FMMC Funded Research Projects for 1996-97

The following projects were selected by the Center Advisory Committee for the 1996-97 fiscal year. Associate Center Members can be involved directly with any of the projects by having a company representative on the Technical Monitors Group and/or by providing direct assistance in the research. If you are interested in participating with any of these projects, please contact the individuals in charge of the various projects or the Center.

Computerized Classification and Coding Extensions
Kiln Scheduling Extensions
Ergonomics in the Furniture Industry:: Applying What We Have Learned
Forecasting and Scheduling in the Furniture Industry
An Intranet Product Data Management Toolset: for the Furniture Industry
High Speed Surface Assessment of Wood Components
Robotic Sanding of Wood-Based Furniture: Components with Complex Contour - Year 2
Extensions for the Virtual Factory Furniture System