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Evaluation of Flexible Manufacturing Systems

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Decision Making in the Manufacturing Environment

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(2007). Evaluation of Flexible Manufacturing Systems. In: Decision Making in the Manufacturing Environment. Springer Series in Advanced Manufacturing. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84628-819-7_10

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