Publisher's Synopsis
Building on the success of the First International Symposium, this highly prestigious event is organised by Bradford University and the Institute of Measurement and Control. This work brings together the best of current research and development in manufacturing. Contributions from experts in industry as well as those researching in academic settings all over the world ensure that information presented here is forward looking, current, and useful.;Engineers and others associated with the development of efficient and innovative manufacturing processes will gain an international perspective from this wide-ranging volume which includes: manufacturing management and strategy; manufacturing planning and control systems; modelling and simulation; manufacturing automation; simultaneous/concurrent engineering; knowledge-based -expert systems; total quality management; computer-aided manufacturing, inspection, and testing; advanced manufacturing processes.;From agile manufacturing to ultrasonic and from production planning to re-engineering, AMPST 99 offers vital information for all those concerned with any aspect of manufacturing. Testing, inspection, control, design, simulation, automation, materials management, and maintenance are amongst the areas covered that will be of great interest to engineers and other professionals.
