decision model

Visual inspections of product surfaces are predominantly carried out by employees, whereby automation approaches with camera and image processing systems show great potential. Cobots are also being incorporated into quality assurance processes. In the following, the integration possibilities of cobots in visual inspection are discussed and a decision model is presented that can be used to check visual inspection processes for their cobot suitability. The decision model is designed for direct integration into already existing cobot suitability inspection processes and serves as an initial strategic decision-making aid.

The Smart Factory describes the future way of production where intelligent cyberphysical systems (CPS) form the technical foundation. Regarding this vision, decision-makers out of the industry are purchasing for help in order to implement CPS successfully. A method based on the strategical orientation of companies is presented, with which potential CPS applications can be identified and an associated investment decision can be supported.