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An approach is formulated for the automated acquisition of process selection and within-feature process sequencing knowledge from examples using neural networks. Network architecture, problem representation and performance issues are discussed.
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Knapp, G.M., Wang, HP.(. Acquiring, storing and utilizing process planning knowledge using neural networks. J Intell Manuf 3, 333–344 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01577274
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