Intelligent technologies are leading to the next wave of industrial revolution in manufacturing.In developed economies,firms are embracing these advanced technologies following a sequential upgrading strategy-from dig...Intelligent technologies are leading to the next wave of industrial revolution in manufacturing.In developed economies,firms are embracing these advanced technologies following a sequential upgrading strategy-from digital manufacturing to smart manufacturing(digital-networked),and then to newgeneration intelligent manufacturing paradigms.However,Chinese firms face a different scenario.On the one hand,they have diverse technological bases that vary from low-end electrified machinery to leading-edge digital-network technologies;thus,they may not follow an identical upgrading pathway.On the other hand,Chinese firms aim to rapidly catch up and transition from technology followers to probable frontrunners;thus,the turbulences in the transitioning phase may trigger a precious opportunity for leapfrogging,if Chinese manufacturers can swiftly acquire domain expertise through the adoption of intelligent manufacturing technologies.This study addresses the following question by conducting multiple case studies:Can Chinese firms upgrade intelligent manufacturing through different pathways than the sequential one followed in developed economies?The data sources include semistructured interviews and archival data.This study finds that Chinese manufacturing firms have a variety of pathways to transition across the three technological paradigms of intelligent manufacturing in nonconsecutive ways.This finding implies that Chinese firms may strategize their own upgrading pathways toward intelligent manufacturing according to their capabilities and industrial specifics;furthermore,this finding can be extended to other catching-up economies.This paper provides a strategic roadmap as an explanatory guide to manufacturing firms,policymakers,and investors.展开更多
The chemical compositions and microstructures of the armor strips excavated from the Emperor Qin Shi Huang's mausoleum were examined systematically by using optical microscopy and electron microscopy.It was found ...The chemical compositions and microstructures of the armor strips excavated from the Emperor Qin Shi Huang's mausoleum were examined systematically by using optical microscopy and electron microscopy.It was found that the armor strips were made of pure copper.Based on the morphology of α-Cu recrystal grain and copper sulphide(Cu2S) inclusions in the armor strips,the manufacturing techniques were proposed as follows:smelting pure copper,casting a lamellar plate,forming the cast ingots into sheets through repeated cold forging combined with annealing heat treatment,and finally cutting the sheets into filaments.Furthermore,through the deformation of copper sulphide(Cu2S) inclusions in the strips,the work rate during forging was evaluated and calculated to be close to 75%.展开更多
Nowadays,China has become the country that introduces the largest amount of foreign capital.Up to June 2008,the accumulative total number of foreign- invested enterprises in China is over 632 thousand:the total amount...Nowadays,China has become the country that introduces the largest amount of foreign capital.Up to June 2008,the accumulative total number of foreign- invested enterprises in China is over 632 thousand:the total amount of actual use of foreign capital is over US$582 billion.There are over 400 multination- als of top 500 investing in China,30 of which set up regional headquarters。展开更多
Additive manufacturing (AM), while enabling the production of parts with complex geometries, presents new challenges. In particular, the achievement of the basic mechanical properties of the alloy must be ensured. In ...Additive manufacturing (AM), while enabling the production of parts with complex geometries, presents new challenges. In particular, the achievement of the basic mechanical properties of the alloy must be ensured. In general, the strength-ductility properties of metals depend strongly on their microstructure, and controlling these properties requires paying attention to the alloy composition, processing technique and heat treatments. Austenite 316L stainless steel parts produced by AM demonstrate good ductility and high yield strength—higher than that obtained with annealed 316L. Some preferred orientation of the mechanical properties was found as a function of the laser path, namely, the Young’s modulus varied with respect to the angle between the build direction and the normal to the build direction. In the present study, samples of AM 316L in three orientations relative to the print direction (0˚, 45˚and 90˚) are compared to a forged sample. Mechanical properties, scanning electron microscopy-SEM fractography, energy dispersive X-ray spectroscope-EDS analysis of the fracture and optical cross section images of the samples along the stress tension after the failure are presented.展开更多
China's hydropower equipment manufacturing technology has benef ited from the policy of reform and opening-up and the "Three Gorges Model." The latter means an approach of self-supply of hydropower equip...China's hydropower equipment manufacturing technology has benef ited from the policy of reform and opening-up and the "Three Gorges Model." The latter means an approach of self-supply of hydropower equipment. Based on the foundations laid through independent research and development, by way of digesting, absorbing and innovating the technologies introduced from abroad for the Left Bank Station of the Three Gorges Hydropower Station, domestic suppliers independently designed and manufactured large hydropower units for the Right Bank Station of the Three Gorges and many other large hydropower stations in China.展开更多
This paper explores the integration of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) using virtual reality and smart glasses technology in food manufacturing. The study employs a thorough methodology, combining observational i...This paper explores the integration of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) using virtual reality and smart glasses technology in food manufacturing. The study employs a thorough methodology, combining observational insights to develop a comprehensive SOP. Implementation at different firms resulted in significant improvements, reducing product waste and enhancing overall efficiency. The use of virtual reality further augments SOP adoption. The findings underscore SOPs’ transformative influence, offering a tangible solution to challenges in the food production sector. Recommendations include regular SOP reviews and ongoing training for sustained success. Different firms exemplify SOPs as indispensable tools for operational excellence.展开更多
On January 7, 2015 the project ＂Study on the technology formanufacture of high-spheroidicity FCC catalysts ＂undertakenby the SINOPEC Research Institute of Petroleum Processing（RIPP） has passed the technical apprai...On January 7, 2015 the project ＂Study on the technology formanufacture of high-spheroidicity FCC catalysts ＂undertakenby the SINOPEC Research Institute of Petroleum Processing（RIPP） has passed the technical appraisal organized by theScience and Technology Division of the Sinopec Corp.展开更多
ZTE Corporation announced on November 6, 2009 that the company has received the prestigious "World’s Best CDMA Equipment Manufacturer 2009" award from research and consulting firm Frost & Sullivan.
The potential Chinese market is increasingly attracting the major PC producers of the world, against a background of a forecast that the global PC market is shrinking. According to an analysis of experts with the Mini...The potential Chinese market is increasingly attracting the major PC producers of the world, against a background of a forecast that the global PC market is shrinking. According to an analysis of experts with the Ministry of the Electronics Industry, the institutional demand for PCs will substantially increase with the implementation of the national economy information management system.展开更多
According to Q2 Report on China’s Wearable Device Market,China’s wearable devices in Q2 2016 saw an output of 9.54 million units,up 13.2%month-on-month and 81.4%yearon-year.The basic wearable devices representing by...According to Q2 Report on China’s Wearable Device Market,China’s wearable devices in Q2 2016 saw an output of 9.54 million units,up 13.2%month-on-month and 81.4%yearon-year.The basic wearable devices representing by wristband,children watch and smart shoes increased by92.1%year-on-year and the smart wearable devices represented by smart watch increased by 3.4%year-on-year.'Unlike the overseas展开更多
2006 is the commencing year of the Eleventh Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development, and also the fifth anniversary of China joining the World Trade Organization. After the development of the trans...2006 is the commencing year of the Eleventh Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development, and also the fifth anniversary of China joining the World Trade Organization. After the development of the transition period in these years, China’s national economy has successfully inte grated into the global system. National economy remains de- veloping at a high speed. The total amount of import and export reached more than 1.4 trillion USD,展开更多
Servitization of manufacturing has become one of the main pathways for transition and upgrade in the manufacturing industry.New information and communication technologies(ICTs),such as the Internet of Things,Big Data,...Servitization of manufacturing has become one of the main pathways for transition and upgrade in the manufacturing industry.New information and communication technologies(ICTs),such as the Internet of Things,Big Data,and Cloud Computing have enabled the servitization of manufacturing in terms of value creation,resource management,and supply chain management.This study presents a comprehensive review on the servitization in operations management in the era of new ICTs.A new value chain framework is proposed under the business model that revolves around servitization,which showcases the new activities and ways of implementation in the era of new ICTs.The virtualization,configuration,and evaluation of integrated manufacturing and service resources are analyzed.In particular,the methods used in new ICT-supported resource management platforms are surveyed.Problems in the supply chain management in manufacturing services(including the selection of partners,as well as the coordination,planning,and scheduling among members)are presented.This study concludes with a discussion on state-of-the-art servitization in operations management in the era of new ICTs.展开更多
This study examines the impact of outward foreign direct investment(OFDI)on Chinese manufacturing firms'financialization and servitization.Using a difference-in-differences approach with propensity score matching,...This study examines the impact of outward foreign direct investment(OFDI)on Chinese manufacturing firms'financialization and servitization.Using a difference-in-differences approach with propensity score matching,we found that OFDI encouraged firms'financial and service activities.The effects of OFDI on financialization were stronger for firms specializing in short-term financial assets,operating in labor and technology-intensive sectors,investing overseas to pursue production,resources and markets there,and investing in non-OECD and Belt and Road Initiative(BRI)countries.Meanwhile,firms investing overseas were more likely to provide services at the sale or postsale stages.Outward foreign direct investment has also boosted the service activities of firms operating in the technology-intensive sector by investing overseas to seek resources and markets,as well as investing in non-OECD and BRI countries.Finally,OFDI partially influenced the extent of financialization and servitization of firms by affecting their profit-making ability.展开更多
基金This research is supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(91646102,L1824039,L1724034,L1624045,and L1524015)the project of China’s Ministry of Education(16JDGC011)+6 种基金the Chinese Academy of Engineering’s consultancy project(2019-ZD-9)the National Science and Technology Major Project(2016ZX04005002)Beijing Natural Science Foundation Project(9182013)the technology projects of the Chinese Academy of Engineering’s China Knowledge Center for Engineering Sciences(CKCEST-2019-2-13,CKCEST-2018-1-13,CKCEST-2017-1-10,and CKCEST-2015-4-2)the UK–China Industry Academia Partnership Programme(UK-CIAPP\260)the Volvo-supported Green Economy and Sustainable Development Projects in the Tsinghua University(20153000181)Tsinghua Initiative Research(2016THZW).
文摘Intelligent technologies are leading to the next wave of industrial revolution in manufacturing.In developed economies,firms are embracing these advanced technologies following a sequential upgrading strategy-from digital manufacturing to smart manufacturing(digital-networked),and then to newgeneration intelligent manufacturing paradigms.However,Chinese firms face a different scenario.On the one hand,they have diverse technological bases that vary from low-end electrified machinery to leading-edge digital-network technologies;thus,they may not follow an identical upgrading pathway.On the other hand,Chinese firms aim to rapidly catch up and transition from technology followers to probable frontrunners;thus,the turbulences in the transitioning phase may trigger a precious opportunity for leapfrogging,if Chinese manufacturers can swiftly acquire domain expertise through the adoption of intelligent manufacturing technologies.This study addresses the following question by conducting multiple case studies:Can Chinese firms upgrade intelligent manufacturing through different pathways than the sequential one followed in developed economies?The data sources include semistructured interviews and archival data.This study finds that Chinese manufacturing firms have a variety of pathways to transition across the three technological paradigms of intelligent manufacturing in nonconsecutive ways.This finding implies that Chinese firms may strategize their own upgrading pathways toward intelligent manufacturing according to their capabilities and industrial specifics;furthermore,this finding can be extended to other catching-up economies.This paper provides a strategic roadmap as an explanatory guide to manufacturing firms,policymakers,and investors.
文摘The chemical compositions and microstructures of the armor strips excavated from the Emperor Qin Shi Huang's mausoleum were examined systematically by using optical microscopy and electron microscopy.It was found that the armor strips were made of pure copper.Based on the morphology of α-Cu recrystal grain and copper sulphide(Cu2S) inclusions in the armor strips,the manufacturing techniques were proposed as follows:smelting pure copper,casting a lamellar plate,forming the cast ingots into sheets through repeated cold forging combined with annealing heat treatment,and finally cutting the sheets into filaments.Furthermore,through the deformation of copper sulphide(Cu2S) inclusions in the strips,the work rate during forging was evaluated and calculated to be close to 75%.
文摘Nowadays,China has become the country that introduces the largest amount of foreign capital.Up to June 2008,the accumulative total number of foreign- invested enterprises in China is over 632 thousand:the total amount of actual use of foreign capital is over US$582 billion.There are over 400 multination- als of top 500 investing in China,30 of which set up regional headquarters。
文摘Additive manufacturing (AM), while enabling the production of parts with complex geometries, presents new challenges. In particular, the achievement of the basic mechanical properties of the alloy must be ensured. In general, the strength-ductility properties of metals depend strongly on their microstructure, and controlling these properties requires paying attention to the alloy composition, processing technique and heat treatments. Austenite 316L stainless steel parts produced by AM demonstrate good ductility and high yield strength—higher than that obtained with annealed 316L. Some preferred orientation of the mechanical properties was found as a function of the laser path, namely, the Young’s modulus varied with respect to the angle between the build direction and the normal to the build direction. In the present study, samples of AM 316L in three orientations relative to the print direction (0˚, 45˚and 90˚) are compared to a forged sample. Mechanical properties, scanning electron microscopy-SEM fractography, energy dispersive X-ray spectroscope-EDS analysis of the fracture and optical cross section images of the samples along the stress tension after the failure are presented.
文摘China's hydropower equipment manufacturing technology has benef ited from the policy of reform and opening-up and the "Three Gorges Model." The latter means an approach of self-supply of hydropower equipment. Based on the foundations laid through independent research and development, by way of digesting, absorbing and innovating the technologies introduced from abroad for the Left Bank Station of the Three Gorges Hydropower Station, domestic suppliers independently designed and manufactured large hydropower units for the Right Bank Station of the Three Gorges and many other large hydropower stations in China.
文摘This paper explores the integration of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) using virtual reality and smart glasses technology in food manufacturing. The study employs a thorough methodology, combining observational insights to develop a comprehensive SOP. Implementation at different firms resulted in significant improvements, reducing product waste and enhancing overall efficiency. The use of virtual reality further augments SOP adoption. The findings underscore SOPs’ transformative influence, offering a tangible solution to challenges in the food production sector. Recommendations include regular SOP reviews and ongoing training for sustained success. Different firms exemplify SOPs as indispensable tools for operational excellence.
文摘On January 7, 2015 the project ＂Study on the technology formanufacture of high-spheroidicity FCC catalysts ＂undertakenby the SINOPEC Research Institute of Petroleum Processing（RIPP） has passed the technical appraisal organized by theScience and Technology Division of the Sinopec Corp.
文摘ZTE Corporation announced on November 6, 2009 that the company has received the prestigious "World’s Best CDMA Equipment Manufacturer 2009" award from research and consulting firm Frost & Sullivan.
文摘The potential Chinese market is increasingly attracting the major PC producers of the world, against a background of a forecast that the global PC market is shrinking. According to an analysis of experts with the Ministry of the Electronics Industry, the institutional demand for PCs will substantially increase with the implementation of the national economy information management system.
文摘According to Q2 Report on China’s Wearable Device Market,China’s wearable devices in Q2 2016 saw an output of 9.54 million units,up 13.2%month-on-month and 81.4%yearon-year.The basic wearable devices representing by wristband,children watch and smart shoes increased by92.1%year-on-year and the smart wearable devices represented by smart watch increased by 3.4%year-on-year.'Unlike the overseas
文摘2006 is the commencing year of the Eleventh Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development, and also the fifth anniversary of China joining the World Trade Organization. After the development of the transition period in these years, China’s national economy has successfully inte grated into the global system. National economy remains de- veloping at a high speed. The total amount of import and export reached more than 1.4 trillion USD,
基金This work is supported by the research grant from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.71602081,71871142,and 71672078)the Belt and Road Special Project of Lanzhou University(Grant No.20181dbryb015)and the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.2020jbkyzy036).
文摘Servitization of manufacturing has become one of the main pathways for transition and upgrade in the manufacturing industry.New information and communication technologies(ICTs),such as the Internet of Things,Big Data,and Cloud Computing have enabled the servitization of manufacturing in terms of value creation,resource management,and supply chain management.This study presents a comprehensive review on the servitization in operations management in the era of new ICTs.A new value chain framework is proposed under the business model that revolves around servitization,which showcases the new activities and ways of implementation in the era of new ICTs.The virtualization,configuration,and evaluation of integrated manufacturing and service resources are analyzed.In particular,the methods used in new ICT-supported resource management platforms are surveyed.Problems in the supply chain management in manufacturing services(including the selection of partners,as well as the coordination,planning,and scheduling among members)are presented.This study concludes with a discussion on state-of-the-art servitization in operations management in the era of new ICTs.
基金supported financially by the National Social Science Foundation of China(No.19CJY049)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.72173052,71803058,71873050)the Fundamental Research Funds from the Central Universities of China(No.2662022JGYJY02)。
文摘This study examines the impact of outward foreign direct investment(OFDI)on Chinese manufacturing firms'financialization and servitization.Using a difference-in-differences approach with propensity score matching,we found that OFDI encouraged firms'financial and service activities.The effects of OFDI on financialization were stronger for firms specializing in short-term financial assets,operating in labor and technology-intensive sectors,investing overseas to pursue production,resources and markets there,and investing in non-OECD and Belt and Road Initiative(BRI)countries.Meanwhile,firms investing overseas were more likely to provide services at the sale or postsale stages.Outward foreign direct investment has also boosted the service activities of firms operating in the technology-intensive sector by investing overseas to seek resources and markets,as well as investing in non-OECD and BRI countries.Finally,OFDI partially influenced the extent of financialization and servitization of firms by affecting their profit-making ability.
