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A cost-tolerance model for process sequence optimisation

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This paper concerns the modelling of cost-tolerance data for various manufacturing processes and the optimisation of process sequences based on minimum production cost. A natural spline model representing the cost-tolerance relationship is introduced. A methodology to optimise the process sequences is developed using an expert system approach. An example to illustrate the methodology and the optimisation model is presented

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  1. School of Mechanical and Production Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Nanyang Avenue, 639798, Singapore

    S. H. Yeo, B. K. A. Ngoi & H. Chen

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Yeo, S.H., Ngoi, B.K.A. & Chen, H. A cost-tolerance model for process sequence optimisation. Int J Adv Manuf Technol 12, 423–431 (1996). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01186931

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