Advanced Manufacturing Systems - CMR332 - As Per Anna University R2021  (Paperback, Anand Jayakumar Arumugham)

"Advanced Manufacturing Systems" This comprehensive guide delves into Lean, Agile, Sustainable, Intelligent, and Smart Manufacturing. It begins with Lean Manufacturing, highlighting principles like continuous improvement, worker involvement, 5S, JIT, and Kanban. Learn how Lean Six Sigma, ERP, and ISO 9001:2000 integrate to create streamlined systems. Next, Agile Manufacturing emphasizes flexibility and rapid adaptation through technology application, cost optimization, and decision-making frameworks. It’s essential for efficient product development and responsiveness. The book then addresses Sustainable Manufacturing, focusing on competitive strategies, structured formulation, and resilient system design for long-term profitability and environmental responsibility. In Intelligent Manufacturing, advanced automation, data analytics, and strategic improvement techniques are explored to design adaptive systems that meet evolving market demands. Finally, Smart Manufacturing introduces cutting-edge technologies like blockchain-based inventory management, plant digitization, predictive maintenance, supply chain visibility, and automated systems. Topics like cost reduction and waste management are addressed with innovative solutions. Ideal for industry professionals, researchers, and students, this book offers essential knowledge to excel in today’s complex manufacturing landscape where innovation, sustainability, and intelligence are key.