Towards the Swarm Production Paradigm

Casper Schou*, Akshay Avhad, Simon Bøgh, Ole Madsen

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Abstract

In this paper, we propose a new production paradigm called Swarm Production. A swarm production system employs both dynamic part routing and movable workstations. This allows it to adjust its topology during operation, in contrast to existing flexible production paradigms such as matrix production and reconfigurable manufacturing systems where the topology is defined during setup. Run-time optimization of the topology yields an unprecedented ability to quickly adapt to fluctuating demands or new production constraints. We present a formal definition of the swarm production paradigm and outline a preliminary roadmap by highlighting key research challenges imposed by swarm production. Finally, we present an exemplifications of a swarm production system in terms of key technologies and systems, based on an existing customisable product.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationTowards Sustainable Customization : Bridging Smart Products and Manufacturing Systems - Proceedings of the 8th Changeable, Agile, Reconfigurable and Virtual Production Conference CARV 2021 and 10th World Mass Customization and Personalization Conference MCPC 2021
EditorsAnn-Louise Andersen, Rasmus Andersen, Thomas Ditlev Brunoe, Maria Stoettrup Schioenning Larsen, Kjeld Nielsen, Alessia Napoleone, Stefan Kjeldgaard
Number of pages8
PublisherSpringer
Publication date2022
Pages105-112
ISBN (Print)9783030906993
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2022
Event8th Changeable, Agile, Reconfigurable and Virtual Production Conference, CARV 2021 and 10th World Mass Customization and Personalization Conference, MCPC 2021 - Aalborg, Denmark
Duration: 1 Nov 20212 Nov 2021

Conference

Conference8th Changeable, Agile, Reconfigurable and Virtual Production Conference, CARV 2021 and 10th World Mass Customization and Personalization Conference, MCPC 2021
Country/TerritoryDenmark
CityAalborg
Period01/11/202102/11/2021
SeriesLecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering
ISSN2195-4356

Bibliographical note

Publisher Copyright:
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Keywords

  • Manufacturing
  • Production paradigms
  • Production topology
  • Swarm production

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