Implementing Autonomous Control for Mixed Model Production Systems using Wireless Sensor /Actuator Networks

Abstract

In mixed model production, autonomous control method, which has been proved more responsive, robust and adaptive, is proposed to cope with rising complexity and dynamics. However, the implementation of autonomous control method is still a challenge. This paper focuses on implementing autonomous mixed model production control with wireless sensor/actuator networking technologies. The system architectures and design issues of wireless sensor/actuator network for autonomous mixed production control are presented, and a case study on which experiments are being made with an autonomous control application prototype shows its feasibility.