%0 Journal Article %A Majid Tolouei-Rad %D 2009 %J International Journal of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering %B World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology %I Open Science Index 35, 2009 %T Intelligent Design of Reconfigurable Machines %U https://publications.waset.org/pdf/3696 %V 35 %X This paper presents methodologies for developing an intelligent CAD system assisting in analysis and design of reconfigurable special machines. It describes a procedure for determining feasibility of utilizing these machines for a given part and presents a model for developing an intelligent CAD system. The system analyzes geometrical and topological information of the given part to determine possibility of the part being produced by reconfigurable special machines from a technical point of view. Also feasibility of the process from a economical point of view is analyzed. Then the system determines proper positioning of the part considering details of machining features and operations needed. This involves determination of operation types, cutting tools and the number of working stations needed. Upon completion of this stage the overall layout of the machine and machining equipment required are determined. %P 1410 - 1414