M.D. Al-Ansary
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11
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About
M.D. Al-Ansary is a researcher whose work focuses on the intersection of design optimization and manufacturing efficiency, with a particular emphasis on cost reduction through computational methods. His key research areas include concurrent engineering, manufacturing cycle cost optimization, and the application of genetic algorithms (GA) to complex engineering problems. Al-Ansary’s major contribution lies in developing systematic multi-phase procedures that simultaneously optimize both design and manufacturing parameters, effectively resolving the often conflicting relationship between these variables. His most cited work, "Concurrent optimization of manufacturing cycle cost by genetic algorithms" (2007, 8 citations), introduces a novel GA-based framework that considers design and manufacturing decision variables together, rather than sequentially. This approach allows for more holistic and cost-effective solutions. In a related study (2007, 3 citations), he applied this methodology to the specific case of robot arm design, formulating a multi-variable objective function to minimize total manufacturing cost under given constraints. While his citation counts are modest, Al-Ansary’s work represents a practical and systematic contribution to concurrent engineering, offering valuable insights for researchers and practitioners seeking to integrate design and manufacturing decisions for improved economic outcomes.
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- 2GA based optimization of manufacturing cycle cost3 citations · 2007