Advanced manufacturing research includes the investigation of new production methods for advanced products, studying process parameters of new processes, and understanding the interaction of processes in advanced manufacturing systems. Current IMSE efforts in this area include rapid manufacturing systems, advanced metrology and inspection, control and automation systems, and industrial energy efficiency.
Advanced Manufacturing
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Developing new automated systems for manufacturing operations
By integrating geometric modeling with process control principles, we are developing new automated systems for manufacturing operations. Examples include an automated metal part grinding system, a 4-axis automated welding machine and a rapid manufacturing system for metal casting patterns.
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Investigating new methods for measuring and monitoring systems
We are researching advanced imaging systems for efficiency studies and monitoring temperature profiles for heat treatment of metal castings. Our researchers have developed cutting-edge tools that have improved real industry processes, like an inspection mapping software package that can efficiently track defects in manufactured parts using a 3D CAD model.
