Automatic Fault Communication and Annunciation System to Improve Productivity in Manufacturing Industries

Abstract

This paper explains about Automatic Fault Communication System which is the component concerned with detecting, isolating and assist in resolving problems in the shop floor. A properly implemented system can keep the assembly line running at an optimum level provides a measure of fault tolerance and minimizes downtime. A set of functions or applications designed specifically for this purpose is called a fault/management platform. Important functions of Automated Fault communication System includes: definition of threshold for potential failure conditions, constant monitoring of system status and usage levels, general diagnostics Online monitoring of the system elements including workstations and servers, alarms that notify administrators and users of impending and actual malfunctions, tracing the locations of the actual malfunctions, detailed logging of system status and actions taken. The objectives of this paper are to design automatic fault communication system to connect fault management to system management protocols and software, and to enrich the tools and common architecture for research underlying failure modes.