Title:     Innovations in Manufacturing - Drivers and Paradigms

Speaker:    Professor Bernard Hon, University of Liverpool

Time:         13:30-16:00, Monday,11 Nov 2019

Venue:       206, 遗传学楼 

Abstract:

Innovations are critical for technology progress and wealth creation.  Innovations In manufacturing is not only imperative for competition but also for the long term vitality of the economy.  Following an  introduction on the changing scenes in global manufacturing, a summary on innovation theories and recent developments in open innovation will be presented.  The basic issues of critical thinking and the implications to innovative design and manufacturing will be addressed.  Innovation is perceived as a key driver for achieving high value manufacturing which is a national goal in the UK.  The central theme of this presentation will be discussed under six main headings:  process intensification, process substitution, interface between different disciplines, new philosophies, information and communication technology and new grand challenges.  Numerous examples on process and product innovation will be given to support the presentation. 

Short Bio

Prof. Bernard Hon is an internationally renowned academic in the area of manufacturing systems and sustainable manufacturing. He has published over 130 scientific publications, and he has been actively involved with numerous national and international organizations on research assessment, fundamental and applied research and education. He was the former Head of Department of Industrial Studies and holder of the Chair of Manufacturing Systems in the School of Engineering at the University of Liverpool, and a Fellow of the International Academy for Production Engineering (CIRP).

Contact:  孔令豹，光科系