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Unified reference model for smart manufacturing

A common modelling language for coordinating equipment, products and services in smart manufacturing.

Overview

Defines terminology, structure, modelling elements and relationships for new or extended reference models.

Key points

01

Common modelling elements

Describe products, production and their lifecycles consistently.

Basis: IEC scope
02

Coherent system models

Use shared structures and conformance criteria to align specialized manufacturing models.

Basis: IEC scope
03

Extending existing systems

Support capability analysis and model extension for new and existing systems.

Basis: IEC scope

Application to overseas operations

For an overseas plant involving suppliers from several countries, this model can support architecture discussions and clarify relationships among products, equipment and services.

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