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Books Authored:

1. Y. Zhao, R. Brown, T. R. Kramer and X. Xu. “Information Modeling for Interoperable Dimensional Metrology”. 304 pages. Springer Veralag. September, 2011. ISBN (print): 978-1-4471-2166-4. ISBN (eBook): 978-1-4471-2167-1.

2. X. Xu. “Integrating Advanced Computer-Aided Design, Manufacturing, and Numerical Control: Principles and Implementations”, 424 pages. IGI Global. January, 2009. ISBN: 978-1-59904-714-0.

Book Edited:

3. X. Xu and A. Y. C. Nee. “Advanced Design and Manufacturing Based on STEP”, (Edited). 505 pages. Springer Veralag. January, 2010. ISBN: 978-1-84882-738-7.

Book Chapters:

4. Ou, L and Xu, X. Towards a Cognitive Assembly System. New Development of Manufacturing Robotic Systems and Automation, edited by D. Zhang and Z. Gao. 2011, Bentham Science. ISBN: 978-1-60805-281-3

5. T. Kramer and X. Xu. “STEP in a Nutshell”, in Advanced Design and Manufacturing Based on STEP, edited by X. Xu and A. Y. C. Nee, pp 1-22. November 2009. Springer Veralag. ISBN: 978-1-84882-738-7.

6. J. Michaloski, T. Kramer, F. Proctor, X. Xu, S. Venkatesh, and D. Odendahl. “STEPNC++ – An Effective Tool for Feature-based CAM/CNC”, in Advanced Design and Manufacturing Based on STEP, edited by X. Xu and A. Y. C. Nee, pp 79-104. November 2009. ISBN: 978-1-84882-738-7. Springer Veralag.

7. X. Qiu and X. Xu. “Information Sharing in Digital Manufacturing Based on STEP and XML”, in Collaborative Design and Planning for Digital Manufacturing, edited by Lihui Wang and Andrew Y. C. Nee, pp 293-316. 2009. Springer Veralag. ISBN: 978-1-84882-286-3

8. M. Minhat and X. Xu. “Characteristics and Technologies of Advanced CNC Systems” In Encyclopaedia of Information Science and Technology (Volume II), edited by Mehdi Khosrow-Pour, IGI Global, Hershey, PA 17033-1240, USA (2008). p519 – 526

9. K. Lee and X. Xu. “3D Digitization Methodologies of Cultural Artifacts” In Encyclopaedia of Information Science and Technology (Volume VIII), edited by Mehdi Khosrow-Pour, IGI Global, Hershey, PA 17033-1240, USA (2008). p 3750 -3756. ISBN-10: 1605660264. ISBN-13: 978-1605660264

10. X. Xu. “STEP into Distributed Manufacturing with STEP-NC”, in Process Planning and Scheduling for Distributed Manufacturing, edited by Lihui Wang and Weiming Shen, pp 393-419. May 2007. Springer Veralag. ISBN: 1-84628-751-0

11. X. Xu. “STEP-NC To Complete Product Development Chain”, In Database Modeling for Industrial Data Management: Emerging Technologies and Applications, edited by Z. Ma, pp. 148-184, January 6, 2006. (Idea Group Publishing). ISBN 1-5914-0684-6 (hardcover)/1-5914-0685-4 (paperback)

Edited Journal Special Issues:

12. X. Xu, K. Rong and L. Wang. “Distributed and Collaborative Manufacturing for the 21st Century”, a Special Issue in the International Journal of Manufacturing Research. Vol. 5, No. 1, 2010.

13. X. Xu, K. Mori and J. Ni. “Recent Advances in Flexible Automation”, a Special Issue in the International Journal of Innovative Computing, Information and Control. Volume 4, Number 3, March 2008.

14. X. Xu, F. M. Proctor, P. Klemm, S. H. Suh. “STEP-Compliant Process Planning and Manufacturing”. a Special Issue in the International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing. Vol. 19, no. 6. September 2006

Refereed Journal Papers:

15. X. Xu. “From cloud computing to cloud manufacturing”. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing. Vol. 28 No. 1 (2012) pp 75–86

16. X. Wang and X. Xu. “DIMP: an Interoperable Solution for Software Integration and Product Data Exchange”. Enterprise Information Systems. DOI: 10.1080/17517575.2011.587544

17. Li, B. M., Xie, S. Q. and Xu, X. “Recent Development of Knowledge-based Systems, Methods and Tools for One-of-a-Kind Production". Knowledge-Based Systems. KNOSYS-D-10-00322R2. (Accepted May 11, 2011)

18. A. A. Kadir and X. Xu. “Towards High-Fidelity Machining Simulation”. Journal of Manufacturing Systems. ( doi:10.1016/j.jmsy.2011.04.004) Accepted on 25 April, 2011

19. W. Yang and X. Xu ‘A New Approach for Integrating Process Planning with Scheduling’, Int J. Computer Applications in Technology, Vol. x, No. x, pp. xxx-xxx. Accepted to publish, Jan. 29 2011

20. F. Ridwan and X. W. Xu. “Development of a Surface Roughness Predictive Model for STEP-Compliant Machining Optimization”. International Journal of Computer Aided Engineering and Technology. Accepted to publish October 10, 2010

21. F. Ridwan X. Xu and G, Liu “A Framework for Machining Optimisation Based on STEP-NC”. Journal of Intelligent manufacturing, DOI 10.1007/s10845-010-0380-9

22. J. Xu, X. Xu and S. Q. Xie. “Recent Developments in Dual Resource Constrained (DRC) System Research”, European Journal of Operations Research. 215 (2011). pp 309–318

23. Y. Zhang, X. Xu and Y. Liu. “Numerical control machining simulation: a comprehensive survey”. International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing. Vol. 24, No. 7, July 2011, 593–609

24. Yu Zhang, Matthieu Rauch, Hualong Xie, Yaoyao Zhao, Xun Xu, and Yongxian Liu. “Machining Simulation -- a Technical Review and a Proposed Concept Model”. Int. J. Internet Manufacturing and Services. 2011, Vol. 3, No. 1, pp.59–75.

25. Shah, S., Guo, H. and Xu, X. “Development of a Web-based Quality Function Deployment System’, Int. J. Internet Manufacturing and Services. 2011. Vol. 3, No. 1, pp.16–31.

26. Yaoyao Zhao, Xun Xu, Tom Kramer, Fred Proctor and John Horst. “Dimensional Metrology Interoperability and Standardization in Manufacturing Systems”. Computer Standards & Interfaces. 33 (2011). pp 541–555

27. A. A. Kadir, X. Xu and E. Hämmerle. “Virtual Machine Tools and Virtual Machining - a Technological Review”. Robotics and Computer Integrated Manufacturing. 27 (2011) 494–508

28. X. Xu, L. Wang and S. T. Newman. “Computer-aided process planning - a critical review of recent developments and future trends”. International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing. 2011. Vol. 24, No, 1. pp 1-31.

29. T. Dipper , X. Xu, and P. Klemm. “Defining, Recognising and Representing Feature Interactions in a Feature-based Data Model”. Robotics and Computer Integrated Manufacturing. 27 (2011) 101–114.

30. X. Qiu, X. Xu and X. Liu. “Interoperable STEP-NC Enabled Process Planning for Intelligent Machining”. Advanced Materials Research. Vols, 211-212, 2011. pp 850-855

31. Mokhtar, A. and Xu, X. “Machining precedence of 21/2D interacting features in a feature-based data model” Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing, 2011, Volume 22, Number 2, Pages 145-161

32. J. Xu, X. Xu and S. Q. Xie. “A Comprehensive Review on Recent Developments in Quality Function Deployment”. International Journal of Productivity and Quality Management. 6 (4), 457-494. 2010

33. Y. Zhao and X. Xu. “Integration of machining and inspection”. International Journal of Computer Aided Engineering and Technology. 24(3), August 2010, pp 269-284

34. Y. Zhao and X. Xu. “Enabling Cognitive Manufacturing through Automated On-machine Measurement Planning and Feedback”. Advanced Engineering Informatics. 24(3), 2010. pp. 269–284.

35. M. Rauch, and X. Xu. “Five-axis machining − technologies and challenges”, International Journal of Manufacturing Research. 2010. Vol. 5, No. 3, pp.327–352

36. X. Xu, Y. Rong and L. Wang. “Distributed and Collaborative Manufacturing for the 21st Century”. International Journal of Manufacturing Research, Vol. 5, No. 1, 2010. pp 1-4

37. J. G. Campos, and X. Xu, “STEP-NC-compliant machine automation to support sawblade stone-cutting machining”. International Journal of Manufacturing Research, Vol. 5, No. 1, 2010. pp 58-73

38. K. Jayaraman, X. Xu. “Life Cycle Assessment of products made of composite materials”, International Journal of Product Lifecycle Management, 2009. Vol. 4, Nos. 1/2/3, pp.11–22.

39. M. Minhat, X. Xu and V. Vyatkin. “STEPNCMillUoA: A CNC system based on STEP-NC and Function Block architecture”. International Journal of Mechatronics and Manufacturing Systems (IJMMS), Special Issue on: "Advanced Intelligent Mechatronics and Manufacturing Systems", 2009 2(1-2), pp 3-19

40. Y. Zhang, M. Rauch, H. Xie. Y. Zhao, X. Xu and Y. Liu. “STEP-Compliant NC Simulation System Modelling”. Journal of Applied Mechanics and Materials. Vols. 16-19, (2009). pp 683-687

41. N. K. Surendran, X. Xu, O. Stead, H. Silyn-Roberts. “Contemporary Technologies for 3D Digitization of Maori and Pacific Island Artefacts”, International Journal of Imaging Systems and Technology. 19(3), 2009. pp 244-259

42. F. Zhao, S. Habeeb and X. Xu. “Research into Integrated Design and Manufacturing Based on STEP”. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology. 44(5-6). September, 2009. pp 606-624.

43. F. Zhao, X. Xu, S. Xie. “Computer-Aided Inspection Planning - the State of the Art”. Computers in Industry, Vol 60, No. 7, 2009. pp 453–466

44. S. Habeeb and X. Xu. “A novel CNC system for turning operations based on a high-level data model”. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology. (2009) 43:323–336

45. D. Yu, Y. Hu, X. Xu, Y. Huang and S. Du. “An Open CNC System Based on Component Technology” IEEE Transactions on Automation Science and Engineering. Volume 6, Issue 2, pp 302 - 310. April 2009.

46. J. Wang, X. Xu, J. Sun, J. Tan and W. Wang. “STEP-NC Based Intelligent Computing and Machining”. International Journal of Innovative Computing, Information and Control. Volume 5, Number 8, 2009. pp 2449-2462

47. A. Mokhtar, X. Xu, I. Lazcanotegui. “Dealing with Feature Interactions for Prismatic Parts in STEP-NC”. Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing. Volume 20, Issue 4, 2009, pp 431-445.

48. M. Minhat, V. Vyatkin, X. Xu, S. Wong, Z. Al-Baya. “A Novel Open CNC Architecture Based on STEP-NC Data Model and IEC 61499 Function Blocks”. Robotics and Computer Integrated Manufacturing. Volume 25, Issue 3, June 2009, pp 560-569

49. X. Xu and K. Jayaraman. “An Image Processing System for the Measurement of the Dimensions of Natural Fibre Cross-section”. International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology. 34 (2), 2009. pp. 115-121

50. Xu, X., Song, D., Sun, J., Wang, J. “Construct a repository of milling CNC system based on STEP-NC”. Shenyang Jianzhu Daxue Xuebao/Journal of Shenyang Jianzhu University (Natural Science), 2009. 25 (5), pp. 987-992.

51. Newman, S.T., Nassehi, A., Xu, X.W., Rosso Jr., R.S.U., Wang, L. Yusof, Y., Ali, L., Liu, R, Zheng, L., Kumar, S., Vichare, P., Dhokia, V. “Strategic Advantages of Interoperability for Global Manufacturing Using CNC Technology”, Robotics and Computer Integrated Manufacturing. 24(6) (2008) pp 699– 708.

52. W. Yang and X. W. Xu. “Modelling Machine Tool Data in Support of STEP-NC Based Manufacturing”, International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing. Volume 21, Issue 7 October 2008 , pages 745 - 763

53. F. Zhao, X. Xu and S. Q. Xie. “STEP-NC Enabled On-line Inspection in Support of Closed-loop Machining”. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing. Vol. 24 No. 2. pp 200–216, April 2008

54. A. Nassehi, S. T. Newman, X. W. Xu and R. S. U. Rosso Jr. “Toward Interoperable CNC Manufacturing”, International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing. Vol. 21, No.2 pp 222-230. March 2008

55. X. Xu, K. Mori and J. Ni. “Recent Advances in Flexible Automation”, International Journal of Innovative Computing, Information and Control. Volume 4, Number 3, March 2008. pp 485-488.

56. X. Xu, K. Jayaraman, C. Morin, N. Pecqueux, “Life Cycle Assessment of Wood-fibre Reinforced Polypropylene Composites”, Journal of Materials Processing Technology. Vol. 198. No. 1-3, pp 168-177. March 2008

57. J. Wang, X. Xu, J. Sun, R. Li and W. Wang. “Development of an NC Controller for Next Generation CNCs”. International Journal of Innovative Computing, Information and Control. Volume 4, Number 3, March 2008. pp 593-604

58. S. Q. Xie and X. Xu. “A STEP-Compliant Process Planning System for Compound Sheet Metal Machining”. International Journal of Production Research. Volume 46, Issue 1 January 2008 , pages 25 – 50

59. X. Qiu, X. Xu and X. Liu “Intelligent Machining Feature Information through STEP-NC”. Manufacturing Technology & Machine Tool. 2008 (12). pp 413-417 (in Chinese, ISBN: 1005-2402)

60. H. Wang, X. Xu, J.D. Tedford. “An Adaptable CNC System based on STEP-NC and Function Blocks”. International Journal of Production Research. Vol 45, No 17 September 2007, pages 3809 - 3829

61. M. Segetin, K. Jayaraman and X. Xu. “Harakeke Reinforcement of Soil-cement Building Materials: Manufacturability and Properties”. Building and Environment, Vol. 42. No. 8 (2007) pp 3066–3079

62. S. Venkatesh, D. Odendahl, X. Xu, J. Michaloski, F. Proctor, T. Kramer. “Boeing, NIST help to take STEP-NC to new heights”. Tooling and Production, February 2007, pp 28-31

63. H. Wang, X. Xu, J.D. Tedford. ”Making A Process Plan Adaptable to CNCs”. International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology. Vol. 26, Nos. 1/2, 2006. pp49-58

64. X. Xu, F. M. Proctor, P. Klemm, S. H. Suh. “STEP-Compliant Process Planning and Manufacturing”. International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing. Vol. 19, no. 6. pp 491-494. September 2006

65. T. R. Kramer, F. M. Proctor, X. Xu, J. L. Michaloski. “Run-time interpretation of STEP-NC: implementation and performance”. International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing. Vol. 19, no. 6. pp 495-507. September 2006

66. S. Xie and X. Xu. “A STEP-Compliant Process Planning System for Sheet Metal Parts”. International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing. Vol. 19, no. 6. pp 627-638. September 2006

67. X. Xu, L. Wang and Y. Rong. “STEP-NC and Function Blocks for Interoperable Manufacturing” IEEE Transactions on Automation Science and Engineering. Vol. 3, no. 3, pp 297-308. July 2006, Digital Object Identifier 10.1109/TASE.2005.862147. ISSN: 1545-5955

68. X. Xu and S.T. Newman. “Making CNC Machine Tools More Open, Interoperable and Intelligent”, Computers in Industry. Volume 57, No. 2. February 2006. pp141-152. ISSN: 0166-3615

69. X. Xu, “Realisation of STEP-NC Enabled Machining”, Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing. Volume 22, Issue 2, pp 144-153. (April 2006). ISSN: 0736-5845

70. X. Xu, L.Q. Chen and S, Xie. “Framework of a Product Lifecycle Costing System”. Transactions of the ASME. Journal of Computing and Information Science in Engineering vol 6 no 1, March, 2006. pp 69-77, ISSN: 1530-9827

71. X. Xu. and L. Song “Development of an Integrated Reverse Engineering System, International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology, Vol. 25, No. 1, 2006, pp 9-14. ISSN (Online): 1741-5047 - ISSN (Print): 0952-8091

72. X Xu, H Wang, J Mao, S T Newman, T R Kramer, F M Proctor and J L Michaloski. “STEP—Compliant NC Research: the Search for Intelligent CAD/CAPP/CAM/CNC Integration”. International Journal of Production Research. Volume 43 no. 17, 1 September 2005, pp 3703 – 3743. ISSN: 0020-7543 (Paper) 1366-588X (Online)

73. X. Xu. “Novel Surface and Volumetric Feature Interactions for Process Planning”, International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology, Vol. 24, No. 4, 2005, pp.185-194. ISSN (Online): 1741-5047 - ISSN (Print): 0952-8091

74. S. Q. Xie, X. Xu, Y. L. Tu, "A reconfigurable platform in support of one-of-kind product development", International Journal of Production Research, Vol.43, No.9, pp. 1889 – 1910, 2005. ISSN: 0020-7543 (Paper) 1366-588X (Online)

75. X. Xu and R. Galloway. “Using Behavioral Modeling To Capture Designer’s Intent”, Computers in Human Behavior, v 21, n 2, March, 2005, pp 395-405, ISSN: 0747-5632

76. S G Lee and X Xu. “Design for the Environment: Life Cycle Analysis and Sustainable Packaging Issues”, International Journal of Environmental Technology and Management, Vol. 5, No. 1, pp.14–41, 2005, ISSN (Online): 1741-511X - ISSN (Print): 1466-2132

77. S G Lee and X Xu. “A simplified Life Cycle Assessment of Re-usable and Single-use Bulk Transit Packaging”, Packaging Technology and Science, 2004; 17: pp67–83. ISSN 0894-3214

78. X. Xu and Q. He. “Striving for a Total Integration of CAD, CAPP, CAM and CNC. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing. Vol. 20(2), 2004, pp 101-109, ISSN: 0736-5845

79. X. Xu, and M. Duhovic. “Computer-Aided Concurrent Environment for Manufacturing Education” International Journal of Engineering Education. Vol, 20 No.4, 2004. pp 543-551, ISSN: 0949-149X

80. X. Xu and D. T. Liu. “A Web-enabled PDM system in Collaborative Design environment”. Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing. Vol. 19(4), 2003, pp 315–328, ISSN: 0736-5845

81. X. Xu. and R. Galloway “Environmental Impact Assessment of Bathroom Products” International Journal of Environmental Technology and Management. Vol. 3 No. 2, pp 166-184, 2003, ISSN (Online): 1741-511X - ISSN (Print): 1466-2132

82. X. Xu and V. A. Reddy. “A Concurrent Engineering Kernel for Composites Design and Manufacturing”, Transactions of Mechanical Engineering, Australia, Vol.ME 25, n.2. 2002, pp 113-124, ISSN: 1446-2672

83. X. Xu. “Feature Recognition Methodologies And Beyond”, Transactions of Mechanical Engineering, Australia, Vol.ME 25, No1, 2001, pp 1-20, ISSN: 1446-2672, ISSN: 1446-2672

84. B. Y. Bai and X. Xu. “Object Boundary Encoding – a New Vectorisation Algorithm for Engineering Drawings”, Computers in Industry, Vol. 46, 2001, pp 65-74, ISSN: 0166-3615

85. D. T. Liu and X. Xu. “A Review of Web-based Product Data Management Systems”, Computers in Industry, Vol. 44, 2001, pp 251-262, ISSN: 0166-3615

86. X. Xu and Y B Bai. “Computersing Scanned Engineering Documents”, Computers in Industry, Vol. 42, 2000, pp 59-71, ISSN: 0166-3615

87. X. Xu and Q. Shi. " Plastics Forming Processes And the Applications of CAD/CAM Technology", IPENZ Transactions, v 26 n 1/EMCh, December 1999, pp 33-42

88. X. Xu and M. Fischbach. "The Realisation of Just-in-Time: The Philosophy And Its Implementation in New Zealand ", IPENZ Transaction (General Section), v 26 n 1/GEN, July 1999, pp 36-43

89. X. Xu and S. Hinduja. "Recognition of Rough Machining Features in 2½D Components", Computer-Aided Design, Vol. 30 No. 7, 1998: pp 503-516, ISSN: 0010-4485

90. X. Xu and S. Hinduja. "Product Modelling – A Case Study", Jour. of Dalian University of Technology, Vol. 38, suppl. 1, April 1998, pp 94-104, ISSN: 1000-8608

91. X. Xu and S. Hinduja. "Determination of Finishing Features in 2½D Components", Jour. of Engineering Manufacture, Proc. Instn Mech Engrs, Vol. 211 Part B, 1997: pp125-142, ISSN: 0954-4054

92. X. Xu. "Towards CAD/CAM Integration Through Feature-Based Modelling", Jour. of Shenyang Arch. and Civ. Eng. Inst., (3) 1992: pp 314-321

93. X. Xu. "A Two Level Multi-Operator Model for Machinability Evaluation ", Jour. of Shenyang Arch. and Civ. Eng. Inst., (3) 1991: pp255 262

94. X. Xu, Y. Xu and J. Ge. "Stress Analysis for Diamond Band-Saw Blades in the Process of Stone Cutting ", Jour. of Shenyang Arch. and Civ. Eng. Inst., Vol. 8 (2) 1992: pp99 106

95. X. Xu and N. Yao. "A Multi-Factorial Evaluation Model for Mechanical Products (Gear Cutters)", Jour. of Dalian University of Technology, (2) 1991 : pp163 168, ISSN: 1000-8608

96. X. Xu. "Helical-Angle Definitions of Finger-Shaped Gear Cutters", Jour. of Shenyang Arch. and Civ. Eng. Inst., (1) 1991: pp9 14

97. X. Xu. "Application of FUZZY Mathematics in the Evaluation of Material Machinability", Jour of Shenyang Arch. and Civ. Eng. Inst., 6(1) 1990: pp33 39

98. X. Xu and D. Kang. "How to Calculate and Measure the Cutting Parameters of Finger Gear Cutters with Helical Flutes", Tool Engineering, 192(6) 1989: pp15 20, ISSN: 1000-7008. TG721.02

99. X. Xu. "Computer-Aided Design and Drawing for Round Broaches", Jour. of Shenyang Arch. and Civ. Eng. Inst., 5(1) 1989: pp54 61

Refereed Conference Papers:

100. L. Ou, X. Xu and B. MacDonald. “Developing a Smart Robot-assisted Assembly System”. 15th International Conference on Mechatronics Technology (ICMT). November 30 to December 2, 2011. Melbourne, Australia.

101. A.Z.A. Kadir and X. Xu. “Smart NC Code Generation via High-Fidelity Machining Simulation”. 15th International Conference on Mechatronics Technology (ICMT). November 30 to December 2, 2011. Melbourne, Australia.

102. X. Wang and X. Xu. “Development of a STEP-based collaborative product data exchange environment". 7th International Conference on Digital Enterprise Technology (DET2011). Athens, Greece. 28-30 September 2011

103. T. Peng and X. Xu. “A Framework of an energy-informed machining system". 7th International Conference on Digital Enterprise Technology (DET2011). Athens, Greece. 28-30 September 2011

104. F. Ridwan and X. Xu. “Realization CNC controller enable machine condition monitoring architecture based on STEP-NC data model”. 2011 International Conference on Manufacturing Science and Technology (ICMST 2011). September 16-18, 2011, Singapore.

105. F. Ridwan, X. Xu, A. Z. A. Kadir, J. Nittinger. “A Universal CNC System for Intelligent and Interoperable Machining”. The 21st International Conference of Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing (FAIM2011). 26-29 June, 2011. Feng Chia University, Taichung, Taiwan

106. M. Hardwick, Y. F. Zhao, F. M. Proctor, S. Venkatesh, D. Odendahl, X. Xu. “Research and Demonstrations to Realizing Interoperable Manufacturing – a STEP-NC Approach”. Proceedings of the ASME 2011 International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference (MSEC2011). MSEC2011-50029. June 13-17, 2011, Corvallis, Oregon, USA.

107. A. Z. A. Kadir, X. Xu, F. Ridwan. “Ingenuous Machining Simulation Environment”. 2nd International Conference on Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering 2011 (ICME2011). 6th - 8th June. Putrajaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Ref No : ICME2011-74

108. J. Xu, X. Xu, S. Xie. “A New System for Resource Capability Evaluation”. 2011 International Conference on Management and Sustainable Development (MSD 2011), a special track within APPEEC2011, March 25-28, 2011. Wuhan, China. IEEE Catalog Number: CFP11PEE-CDR. ISBN: 978-1-4244-6254-4

109. B.M. Li, S.Q. Xie and X. Xu. “A Computer-Aided Knowledge System for One-of-a-Kind Production.” 2011 International Conference on System Design and Data Processing (ICSDDP 2011). 26 - 28, February, 2011 Taiyuan, China. Paper ID : 1013

110. L. Ou, X. Xu, B.A. MacDonald. “Achieving a Cognitive Environment for Robot-assisted Assembly Systems – a review of the technologies”. International Conference on Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering (MIME2011), Melbourne, Australia, 15 Jan 2011 - 16 Jan 2011. ISBN: 978-0-9831693-1-4. Publisher: Information Engineering Research Institute, USA, 100 Continental Dr. Newark, DE 19713 USA

111. J. Xu, X. Xu and S. Xie. “An Integrated Dual Resource Management and Production Planning System”. IEEE the 17th International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management. October 29-31, 2010. Xiamen, P.R China. (No：4110002)

112. W. W. Wang, X. Xu and H-H Hsiao. “ProEmotion – a Tool to Tell Mobile Phone’s Gender”. ASME 2010 International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition (IMECE2010). November 12-18, 2010, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (IMECE2010-37199)

113. J. Mao, X. Xu, L. Wang and S.T. Newman. “Statistic Review of Computer-aided Process Planning Research”. 2010 ASME International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference (MSEC2010). October 12-15, 2010, Erie, Pennsylvania, USA. (MSEC2010-34037)

114. A.Z.A. Kadir and X. Xu. “Smart Machining Simulation Based on High-Level Data”. 2010 ASME International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference (MSEC2010). October 12-15, 2010, Erie, Pennsylvania, USA. (MSEC2010-34037)

115. F. M. Proctor, Y. F. Zhao , X. Xu, J. A. Horst. “Merging Machining and Measurement for Cognitive Manufacturing”. Proceedings of the ASME 2010 International Design Engineering Technical Conferences & Computers and Information in Engineering Conference (IDETC/CIE 2010), August 15-18, 2010, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. IDETC2010-28964

116. Zhang, Y; Bai, X; Xu, X; Liu, Y. 'Understanding the STEP-NC data model for computer numerical control', Proceedings - 2nd IEEE International Conference on Advanced Computer Control, ICACC 2010, Shenyang, China. 27th-29th March 2010. P 300-304.

117. Xi Vincent Wang, Xun Xu, and Enrico Hämmerle. “Distributed Interoperable Manufacturing Platform Based on STEP-NC”. The 20th International Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing Conference (FAIM 2010), July 12-14, 2010. California State University in Oakland, CA, USA.

118. M. Rauch, R. Laguionie, Jean-Yves Hascoet, X. XU. “Enhancing CNC Manufacturing Interoperability with STEP-NC”. CIRP Sponsorship Conference on Supervising and Diagnostics of Machining Systems. Karpacz. Poland. 15th – 18th March 2010.

119. M. Minhat and X. Xu. “STEPNCBUoA – An Advanced Manufacturing Control System Based on STEP-NC and Function Block Technologies”. The 2nd International Conference On Engineering and ICT (ICEI2010). 18-20 February 2010, Holiday Inn Melaka, Malaysia.

120. M. Minhat and X. Xu. “Feature-based Machining Using Function Block Technology”. The 7th IEEE International Conference on Control & Automation (ICCA’09). December 9-11, 2009, Christchurch, New Zealand. ISBN: 978-1-4244-4707-7. pp. 2398-2403

121. Firman Ridwan, Xun W. Xu, Guangyu Liu. “Generic Feed-Rate Optimization Based on A Predicted Power Force Model”. Proceedings of 6th International Conference on Digital Enterprise Technology (DET2009). Hong Kong. 14-16 December 2009

122. XU, X.W. 'Fighting the Battle against Data Heterogeneity in Manufacturing - Keynote', 6th International Conference on Digital Enterprise Technology (DET2009), Hong Kong, 14-16 December 2009.

123. Y. F. Zhao, X. Xu, S. Q. Xie. “Integrated Machining and Inspection Process Planning and Feedback System for Closed-Loop Machining”. Proceedings of the ASME 2009 International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference (MSEC 2009). October 4-7, 2009, West Lafayette, Indiana, USA

124. Y. Zhang, M. Rauch, F. Zhao, X. Xu，Y.X. Liu. “STEP-NC Based Simulation”. The 7th International Conference on e-Engineering & Digital Enterprise Technology (e-ENGDET 2009), Shenyang, China. September 3-5, 2009.

125. Zhao, Y.F., Xu, X.W., Xie, S.Q. “Reactive process planning - Incorporating machining, inspection, and feedback”. (2009) Proceedings of the ASME International Manufacturing Science and Engineering Conference 2009, MSEC2009, West Lafayette, IN, USA, 4 October - 7 October 2009, 1, pp. 201-210.

126. Y. F. Zhao, X. Xu, S. Xie, T. Kramer, F. Proctor, J. Michaloski. “An Integrated Process Planning System Architecture for Machining and On-Machine Inspection”. Proceedings of the ASME 2008 International Design Engineering Technical Conferences & Computers and Information in Engineering Conference, IDETC/CIE 2008, August 3-6, 2008, Brooklyn, New York, USA, DETC 2008 1 (PART A), pp. 590-597

127. M. Minhat, X. Xu, V. Vyatkin, “Development of an Open Soft CNC System Based on STEP-NC and Function Blocks”. Alain Bernard(ed.), 5th International CIRP-sponsored Conference on Digital Enterprise Technology, Nantes, France, 24 - 26 October, 2008. Published in 2010 by Publibook, 75015 Paris, France. ISBN: 978-2-7483-4598-8. p.141-162

128. S. Xie, H. Guo, X. Xu, “Computer-aided Quality Function Deployment for Rapid Development of Customised Products”. Alain Bernard(ed.), 5th International CIRP-sponsored Conference on Digital Enterprise Technology, Nantes, France, 24 - 26 October, 2008. Published in 2010 by Publibook, 75015 Paris, France. ISBN: 978-2-7483-4598-8. p. 867-882

129. X. Qiu, X. Xu, Z. Ni. “Effective Digital product information sharing based on STEP and XML”: Proceedings of the 9th International Conference for Young Computer Scientists, ICYCS 2008, Zhang Jia Jie, Hunan, China. November 18-21, 2008. IEEE Computer Society. p 708-713, 2008. (indexed by EI Compendex & ISTP).

130. X.W. Xu, M. Kim, K. Lee, C. Lu, S. Wang, D. Wijekoon, O. Stead, H. Silyn-Roberts, “3D Digitisation of Maori and Pacific Artefacts”, Proceedings of WCCA 2007 – World Congress on Communication and Arts, November 18 - 21, 2007, São Paulo, BRAZIL, ed. by Claudio da Rocha Brito and Melany M.Ciampi.

131. X.W. Xu. “Machining ‘Fishead’ Part with a 4-axis CNC Mill”. 53rd Plenary Meeting of ISO TC 184 SC 4. Omni Mandalay Hotel at Las Colinas Dallas (Irving), Texas, USA. 30 October –1 November 2007.

132. S.T. Newman, L. Ali, A. Brail, C. Brecher, P. Klemm, R. Liu, A. Nassehi, V.K. Nguyen, F. Proctor, R.S.U. Rosso Jr., I. Stroud, S-H. Suh, M. Vitr, L. Wang, X.W. Xu. “The Evolution of CNC Technology from Automated Manufacture to Global Interoperable Manufacturing”. 2nd International Conference on Changeable, Agile, Reconfigurable and Virtual Production (CARV 2007). Keynote Speech. Toronto, Canada. 22-24 July 2007.

133. W. Z. Yang, X. Xu and S. Q. Xie. “Development of STEP-NC Compliant Machine Tool Data Model", Proc of the 35th Int. MATADOR Conference, July 18-20 2007. National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan. edited by Srichand Hinduja and Kuang-Chao Fan, pp 35-40. Springer. ISBN: 978-1-84628-987-3

134. Stephen T Newman, Aydin Nassehi, Xun W Xu, Roberto S U Rosso Jr, Lihui Wang, Yusri Yusof, Liquat Ali, Riliang Liu, Lianyu Zheng, Sanjeev Kumar, Parag Vichare, Vimal Dhokia. “Interoperable CNC for Global Manufacturing”, Keynote Speech. The 17th International Conference on Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing (FAIM 2007), June 18-20, 2007, Philadelphia, USA. ISBN 978-1-427620927.

135. Y. Yusof, K. Case, S. T. Newman and X. W. Xu. “A STEP Compliant System for Turning Operations”. 17th International Conference on Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing, Philadelphia, USA, 18-20 June 2007, pp 140-147, ISBN 978-1-427620927.

136. A. Nassehi, S. T. Newman, R. D. Allen, X. W. Xu and R. S. U. Rosso Jr. “Adaptability and Interoperability in CNC Manufacturing”. 3rd International CIRP Conference on Digital Enterprise Technology. Setúbal, Portugal, 18-20 September 2006.

137. H. Wang and X Xu. “Giving CNC Machine Tools a ‘Plug-and-Play’ Feature”. 2006 International Symposium on Flexible Automation (ISFA06), July 10-12, 2006, Senri Hankyu Hotel, OSAKA, JAPAN. Paper Ref 0139

138. N Seto, X Xu and K Mori. “Experimental Verification of Human Skills in Cutting Parameter Optimization for Laser Cutting Operations Using Taguchi Method”. 2006 International Symposium on Flexible Automation (ISFA06), July 10-12, 2006, Senri Hankyu Hotel, OSAKA, JAPAN.

139. X Xu. “Integrate Inspections with Machining Operations – the STEP Way”, The 8th Manufacturing & Measurement Conference & Workshop (MMCW), April 24-28, 2006, Nashville, TN, USA

140. F Zhao, X Xu and S Xie. “A STEP-NC Data Model for On-line Inspection”. 9th International Conference on Mechatronics Technology (ICMT2005). December 5-8, 2005, Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia

141. S Venkatesh, D Odendahl, X Xu, J Michaloski, F Proctor, T Kramer. “Validating Portability of STEP-NC Tool Center Programming”. 2005 ASME International Design Engineering Technical Conferences & Computers and Information In Engineering Conference, Hyatt Regency, Long Beach, California September 24-28, 2005. IDETC/CIE 2005, DETC2005-84870, CIE-3-1. v 3 A. p 285-290

142. X Xu, L Wang and K Rong. “Emerging Technologies for Interoperable CNC”, 18th International Conference on Production Research (ICPR05), July 31 – August 4, 2005, Fisciano (SA), Italy.

143. M Segetin, P Lescher, K Jayaraman, X Xu. “Flax Fibre-Reinforced Soil-Cement Composites for Low Cost Housing”, Proceedings of the Third International Workshop on Green Composites, March 16-17, 2005, Shin-Daigaku Kaikan of the Imadegawa Campus, Doshisha University, Kyoto, Japan

144. X Xu and S T Newman. “STEP-NC – Empowering Machine Tools with Adaptability, Agility and Interoperability”. International Manufacturing Leaders Forum (IMLF-2005), 27 February to 2 March 2005. Glenelg Beach, Adelaide, South Australia. Paper No. AMSNZ06

145. X. Xu. “Bring Manufacturing Industry Experiences Into Classroom”. Proc of the Association For Engineering Education In Southeast And East Asia And The Pacific Mid-Term Conference (AEESEAP2004), L C De Silva and R. Browne (Editors). Auckland, New Zealand. 6th & 7th December 2004. pp 134-138

146. X. Xu. and J. Wang "Development of a G-Code Free, STEP-Compliant CNC Lathe", Proc of the 2004 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE), 2004 ASME Winter Conference, Anaheim, California, U.S.A., November 13 – 19,2004, IMECE2004-60346, CIE-2 Computer-Aided Product Development, pp 1-5

147. H. Wang and X. W. Xu, “A STEP-Compliant ‘Adaptor’ for Linking CAPP with CNC”, 34th International MATADOR Conference, 7th - 9th July 2004, UMIST, Manchester, UK,

148. X. Xu. and J. Mao “Development of the Client Tier for A STEP Compliant CAPP System”, Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Frontiers of Design and Manufacturing (ICFDM'2004), 21-23 June, 2004. Xi’an, China

149. X. Xu and J. Mao. “A STEP-Compliant Collaborative Product Development System”, Proceedings of the 33rd International Conference on Computers and Industrial Engineering, March 25-27, 2004, Ramada Plaza. Oriental Hotel, Jeju, Korea. CIE598

150. X. Xu and L. Chen. “Costing the Entire Lifecycle of A New Product”, Proceedings of the 33rd International Conference on Computers and Industrial Engineering, March 25-27, 2004, Ramada Plaza, Oriental Hotel, Jeju, Korea. CIE250

151. X. Xu and Y. Wu. “Dimension Set Recognition Methodologies”, Proceedings of ASME 2003 Design Engineering Technical Conferences and Computers and Information in Engineering Conference (DETC’03), Chicago, Illinois USA, September 2-6, 2003, DETC2003/CIE-48174

152. X. Xu, L.Q. Chen and S. Xie. “New Paradigm for Manufacturing Industry in 21st Century”. Proceedings of the Third International Conference on Electronic Commerce Engineering (ICeCE2003) – Digital Enterprises and Nontraditional Industrialization, 24-27 October 2003, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, P.R. China. pp 740-746

153. R. Seidel, X. Xu and M. McCarthy “Making Design the Focus of the Engineering Curriculum”, 13th Annual Conference of Australasian Association for Engineering Education (AAEE’2002), Canberra, Australia, 30 September to 2 October 2002. pp 361-367

154. X. Xu. “A Feature-Based Approach for Representing Composite Components”, DETC2002/DFM-34193. 7th Design for Manufacturing Conference of ASME 2002 Design Engineering Technical Conferences (DETC’02), Montreal, Canada, September 29–October 2, 2002. v 3, 2002, p 379-385

155. X. Xu. and Q. He “STEP-NC to re-shape Manufacturing Industry”, Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Frontiers of Design and Manufacturing (ICFDM'2002), Dalian, China, July 10-12 2002. ISBN 0-9580692-1-2 (Vol 1), pp 125-131

156. X. Xu. and D. T. Liu “Making PDM Systems More Open, Flexible And Acceptable”, 2001 International Conference on eCommerce Engineering: New Challenges for Global Manufacturing in the 21st Century, September16-18, 2001. Xi’an, P.R.China. RID06-02, Topic 6: Collaborative Engineering in EC. China Machine Press, ISBN 7-900066-54-3/TP.51, September 2001

157. X. Xu. “On Feature Representation Schemes”, 8th International Conference in Manufacturing Engineering, 27-30 August 2000. Australian Technology Park, Sydney, Australia

158. X. Xu. "Just-in-time and Small Manufacturing Companies"', Proc. of the International Conference on Advanced Manufacturing Technology’99. Xi’an, P.R.China, June 16-18, 1999, pp 760-763

159. X. Xu and H. Kong. "A Framework on Design for Machining Operations", Proc of the 1998 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE), 1998 ASME Winter Conference, Anaheim, California, U.S.A., November 15 - 20 1998, MED-Vol. 8, pp 465-474

160. X. Xu and J. Ding. "Development of an Electro-Mechanical Prototype System to Aid Steel Wire Drawing Process", Proc of the 1998 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE), 1998 ASME Winter Conference, Anaheim, California, U.S.A., November 15 - 20 1998, 98-WA/MET-3, pp 1-5

161. X. Xu and J. Ding. "Integrating Design with Manufacturing", Proc of the Pacific Congress on Manufacturing & Management Conference 1998 (PCM98), Brisbane, Australia, August 18 to 21, 1998, pp340-345

162. X. Xu and E. Hämmerle. "Mapping Design to Manufacturing – A Case Study", Proc of the 1998 IPENZ Conference, Auckland, New Zealand, February 12 - 16, 1998,

163. X. Xu and S. Hinduja. "Surface and Volumetric Feature Interactions", Proc of the 32nd Int. MATADOR Conference, Manchester, UK, 10-11 July, 1997, pp533-538

164. X. Xu and R. Siedel. "The Development of a Computer Integrated Manufacturing Cell", Proc of the 32nd Int. MATADOR Conference, Manchester, UK, 10-11 July, 1997, pp239-244

165. X. Xu and S. Hinduja. "A Fuzzy Decision System for Machining Operations", Proc of Technology for Manufacturing Conference, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand, 12-13 February, 1997, pp569-582

166. X. Xu and S. Hinduja. "Considering Blanks for Feature Recognition", Proc of the 11th Int. Conf. on Computer-Aided Production Eng., IMechE, London, UK, 20-21 Sept 1995, pp41-47

167. X. Xu and S Hinduja. "Modelling Pre-Manufacturing Information" Proc of ECAC’96, CASUK, London, UK, 21-22 Sept 1996, pp81-86

168. X. Xu and S Hinduja. "A Pre-Processor for Feature Recognition" Proc of ECAC’95, CASUK, London, UK, 16-17 Sept 1995, pp188-193

169. X. Xu. "A Multi-Factorial Evaluation Model for Machinability", Proc. of the 4th Conference of Chinese Society of Metal Cutting for Universities, Nanjing, Jiangsu, P.R.C., Sept. 1991: pp501 505

170. X. Xu, N. Yao, D. Wang and D. Kang. "Application of FUZZY Multi-Factorial Evaluation in Multi-Object Integrated Optimization", Proc. of the 6th Conference of Manufacturing Engineering Society of China Mechanical Engineering Society, Beijing, P.R.C., Sept. 1991: pp21 25