Simulation of a discrete event system for process control of robotic casting

Abstract

The article is focused on the study of the principles of discrete-event control and methods of simulation modeling of automatic control systems of production processes. The capacity expansion and cost-saving require introduction of automation into different standard production processes. The production process of the mid-tech casting of workpieces of different forms is considered a controlled process. It is characterized by the complete and long physical process behavior during processing operations, as well as an overly risky maintenance environment. It is proved that a decline in the human factor influence on the production process causes the reduction of production operation downtime, as well as the decreased amount of waste and rejected products.