This paper describes typical wire harness assembly methods, including manual, semiautomatic, automatic, and robotized assembly systems. For each case, mathematical models are developed to describe economic performance. The various systems are compared to the harness specification. Finally, the future role of the robotized system is discussed.
Aguirre, E., & Raucent, B. (1994). Economic Comparison of Wire Harness Assembly Systems. Journal of Manufacturing Systems, 13(4), 276-288. https://doi.org/10.1016/0278-6125(94)90035-3 (Original work published 1994)