Publications

International Journals

  • R.Saravanan, P.Asokan, M.Sachithanandam, "Comparative analysis of Conventional and Non-Conventional optimization techniques for CNC turning processes", International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK, Vol.17, 2001, pp 471-476.
  • P.Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, G.Satheesh Kumar, "Machine Cell grouping in cellular manufacturing systems using non traditional optimization techniques- A comparative study", International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK, Vol.18, 2001, pp 140-147.
  • R.Saravanan, P.Asokan, M.Sachithanandam, "A multi Objective Genetic Algorithm (GA) approach for optimization of surface grinding operations", International Journal of Machine tools and Manufacture, UK, Vol.42, 2002, pp 1327-1334.
  • K.Vijayakumar, G.Prabhaharan, P.Asokan, R.Saravanan, "Optimization of Multi-pass turning operations using ant colony system", International Journal of Machine Tools & Manufacture, UK, Vol.43, 2003, pp 1633-1639.
  • R.Saravanan, P.Asokan, K.Vijayakumar, "Machining Parameters Optimization for turning cylindrical stock into continuous finished profile using Genetic Algorithm (GA) and Simulated Annealing (SA)", International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK, Vol.21, 2003, pp 1-9.
  • N.Baskar, R.Saravanan, P.Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, "Ant Colony algorithm approach for multi-objective optimization and surface grinding operation", International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK, Vol. 23, 2004, pp 311-317.
  • J.Jerald, P.Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, R.Saravanan, "Scheduling Optimization of Flexible Manufacturing Systems using Particle Swarm Optimization algorithm", International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK, Vol. 25, 2005, pp 964-971.
  • Muruganandam, G. Prabhaharan, P.Asokan, V. Baskaran, A Memetic algorithm approach to the cell formation problem ", International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK, Vol.25, 2005, pp 988-997.
  • N.Baskar, P.Asokan, R.Saravanan, G.Prabhaharan, "Optimization of machining parameters for milling operations using Non-conventional methods", International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK, Vol. 25, 2005, pp 1078-1088.
  • R.Saravanan, R.Siva Sankar, P.Asokan, K.Vijayakumar, G.Prabhaharan, "Optimization of Cutting conditions during continuous finished profile machining using non-traditional techniques", International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK, Vol. 26, 2005, pp 30-40.
  • P.Asokan, N.Baskar, K.Babu, G.Prabhaharan, R.Saravanan, "Optimization of Surface Grinding operations using Particle Swarm Optimization Technique", ASME Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering, USA, November 2005, pp 1-8.
  • J.Jerald, P.Asokan, R.Saravanan, A.Delphin Carolina Rani , "Simultaneous Scheduling of Parts and AGVs in an FMS using Nontraditional Optimization Techniques", International Journal of Applied Management Technology, USA, Volume 3 (1), May 2005.
  • N.Baskar, P.Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, R.Saravanan, "Selection of Optimal Machining Parameters for Multi Tool Milling Operations Using a Memetic Algorithm", Journal of Materials Processing Technology, UK, (In - Print).
  • S.Sathish Kumar, P.Asokan, S.Kumanan, "Optimization of depth of cut in multi-pass turning using nontraditional optimization techniques ", International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK, (In-Print).
  • R.Christu Paul, P.Asokan, V.I.Prabhakar, "A solution of the facility layout problem having passages and inner structure walls using Particle Swarm Optimization", International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK, (In-Print).
  • M.Chandrasekaran, P.Asokan, S.Kumanan, T.Balamurugan, S.Nickolas, "Solving Job Shop Scheduling problems using Artificial Immune System", International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK, (In-Print).
  • R.Siva Sankar, P.Asokan, R.Saravanan, S.Kumanan, G.Prabhaharan, "Selection of machining parameters for constrained machining problem using evolutionary computation", International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK, (In-Print).
  • J.Jerald, P.Asokan, R.Saravanan, A.Delphin Carolina Rani, "Simultaneous Scheduling of Parts and AGVs in an FMS using Adaptive Genetic Algorithm", International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK, (In-Print).

National Journals

  • P.Asokan, M.Sachithanandam, "Computer Simulation - A tool for planning and design of Flexible Manufacturing System", The Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management, Indian Institute of Production Engineers, Bangalore, October 1997
  • P.Asokan, M.Sitaram Prasad, M.Sachithanandam, "Optimization of FMS facility layout using Genetic Algorithm", Industrial Engineering Journal, Mumbai, Vol. XXVII, No. 9, pp.12-19,September,1998
  • N.Babu, N.Baskar, P.Asokan, R.Saravanan, "Selection of optimum machining parameters for surface grinding operations using simulated annealing algorithm", Journal of Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, Vol. 3 (2), February 2004, 12-18.
  • N.Baskar, P.Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, R.Saravanan, "Optimization of machining parameters for multi-tool milling operations using Memetic Algorithm", Journal of Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, Vol.3 (4), April 2004, 6-11
  • R.Siva Sankar, P.Asokan, S.Kumanan, T.Selvaraj, "Adaptive Genetic Algorithm approach for optimization of Multipass turning operation", Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, Vol.4 (5), May 2005, pp 12-16.
  • J.Jerald, P.Asokan, R.Saravanan, A.Delphin Carolina Rani, "Simultaneous Scheduling of Parts and AGVs in an FMS Using Genetic Algorithm", Journal of Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, India, pp.8-11, Vol. 3, No. 12, 2004.
  • T.Pannerselvam, G.Karthikeyan, N.Baskar, R.Siva Sankar, P.Asokan, "Economical machining parameters for milling operations by Ants Colony Algorithm", Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, Vol.4 (9), September 2005, pp 8-12.
  • V.Srinivasa Raman, P.Asokan, S.Kumanan, K.Barathi Raja, "Multi-Speed Gearbox Design using Swarm Intelligence", Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, Bangalore, (Accepted).
  • R. Ravi Kumar, N. Narendar Singh, P. Asokan, S. Kumanan, "Optimisation of Parameters in Electric Discharge Machining using Genetic Algorithm",Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, Bangalore, (Accepted).

International Conferences

  • "Application of CAD/CAM Techniques in Master Cam Profile Generation", AIMTDR Conferences , PSG college of technology, Coimbatore, 1992,pp. 54-59.
  • "Simulation of Manufacturing Systems", at National Conference on CAD/CAM, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore, August 1994, pp.M.2.1-2.2.
  • "An Interactive Computer modelling and simulation for the evaluation of manufacturing planning and control strategies", at National Conference Quest. Oct-1995. Hyderabad, pp H1-H6.
  • "A Knowledge based simulation of Flexible Manufacturing System", at International Conference on intelligent Robotics System. Nov 1995, Bangalore, pp524-528.
  • "Development of an algorithm for controlling AGVs in Flexible Manufacturing System", at international conference on CAD CAM, Automation, Robotics and Factories of Future, Jan 1996, NewDelhi pp159-195.
  • "Analysis of FMS simulation software using ANOVA", National Conference on intelligent Manufacturing Systems, Coimbatore, feb 1998, pp.I 3.1-3.4
  • "A combined approach for layout optimization using Genetic Algorithm and Simulation", National Conference on Intelligent Manufacturing Systems, Coimbatore, Feb 1998, J 4.1-4.8
  • "Computer Simulation- An aid for class room instruction on FMS", Advanced simulation Technologies International Conference 1998, The society for Computer Simulation International, Boston, Massachusetts, April 1998.
  • "A Comparative study of facility layout in FMS using GA under varying genetic operators", AIMTDR Conference at IIT Kharagpur in December, 1998, pp.555-560
  • "Selection of optimal condition in multipass face milling using Non-Conventional methods", pg 61-69, 20th AIMTDR Conference, 2002.
  • "Gear Box optimization using GA", national conference of Institution of Engineers, sep-2002
  • "Optimization of Machining Parameters for Milling Operations using Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm .", Proceedings of the National Conference on Modelling and Simulation in Manufacturing - March 15-16 2003, pages E13 - E19
  • "Design Optimization of Cellular Manufacturing System using Simulated Annealing algorithm and Genetic Algorithm. ", Proceedings of the National Conference on Modelling and Simulation in Manufacturing - March 2003, pages D73 - D84
  • "Scheduling of FMS Using Ant Colony Optimization", Proceedings of the National Conference on Modelling and Simulation in Manufacturing - March 15-16 2003, pages D55 - D61
  • Computerized optimization of process parameters for surface grinding operations using adaptive genetic algorithm", International conference on responsive supply chain and organizational competitiveness (RSC -2004), CIT, Coimbatore, January 5-6, 2004.
  • Optimization of machining parameters for milling operations using Ant Colony algorithm and genetic algorithm, World class manufacturing, Amirta Institute of technology and science, Coimbatore, 2003, 39-46.
  • Optimization of machining parameters for multi pass face milling operation using Particle Swarm Optimization, National conference on modeling and analysis of production systems (MAPS-2004), National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli, January 22-23, 2004.
  • Multi objective optimization of surface grinding operations using memetic algorithm, National conference on modeling and analysis of production systems (MAPS-2004), National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli, January 22-23, 2004.
  • Optimization of machining parameters for Multipass face milling operations using Memetic Algorithm, Conference on Advances Materials and Manufacturing technology, IIT, Chennai, April 2004, 27-28.
  • Optimizing the process parameters of surface grinding operations - A Memetic approach, Conference on advances materials and manufacturing technology, IIT, Chennai, April 2004, 29-30.
  • Optimization of machining parameters for Multi tool milling operations using Simulated Annealing algorithm, conference on Contemporary Approaches in Design and Manufacturing, CADAM '05, ACCET, Karaikudi, March 23-24 , 2005.
  • " Optimization of cutting parameters for Multipass Turning operation using Particle Swarm Optimization", ICCES'05, IIT Madras, December 2005. pp 3292-3297.