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Man-machine interactions in advanced manufacturing systems

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Continued development of modern machines and production equipment, supported by advanced control systems and based on recent achievements in computer and software technology, is necessary to fulfil client requirements. A significant number of manufacturing systems are able to work automatically with a limited contribution from employees. However, even in advanced manufacturing systems, one of the most important factors is still the human being. Usually overall system performance depends on human decisions, and the significance of such decisions is higher than it was in the past because of more complex and costly production systems. In such a situation, the efficient utilisation of manufacturing equipment via proper man-machine interaction is necessary. The paper deals with problems in man machine interactions and with an attempt to model human behaviour. The interaction media are explained and a short survey of research in this area is provided. The aim of the paper is to classify knowledge regarding man-machine interactions.

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Oborski, P. Man-machine interactions in advanced manufacturing systems. Int J Adv Manuf Technol 23, 227–232 (2004). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00170-003-1574-5

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