steel During High-Speed Machining (S. Dolinšek, S. Ekinovic); Tool Flank Wear Prediction Using the Force-Time Measurement in Turning (G. Cukor, E. Kuljanic); Metal Matrix Composites – MMC – Turning: Comparison of Tool Materials (C. Borsellino, S. Lo Casto, E. Lo Valvo, V. F. Ruisi); Application of a Rotating Dynamometer for Cutting Force Measurement in Milling (E. Kuljanic, M. Sortino, F. Miani); Simulation of Chip Formation in an Orthogonal Cutting Process Using FEM (G. Giorleo, R. Teti, A. Langella, D. D’Addona , U. Prisco); Study of Macro and Micro Quality Determinants of Pieces Obtained from Optimized Drilling Process (A. Lima, M. Vieira Jr.); Experimental Test for Tool Life Prediction in Turning (M. Nicolich); Technological Models Based on Grinding Wheel and Workpiece Characteristic in the Grinding Process of MMCs (A. Di Ilio, A. Paoletti); Optimisation of Process Conditions Using "Experiments with Mixtures” (N. Šakic, V. Panic, I. Dubravec); Selection of Optimal Cutting Condition in Computer Aided Machining by Genetic Algorithms (V. Gecevska, V. Pavloski).- Machine Tools and Flexible Manufacturing Systems: An Alternative Approach to Elasto-kinematic Modelling of Machine Tool Structures (H. K. Tonshoff, S. Rehling, K. Tracht; Reliability and Availability of Complex Production Systems (H. P. Wiendahl, M. Hegenscheidt); Modern Tendencies in Rotary Transfer Machines (E. Gentili, C. Giardini, R. Pasquino, P. Quinzani); The Machine Tool’s Next Step: Step NC (M. Weck, J. Wolf); An Automated System for Dimensional Control Based on Computer Vision (C. Borsellino, E. Lo Valvo, V. F. Ruisi; Stiffness of CNC Machine Tool Feed Drives (Z. Pandilov, V. Dukovski); A Set of Criteria for Supply Chain Design (A. Villa); Applying of Typical Technological Operations in the Single Production (G. Simunovic, N. Majdandzic, K. Simunovic, R. Lujic); Process Planning Application and Internet Connection (P. Cosic, D. Sever, S. Milinovic); E-business Requires Simulation of Logistic Processes (W. Sihn, T. D. Graupner, U. Mussbach-Winter, H. Wiedenmann); Tool Path Optimization by High Speed Machining (J. Kopac, T. Roblek); Uncertainty Analysis and Optimization of a FMS by Experimental Design Applied to Simulation (B. Palumbo, F. Caiazzo, V. Sergi); Computer Aided Determination of Feasibility of Work Operation on Machines in Flexible Manufacturing Systems (I. Pahole); An Integrated Tool for Geometrical Reconstruction of Functional Surfaces (D. Comelli, G. Concheri, R. Meneghello).- Forming: Cost-efficient Manufacturing by Employing Incremental Forming Processes (P. Groche, M. Jöckel, C. Rachor, T. Rathmann); The Use of a Neural Network in Predicting the Mechanical Properties of Low Carbon Steels After Hot Rolling (F. Caiazzo, F. Memola Capece Minutolo, R. Pasquino, V. Sergi); FEM Model Computing Large Deformation in Metal Sheet Forming by High Power Beam (G. Casalino, G. De Astis, A. D. Ludovico); Investigation of the Effects of Thermal and Mechanical Fatigue of Dies in Hot Forging Through a New Simulative Laboratory Test (G. Berti, S. Bruschi, S. Masiero, M. Monti, M. Zimmitti); Flow Modelling of AA 6082 Aluminium Alloy (C. Bruni, A. Forcellese, F. Gabrielli); Simulation of Welding Conditions in Porthole Die Extrusion (L. Donati, L. Tomesani); Towards a General Quality Indicator for Adaptive FEM Simulation of Sheet Forming Processes (M. Strano, L. Carrino); The Main Principles of Forming Integral Panels used in Modern Shipbuilding Industry (R. Markovina); The Main Principles of Using and Forming Integral Panels in Modern Shipbuilding Industry (R. Markovina); Design of the Tube Roll Forming Process Through an Heuristic Algorithm (G. Celano, A. Costa, S. Fichera, L. Fratini); Design Issues for Micro-formed Sheet Metal Components (D. Antonelli, P. Chiabert); Finite Elastoplasticity in Plane Strain Cold Rolling Problem (J. Brnic, M. Canadija, G. Turkalj).- Nonconventional Processes: Burnishing Versus Grinding For Automotive Parts (L. Luca, I. Marinescu, S. Neagu-Ventzel); Evaluation of Warpage of Injection Moulded Parts Using RE and FEM Approaches (L. M. Galantucci, G. Percoco, R. Spina, L. Tricarico); Analyzing the Warpage in the Injection Molding Using SLS Tool Inserts (J. Gabor, J. Kovacs); Orbital Electrochemical Machining of Electrodischarge Machined Surfaces (Z. Sadollah Bamerni, H. El-Hofy); Design of Low Expansion Composites with Reduced Process Induced Uncertainties (F. De Bona, A. Gambitta, A. Soma); Analysis of High Power CO2 Dual Beam Laser Welding (E. Capello, P. Chiarello, E. Piccione and B. Previtali); Filament Winding: an Integrated Simulation Environment for Automated Cell Programming (A. Anglani, F. Nucci, A. Spagnolo); Methods for Welding Quality Improvements (D. Pavletic); Radial Segregation of Workpiece in Barrel Finishing (A. Boschetto, F. Veniali); Shape Machining of Aerospace Composite Components Using Non-Traditional Abrasive Waterjet Cutting Processes (X. Zheng, L. Chen, E. Siores, P. Steele, P. Crothers); Comparative Studies of Brush Electrodischarge Machining with Electrodes of Alloy Steel and Tungsten (S. Spadlo); Robotics, Measurement and Control: Measurement System for mN Forces (G. Manzoni, P. Miotti); Application of Statistical Process Control to Continuous Process (G. Celano, A. Costa, S. Fichera); Design and Implementation of a Cartesian Robot (A. Gasparetto, G. Rosati); Design of a Robotic Wrist for Biomedical Applications (A. Gasparetto, A. Biason); Development and Performance Assessment of a Laser Triangulation Scanner for Digitizing Shoe Lasts (N. De Rossi, A. Rossi, A. Trevisani, V. Zanotto); Design and Development of a Vision Based Leather Trimming Machine (M. Lanzetta, G. Tantussi); Accuracy of a 3D Vision System for Inspection of Complex Geometry (S. Carmignato, E. Savio, L. De Chiffre); Autonomous Agent System Using Dispatching Rules in the Negotiation Protocol (L. Castelli, A. Nicola, R. Pesenti, W. Ukovich); Robustness Analysis of Frequency-Domain PI Controller Design Procedures (W. Krajewski, A. Lepschy, S. Miani, U. Viaro); A New Approach to the Use of Vibration Signals in Tool-Wear Monitoring in High Speed Metal Turning (D. E. Dimla Snr, M. Sortino).- Quality, Design and Ecodesign: Market Value of Recycled Material Mixes: a Key Parameter for Designing for Recycling (G. Berti, W. A. Knight, G. Lucchetta); Identification and Assessment of Non Conformity Parameters for Quality Cost Reduction (M. Boscolo, E. Padoano); Minimizing the Cost of Quality: an Innovative Sampling Plan (C. Giardini, G. Valentini); Optimizated Design of Notch Shapes for Microfabricated Compliant Mechanisms (E. Dalla Serra, F. De Bona, M. Munteanu); QFD And TM: a Pragmatical Approach (E. Gentili, F. Galetto); Datums Concepts by ASME and ISO standards (I. Cristofolini); Quality Decisions and ISO 9000: 2000 Prinicples (F. Galetto); Failure Scenario FMEA: Theoretical & Applicative Aspects (E. Locatelli, N. Valsecchi, G. Maccarini, A. Bugini); From Plastic Waste to Recycled-content End Products: the Chair Industry Case (A. Meneghetti, G. Nardin, P. Simeoni); Quality Product Controls of Silicon Pixel Sensors for a High Energy Particle Physics Experiment (G. Cabras, D. Cauz, D. Cobai, M. Cobal-Grassmann, B. De Lotto, C. Del Papa, H. Grassmann, L. Santi); Evaluation of DFX Tools in Ecodesign (M. Kljajin); Time Lag Error of Inventory in Inflation (J. Mrša); Collaborative Design and Manufacturing of a Customizable Voice Prosthesis (G. Concheri, S. Filippi, R. Meneghello, C. Miani, D. Comelli); Analysis of Geometrical Distorsions of Spur Shafts due to Heat Treatments (L. D‘Angelo); Benchmarking of Attribute Two-level Sampling Schemes with Zero Acceptance Number (M. Dassisti); Rapid Prototyping, Tooling and Manufacturing: Economic Evaluation of Alternatives for Mictoelectronics Lithography Processing (Z. Wang , W. A. Knight); Ceramic Components Built by Stereolithography (C. Esposito Corcione, A. Greco, A. Licciulli, M. Martena, A. Maffezzoli); CT-Based Reverse Engineering and Rapid Prototyping: Experiences in Different Application Domains (C. Bandera, M. Felice, S. Filippi); Exploiting the Evaluation of RP Artifacts to Update Knowledge in Design Guidelines (C. Bandera, S. Filippi, F. Miani, G. Toneatto); A Contribution to the Analysis, Characterization and Improvement of Surface Properties Generated by DMLS For RT (M. Vezzani, A. O. Andrisano, R. Groppetti, P. Onesti, A. Rossi, A. Scrivani); Laser Sintering of Sand and its Application in Rapid Tooling (X. H. Wang, J. Y. H. Fuh, Y. S. Wong, Y. X. Tang); Direct Laser Sintering of Cu-based Metallic Powder for Injection Moulding (H. H. Zhu, J. Y. H. Fuh, L. Lu); Materials and Mechanics: Molecular Dynamic Simulation of Nanoindentation of Silicon Carbide by Diamond Tip (A. Noreyan, I. Marinescu, J. Amar); Influence of the Hot Isostatic Pressing on the Mechanical Behaviour of CVD-Coated Hardmetals (M. Tolazzi, S. Kursawe, H. G. Sockel); Effect of Crystal Orientation on Surface Integrity (J. Prohaszka, J. Dobranszky, M. Horvath, A. G. Mamalis); Sintered Alloys Mechanical Properties Simulation with Cell Method (F. Cosmi); Some Properties of Nitrided Tool Steels (B. Smoljan); Fillet Stress Related to Non-uniformly Loaded Gear Tooth Geometry (G. Marunic); Use of Ultrasound to Detect Internal Defects of Spheroidal Graphite Cast Iron Products (E. Ceretti, A. Attanasio, C. Giardini); Milling Tests of Austenitic Stainless Steel Without Nickel (L. Zaquini, P. Reusser); Uncertainty Management for Productive Process Control (M. Russo, D. Freguia); Micromilling – High Potential Technology for Micromechanical Parts (D. Spath, H. Tritschler, L. Bischoff, W. Schulz); FEM Analysis in a Machining Center (B. Cecchini, R. Pavan, D. Ruffati, M. Tellan