Human Intelligence-Based Manufacturing is part of the Advanced
Manufacturing Series edited by Professor D.T. Pham of the University of
Wales, College of Cardiff. The Flexibility Computerised-Integrated
Manufacturing Structure (FCIMS) is a significant innovation in the field
of the production science and technology which combines rapid
manufacture with the requirements of human society. Due to greater
market diversification a new approach is needed as a response to this
new manufacturing environment. International expert contributions deal
with aspects of this response and describe how to amalgamate higher
levels of automation with human-oriented functions, maintaining a high
level of productivity. The benefits are an improved international
competitiveness and co-operation. Since Human Intelligent-Based
Manufacturing deals with the integration of technology and sociology
it is of interest to both the academia and industry. Collaboration in
manufacturing between Japan, Europe and the United States is a topic of
high current interest.