Day 1

Wednesday, July 16th, 2008

8:30 – 10:30 AM
Keynote Session S11
Room D109

Welcome by Paul Engelmann,
Chair Industrial and Manufacturing  Department, Western Michigan University
Opening of the ICAM by Alok Verma
President of the International Society of the Agile Manufacturing
                Opening Session Keynote Speaker- Bernard J. (Buzz) Brosnan- Industrial Consultant

10:00 – 10:30 AM

Coffee break

10:30 – 12:00 PM

Session S12-a
Room D210

Sustainable CIO Program for Agile Manufacturing
Chair: Tarun Gupta

1. Continuous Improvement Techniques in Testing of Foundation Brakes

Brian Cavanaugh, Jaishree Jayachandran, Pongson Chunsorn, and Srinivas Ghattamaneni

2. Process Improvement in F16/F26 Filter Line at Parker Hannifin

Aarti Valsadia, Ananda Paudel, Jonathan Opel, and Krisana Guiterrez

3. Application of SMED Technique in Injection Molding Press at MANN + HUMMEL

Beau Kidman, and Jack Thom

4. Increasing Production by Applying Continuous Improvement Principles in an Automotive Battery Facility

Abdul Aowal, Amir Rahimpour Shayan, Ariful Bhuiyan, and Gunnar Bracelly

5. Lean Initiatives with Process Improvement at Eaton Aerospace Division

Dan Smith and Tarun Gupta

10:30 – 12:00 PM

Session S12-b
Room D212

Application of Simulations and Virtual Reality Technologies
Chair: Pavel Ikonomov

1. AFM in Nano-Manipulation Virtual Modeling and Simulation

Ananda Paudel and Pavel Ikonomov

2. Multi-sensor Based Recognition of Moving Objects for Robotic Applications

Emiliya Milkova and Pavel Ikonomov

3. Virtual Reality Simulation of Nano Assembly Using Optical Tweezers

Krishna Bhavaraju, Svetlana Ikonomova, Suren Dwivedi, and Pavel Ikonomov

4. Measuring and Modeling of a 3D Road Surface

Pramod Bejugam, Pavel Ikonomov, and Suren Dwivedi

12:00-1:30 PM

Lunch break

1:30  – 3:00 PM

Session S13-a
Room D210

Manufacturing Optimization
Chair: Svetan Ratchev

1. Optimization of Hot Extrusion Process for Agile Manufacturing Using Neuro Fuzzy Hybrid Evolutionary Computational Technique

K. Hans Raj, Rahul Swarup Sharma, and  Alok Verma

2. A Publish/Subscribe Approach For Software Framework For Reconfigurable Fixturing Systems

Marco Ryll and Stevan Ratchev

3. Preform Design and Optimization in Hot Upsetting Process to Minimize Central Bulge For Agile Manufacturing

Rahul Swarup Sharma, K. Hans Raj, and Suren Dwivedi

4. Virtual Reality Based Simulation and Testing – One Step Closer to the Real Product

Emiliya Milkova and Pavel Ikonomov

5. Magnetic Shape Memory Alloys -- The Smart Material of Tomorrow

Pnina Ari-Gur,Giora Kimmel, James W. Richardson, and Ashfia Huq

1:30  – 3:00 PM

Session S13-b Room D212

Reverse Engineering, Verification and Applications
Chair: Mitchel Keil

1. Inspection Tolerance System

Emiliya D. Milkova and  Pavel Ikonomov

2. Automating Modeling in CAD Software Using Descriptive Geometry

Jai Thomas and Mitchel Keil

3.  Some Factors in Selecting Scan Technology

Mitchel Keil and Jorge Rodriguez

4. Specifying a system of criteria for evaluation of tribology performances of contacting surfaces

Dimitar S. Georgiev

5. Use of Inverse Engineering to Determine Flow Stress in Forming Composite Sheet Materials at Various Temperatures

Sathya Narasimhan and Jorge Rodriguez

3:00– 3:30 PM

Coffee Break

3:30 - 5:00 PM

Session S14-a
Room D210

Rapid Prototyping and casting
Chair: Sam Ramrattan

1. Full Scale Functional Cast Prototypes

Pavel Ikonomov and Sam Ramrattan

2. The Effect of Elevated Temperature on 3D Printed Sand

Sam Ramrattan and Pavel Ikonomov

3. A Quick Test for Measuring Moisture and Organics in Foundry Sand
   Sam Ramrattan and Pavel Ikonomov
4. Improvements in Molding Technology using Aerated Green Sand Filling

Ananda Paudel and Sam Ramrattan

5. Piezo-electric Head Application in a New 3D Printing Design

Rahmati, S., Baghayeri,  and S.F. Shirazi

3:30 - 5:00 PM

Session S14-b (Student)
Room D212

Student Projects
Chair: Supreeta Amin Kumar

1. Evaluation of Utility Covers

Supreeta Amin-Kumar, Tycho K. Fredericks, Steven E. Butt, Sam N. Ramrattan, and Anil R. Kumar 

2. Particle Swarm Optimization for Facility Layout Problems with Department-Specific Restrictions

Fehime Utkan and Muzaffer Kapanoglu

3. Evaluation of Golf Bag Design on Trunk Posture

Michael Hoonhorst, Ilgin Acar, Sarvan Gunasekaran, Gregory Love, and Steven E. Butt

4. Two-Point Discrimination Thresholds on the Ischial Tuberosity and Thigh Regions of the Non-Dominant Leg

Amanda Glick, Ashley Hovenkamp, Fehime Utkan, Oscar Neal, Tycho Fredericks, Steven Butt, and Supreeta Amin-Kumar 

5. Standard Operating Procedures for Random Time Studies

Stephanie Means, Steven Butt, and Tycho Fredericks

6. Optimization of Class Schedules using Integer Programming

Ashley Hovenkamp, Pam Tkachuk, and Steven Butt

5:00– 6:00 PM

Break

6:00PM-~

Barbecue dinner

Day 2

Thursday July 17th, 2008

8:30 – 10:00 AMKeynote Session S21
Room D109

Nolen Ackerman, Associate Director, IT and Software Dev., R&D, Stryker Medical

Tony Lorentz, Technology Team Leader, Parker Hydraulic Systems, Parker Hannifin

10:00 – 10:30 AM

Coffee break

10:30-12:00 PM

Session S22
Room D209

Micro/Nano Manufacturing
Chair: Muralidhar Ghantasala

1. Design and Simulation of  Hybrid Micro-Actuators

Subash Gokanakonda, Kamlesh Suthar and Muralidhar Ghantasala

2. A Manufacturing Process to Improve the Surface Roughness of a CVD Coated SiC Disk by Performing Ductile Regime Single Point Diamond Turning

Deepak Ravindra and John Patten

3. Fabrication of  Magnetic Nanoparticle Based Ferro Gels

 Kamlesh Suthar, Muralidhar Ghantasala and Derrick Mancini

4. Multifunctional nanoparticles for imaging and therapy of brain cancer.

Mahaveer S. Bhojani, G. Ramachandra Reddy, Alnawaz Rehemtulla, Brian D. Ross, and Swaroop Bhojani

5. The Physical and Mechanical Properties of Ni - SiC and Ni--Al2O3 Nano Metal Matrix Composite Coatings

Pnina Ari-Gur, Khaled A. Alogab, Seyed M. Mirmiran, Abdul Aziz Alam, and Amit Jain

12:00  -1:30 PM

Lunch

1:30 – 3:00 PM
 
Session S23-a
Room D210

Lean Manufacturing
Chair: Jorge Rodriguez

1. Hypothesis Governing the Integration of Simulation and Process Reengineering, Thomas Brady
2. Framework for the Planning and Control of Lean Production System Implementation

Uwe Dombrowski and Stefan Schmidt

3. Key Domains of Leanness and Agility in Job Shops

Zaki Kuruppalil

4. Coherent Systems Modelling in Support of Lean Manufacturing Implementation in SMEs

Joseph Ajaefobi, Bilal Wahid, and Richard Weston

5. Use of CAE Tools to Reduce Manufacturing Defects in Interior Panels

Sathya Narasimhan and Jorge Rodriguez

1:30 – 3:00 PM

Session S23-b
Room D212

CAD/CAM/CAE
Chair: Alamgir Choudhury

1. Application of Genetic Algorithm in Supplier Consolidation using Multifaceted Selection Model 

Eduardo Perez , Shabbir Choudhuri, and Charles Standridge

2. Systematic Validation of Process Automation and Cellular Layout in an Existing Furniture Production Line

Geoffrey J. Miller , Md. Ashfaque, Ur Rahman , and Shabbir Choudhuri

3. Design Enhancement of a Hand-Powered Cycle

Andrew C. Hyder

4. Mathematical Modeling For Simulation of Robot Motion In Manufacturing Industry

Alamgir Choudhury, Pavel Ikonomov, Jorge Rodriguez, Mitchel Keil, Sam Ramrattan  and Luis Rodriguez

5. Modeling and Optimization of End Milling Operations using Quantum Seeded Hybrid Evolutionary Computational Technique

K. Hans Raj, Rajat Setia, Rahul Swarup Sharma, and Prabhat Hajela

3:00  – 3:30 PM

Coffee Break

3:30 PM - 5:00
Panel Discussion
Session S24
Room D209

“The Future of Agile Manufacturing”
Moderator: Bill Higgins

1. Mark Rivera, K&M Machine-Fabricating Inc.
2. Bernard J. (Buzz) Brosnan- Industrial Consultant
3. Tony Lorentz, Parker Hannifin Corp.
4. Nolen Akerman, Sryker Medical Corp.
5. Paul Pollock, Executive Director CAVIDS, WMU

5:00  – 6:30 PM

Break

6:30 -9.15 PM

Fetzer Center, WMU

Conference Cocktail and Banquet
Keynote speaker Bill Higgins, President Steel Collar Associates:
“Strategies for implementing automation to compete with world labor rates and how to properly evaluate the cost of automation”
Dr. Paul Engelmann, Chair IME department, WMU
Best paper awards, Conference recognition

Day 3

Friday, July 18th, 2008

8:30 – 10:00 AM
Keynote Session
S31
Room D209

Mark Rivera, K&M Machine-Fabricating Inc.

Paul Pollock, Executive director, CAVIDS, WMU
Strategic Weapons for a Tightening Global Economy

10:00 – 10:30AM

Coffee break

10:30 AM-12:00  

Session S32-a
Room D210

Supply chain management
Chair: Alok Verma

1. One Piece Flow Method at a Conventional Job Shop

Augustine Siswanto

2. Designing Agility Into the Supply Chain

Richard Monroe and Richard Martin

3. Comprehensive Agility Measurement Tool

Ameya Erande, Alok Verma

4. Purchasing and Supply Chain Agility

Richard Monroe and Richard Martin

5. Achieving Supplier Integration for the Agile Enterprise

Richard Monroe and Richard Martin

10:30 AM-12:00 

Session S32-b
Room D212

Analytical Methods
Chair: Pnina Ari-Gur

1. A new hybrid iron-chromium-nickel material optimized for future global
   demands of valve applications in IC engines.

Simon Narasimhan

2. Displacement Gage for Crack Propagation Studies

Stoyan Stoychev

3. Crystallographic Analysis of PS 304 Tribological Coatings

Pnina Ari-Gur, Joseph Sariel, Thomas Gnäupel-Herold, Malcolm K. Stanford, Christopher DellaCorte, and Phillip B. Abel

4. Numerical modeling of performances of oil-film wedge in a hydrodynamic bearing, depending of type of roughness of contacting surfaces

Dimitar S. Georgiev

5. Achieving Software Quality Certifications Through Agile Software Development

Celio Santana, Cristine Gusmao, Ana Rouiller, Alexandre Vasconcelos

6.  Evaluation Of The Oxidative Properties Of Vegetable Oils as a Base Stocks For Industrial Lubricants Using Spectroscopic and Thermogravimetric Analyses

N. H. Jayadas, and Manoj George

12:00 – 1:00 PM

Lunch

1:00  – 3:30 PM

Industry Visit

Stryker Corporation (registration required)

3:30 –  9.30 PM

Golf
(registration required)

3:30 –  9.30 PM

Wine tasting and Lake Michigan – South Haven trip
(registration required)