Document Type
Thesis
Date of Award
5-31-1983
Degree Name
Master of Science in Management Engineering - (M.S.)
Department
Industrial and Management Engineering
First Advisor
Stan S. Thomas
Abstract
Industrial Parameters for Applying New Technology is a paper devoted to the study of the role 'of' robots in today's manufacturing environment. Industry looks forward to robotic technology to solve, its declining productivity dilemma. The purpose of this paper is to' aid a Prospective robot buyer in selecting the appropriate application and in particular a suitable robot for that application. A listing of robot performance characteristics, criteria chart, and evaluation table were developed to guide the engineer through the necessary steps required in selecting a successful robot application.
The history of robotics is discussed briefly along with an explanation of the functional components and characteristics associated with an industrial robot. An actual case study of a robot application is discussed from its conceptual stage through implementation.
The main thrust of this paper has been applications of robots in a manufacturing environment. Robotic technology is not limited just to manufacturing. The technology is now being applied in the medical field and will soon enter the consumer market. The potential for robotic technology is only limited by one's imagination.
Recommended Citation
Cimino, Michael, "Industrial parameters for applying new technology" (1983). Theses. 3517.
https://digitalcommons.njit.edu/theses/3517
Included in
Business Administration, Management, and Operations Commons, Operations Research, Systems Engineering and Industrial Engineering Commons
