Automatic Generation of Mechanical Assembly Sequences
Abstract
This paper presents an algorithm for the generation of mechanical assembly sequences and a proof of its correctness and completeness. The algorithm employs a relational model of assemblies. In addition to the geometry of the assembly, this model includes a representation of the attachments that bind one part to another. The problem of generating the assembly sequences is transformed into the problem of generating disassembly sequences in which the disassembly tasks are the inverse of feasible assembly tasks. This transformation leads to a decomposition approach in which the problem of dissassembling one assembly is decomposed into distinct subproblems, each being to disassemble one subassembly. It is assumed that exactly two parts or subassemblies are joined at each time, and that whenever parts are joined forming a subassembly, all contacts between the parts in the subassembly are established. Mechanical assembly sequences, Disassembly sequences.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1988
- Accession Number
- ADA204234
Entities
People
- A. C. Sanderson
- L. S. Homem De Mello
Organizations
- Carnegie Mellon University