The paper presents a novel method for finding quasi-optimal linear sequences of operations in manufacturing processes. The objective is to produce a part by minimizing the sum of machine, setup and tool change costs. The ...

This paper focuses on the concept of Digital Twins and the characterization of Digital Twins in terms of the spatio-temporal extent of the information based on which they operate. Following an in-depth literature review, ...

Ball-end tools are widely used in industries such as die/mould, automobile, and the aerospace industry. These cutters are specially used when finishing complex three- dimensional sculptured surfaces. However, when using ...