Operational Classification and Method for Reconfiguration & Recommissioning of Changeable Manufacturing Systems on System Level

During the last decade, consumers have become accustomed to having access to a high variety of products and the expectation of frequent new product releases. Mass customization and changeable manufacturing systems are recognized as enablers. In particular, changeable manufacturing systems can quickly adapt to new market trends due to their ability to alter the manufacturing system according to the market demands. However, the ability to change...