Automation refers to the use of mechanized equipment and computer systems to perform physical tasks, reducing or eliminating the need for human oversight. :
: An extension of programmable automation that allows for product changeovers with zero downtime. 2. Production Systems Infrastructure Automation,Production Systems and CIM
: High-volume production with a fixed equipment configuration (e.g., transfer lines). Automation refers to the use of mechanized equipment
: A defined set of commands that direct the process (e.g., CNC code). Automation,Production Systems and CIM
: The mechanism that actuates the instructions, often using closed-loop or open-loop feedback. Categories of Automation :