Tool integration utilising fieldbus technology
Richard Piggin
(Richard Piggin is based at Warwick Manufacturing Group, University of Warwick, UK.)
Ken Young
(Ken Young is based at Warwick Manufacturing Group, University of Warwick, UK)
Richard McLaughlin
(Richard McLaughlin is based at Warwick Manufacturing Group, University of Warwick, UK)
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Abstract
The traditional use of fieldbus is discussed. Examples of novel applications enabled by fieldbus are introduced. Work on temporary fieldbus connectivity that allows more robust and simple tool change mechanisms is then described.
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Citation
Piggin, R., Young, K. and McLaughlin, R. (1999), "Tool integration utilising fieldbus technology", Assembly Automation, Vol. 19 No. 4, pp. 297-300. https://doi.org/10.1108/01445159910295168
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
Copyright © 1999, MCB UP Limited