Lean Automation: Combining Lean with Industrial Robotics in Real Examples
2012 (English)Independent thesis Advanced level (degree of Master (Two Years)), 20 credits / 30 HE credits
Student thesis
Abstract [en]
The purpose of this report is to analyze whether we can have a better automation manufacturing using lean solutions. First, this report is started with the background and problem description. After that the research questions are mentioned and the delimitations and expected results are discussed.
The theoretical part of this thesis is describing the research methodology and the literatures review of automation and related challenges. A theoretical review of lean and lean automation concepts has been conducted.
In the empirical part of the thesis some challenges of automation are listed based on interviews and case studies. Some observed lean automation solutions are discussed and evaluated. In the discussion and analysis part, a concept of lean automation is presented based on the results from the case studies and interviews.
Finally, in the conclusion chapter, the research questions are answered and future research is proposed for further studies.
Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
2012. , p. 85
Keywords [en]
Lean, Automation, Robot, Lean Automation
National Category
Production Engineering, Human Work Science and Ergonomics
Identifiers
URN: urn:nbn:se:mdh:diva-17928OAI: oai:DiVA.org:mdh-17928DiVA, id: diva2:588910
Subject / course
Product and Process Development
Presentation
2012-11-02, 09:30 (English)
Uppsok
Technology
Supervisors
Examiners
2013-01-172013-01-162013-01-17Bibliographically approved