Tag: manufacturing automation

February 8, 2026 / Mohammed looti

AUTOMATION

Definition and Core Concepts of Automation Automation is fundamentally defined as the application of various technologies, including mechanical apparatus, sophisticated computer systems, and specialized software applications, utilized to autonomously control and monitor the initiation, execution, and delivery of production processes, goods, and services (Gill, 2020). This concept transcends simple mechanization, which merely substitutes human muscle […]

November 11, 2025 / Mohammed looti

ADAPTIVE PRODUCTION SYSTEM

The Adaptive Production System: Definition and Fundamental Principles The Adaptive Production System (APS) represents a sophisticated computational and cognitive modeling framework, distinct from standard production systems due to its inherent capacity for self-modification and learning. At its core, an APS is defined as a manufacturing or computational program capable of converting, altering, or generating new […]