Abstract
Fixture design is an important issue in the process of manufacturing. Fixture design is a critical design activity process which bridges Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM). The present paper presents a literature review of the Computer-Aided Fixture Design (CAFD) approaches performed. The purpose of this research is to give a deep and quick understanding of fixture design, its criteria and approaches used in this field. The significant techniques used in this field along with their applications, criteria and assumptions are also considered. The shortcomings of the existing research studies are stated and some issues pertaining to handling the weaknesses of the current research are suggested to be hopefully taken into account in future research. (C) 2014 Jordan Journal of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering. All rights reserved