@article{BraunChengDoweyetal.2021,
  author    = {Braun, Sebastian and Cheng, Chi-Tsun and Dowey, Steve and Wollert, J{\"o}rg},
  title     = {Performance evaluation of skill-based order-assignment in production environments with multi-agent systems},
  series = {IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Industrial Electronics},
  journal   = {IEEE Journal of Emerging and Selected Topics in Industrial Electronics},
  number    = {Early Access},
  publisher = {IEEE},
  address   = {New York},
  issn      = {2687-9735},
  doi       = {10.1109/JESTIE.2021.3108524},
  year      = {2021},
  abstract  = {The fourth industrial revolution introduces disruptive technologies to production environments. One of these technologies are multi-agent systems (MASs), where agents virtualize machines. However, the agent's actual performances in production environments can hardly be estimated as most research has been focusing on isolated projects and specific scenarios. We address this gap by implementing a highly connected and configurable reference model with quantifiable key performance indicators (KPIs) for production scheduling and routing in single-piece workflows. Furthermore, we propose an algorithm to optimize the search of extrema in highly connected distributed systems. The benefits, limits, and drawbacks of MASs and their performances are evaluated extensively by event-based simulations against the introduced model, which acts as a benchmark. Even though the performance of the proposed MAS is, on average, slightly lower than the reference system, the increased flexibility allows it to find new solutions and deliver improved factory-planning outcomes. Our MAS shows an emerging behavior by using flexible production techniques to correct errors and compensate for bottlenecks. This increased flexibility offers substantial improvement potential. The general model in this paper allows the transfer of the results to estimate real systems or other models.},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{UlmerBraunChengetal.2020,
  author    = {Ulmer, Jessica and Braun, Sebastian and Cheng, Chi-Tsun and Dowey, Steve and Wollert, J{\"o}rg},
  title     = {Simulation und Verifikation komplexer Handarbeitsprozesse durch die Kombination von Virtual Reality und Augmented Reality im Single-Piece-Workflow},
  series = {AALE 2020, 17. Fachkonferenz Angewandte Automatisierungstechnik in Lehre und Entwicklung, Automatisierung und Mensch-Technik-Interaktion, Leipzig, DE, 4.-6.3.2020},
  booktitle = {AALE 2020, 17. Fachkonferenz Angewandte Automatisierungstechnik in Lehre und Entwicklung, Automatisierung und Mensch-Technik-Interaktion, Leipzig, DE, 4.-6.3.2020},
  isbn      = {978-3-8007-5180-8},
  pages     = {1 -- 4},
  year      = {2020},
  language  = {de}
}
@inproceedings{UlmerBraunChengetal.2020,
  author    = {Ulmer, Jessica and Braun, Sebastian and Cheng, Chi-Tsun and Dowey, Steve and Wollert, J{\"o}rg},
  title     = {Gamified Virtual Reality Training Environment for the Manufacturing Industry},
  doi       = {10.1109/ME49197.2020.9286661},
  pages     = {1 -- 6},
  year      = {2020},
  language  = {de}
}
@inproceedings{ChavezBermudezWollert2020,
  author    = {Chavez Bermudez, Victor Francisco and Wollert, J{\"o}rg},
  title     = {Arduino based Framework for Rapid Application Development of a Generic IO-Link interface},
  series = {Kommunikation und Bildverarbeitung in der Automation},
  booktitle = {Kommunikation und Bildverarbeitung in der Automation},
  publisher = {Springer Vieweg},
  address   = {Berlin},
  isbn      = {978-3-662-59895-5},
  doi       = {10.1007/978-3-662-59895-5_2},
  pages     = {21 -- 33},
  year      = {2020},
  abstract  = {The implementation of IO-Link in the automation industry has increased over the years. Its main advantage is it offers a digital point-to-point plugand-play interface for any type of device or application. This simplifies the communication between devices and increases productivity with its different features like self-parametrization and maintenance. However, its complete potential is not always used. The aim of this paper is to create an Arduino based framework for the development of generic IO-Link devices and increase its implementation for rapid prototyping. By generating the IO device description file (IODD) from a graphical user interface, and further customizable options for the device application, the end-user can intuitively develop generic IO-Link devices. The peculiarity of this framework relies on its simplicity and abstraction which allows to implement any sensor functionality and virtually connect any type of device to an IO-Link master. This work consists of the general overview of the framework, the technical background of its development and a proof of concept which demonstrates the workflow for its implementation.},
  language  = {en}
}
@article{UlmerGroeningerBraunetal.2020,
  author    = {Ulmer, Jessica and Gr{\"o}ninger, Marc and Braun, Sebastian and Wollert, J{\"o}rg},
  title     = {AR Arbeitspl{\"a}tze: F{\"u}r hochflexible und skalierbare Produktionsumgebungen},
  series = {atp Magazin},
  volume    = {62},
  journal   = {atp Magazin},
  number    = {10},
  publisher = {Vulkan-Verlag},
  address   = {Essen},
  issn      = {2364-3137},
  doi       = {10.17560/atp.v62i10.2495},
  year      = {2020},
  abstract  = {Trotz fortschreitender Automatisierung bleiben manuelle T{\"a}tigkeiten ein wichtiger Baustein der Fertigung kundenindividueller Produkte. Um die Mitarbeiter(innen) zu unterst{\"u}tzen und um eine effiziente Arbeit zu erm{\"o}glichen, werden zunehmend auf Augmented Reality (AR) basierende Systeme eingesetzt. Die vorgestellte Arbeit konzentriert sich auf die Entwicklung ganzheitlicher AR-Arbeitspl{\"a}tze f{\"u}r den Einsatz in kleinen und mittleren Unternehmen (KMU). Das entwickelte AR- Handarbeitskonzept beinhaltet eine Just-in-time-Darstellung der Arbeitsaufgaben auf Werkst{\"u}cken mit automatisierter Fertigungskontrolle. Als Reaktion auf kurze Produktlebenszyklen und hohe Produktvielfalten sind alle Komponenten auf maximale Flexibilit{\"a}t ausgelegt. Ein Umr{\"u}sten auf neue Produkte kann innerhalb von Minuten erfolgen.},
  language  = {de}
}
@inproceedings{ChavezBermudezWollert2019,
  author    = {Chavez Bermudez, Victor Francisco and Wollert, J{\"o}rg},
  title     = {Gateway for Automation Controllers and Cloud based Voice Recognition Services},
  series = {KommA, 10. Jahreskolloquium Kommunikation in der Automation},
  booktitle = {KommA, 10. Jahreskolloquium Kommunikation in der Automation},
  publisher = {Institut f{\"u}r Automation und Kommunikation},
  address   = {Magdeburg},
  organization    = {KommA, 2019, Jahreskolloquium Kommunikation in der Automation, 10., Lemgo, DE, 2019-11-20 - 2019-11-21},
  isbn      = {978-3-944722-85-6},
  pages     = {1 -- 8},
  year      = {2019},
  language  = {en}
}
@article{UlmerBraunChengetal.2020,
  author    = {Ulmer, Jessica and Braun, Sebastian and Cheng, Chi-Tsun and Dowey, Steve and Wollert, J{\"o}rg},
  title     = {Human-Centered Gamification Framework for Manufacturing Systems},
  series = {Procedia CIRP},
  volume    = {93},
  journal   = {Procedia CIRP},
  publisher = {Elsevier},
  address   = {Amsterdam},
  issn      = {2212-8271},
  doi       = {10.1016/j.procir.2020.04.076},
  pages     = {670 -- 675},
  year      = {2020},
  abstract  = {While bringing new opportunities, the Industry 4.0 movement also imposes new challenges to the manufacturing industry and all its stakeholders. In this competitive environment, a skilled and engaged workforce is a key to success. Gamification can generate valuable feedbacks for improving employees' engagement and performance. Currently, Gamification in workspaces focuses on computer-based assignments and training, while tasks that require manual labor are rarely considered. This research provides an overview of Enterprise Gamification approaches and evaluates the challenges. Based on that, a skill-based Gamification framework for manual tasks is proposed, and a case study in the Industry 4.0 model factory is shown.},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{BraunChengDoweyetal.2020,
  author    = {Braun, Sebastian and Cheng, Chi-Tsun and Dowey, Steve and Wollert, J{\"o}rg},
  title     = {Survey on Security Concepts to Adapt Flexible Manufacturing and Operations Management based upon Multi-Agent Systems},
  series = {2020 IEEE 29th International Symposium on Industrial Electronics (ISIE)},
  booktitle = {2020 IEEE 29th International Symposium on Industrial Electronics (ISIE)},
  doi       = {10.1109/ISIE45063.2020.9152210},
  year      = {2020},
  language  = {en}
}
@inproceedings{UlmerWollertChengetal.2020,
  author    = {Ulmer, Jessica and Wollert, J{\"o}rg and Cheng, C. and Dowey, S.},
  title     = {Enterprise Gamification f{\"u}r produzierende mittelst{\"a}ndische Unternehmen},
  series = {Shaping automation for our future: 21. Leitkongress Mess- u. Automatisierungstechnik : Automation 2020 : 30. Juni u. 01. Juli 2020},
  booktitle = {Shaping automation for our future: 21. Leitkongress Mess- u. Automatisierungstechnik : Automation 2020 : 30. Juni u. 01. Juli 2020},
  publisher = {VDI-Verlag},
  address   = {D{\"u}sseldorf},
  isbn      = {978-3-18-092375-8},
  pages     = {157 -- 165},
  year      = {2020},
  language  = {de}
}
@inproceedings{BraunChengLaietal.2019,
  author    = {Braun, Sebastian and Cheng, Chi-Tsun and Lai, Chow Yin and Wollert, J{\"o}rg},
  title     = {Microservice Architecture for Automation - Realization by the example of a model-factory's manufacturing execution system},
  series = {Proceedings of the 23rd World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics: WMSCI 2019},
  booktitle = {Proceedings of the 23rd World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics: WMSCI 2019},
  pages     = {33 -- 37},
  year      = {2019},
  language  = {en}
}