This volume presents the proceedings of the 5th International IFIP/IFAC Conference on Programming Research and Operations Logistics in Advanced Manufacturing Technology, held in Leningrad in 1982. The conference focused on the latest advancements in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) technologies, bringing together researchers and practitioners to discuss operational logistics and programming research within advanced manufacturing. The papers explore the integration of design and manufacturing processes through computational tools, aiming to optimize production efficiency and technological development in the field.

This collection represents a snapshot of the state-of-the-art in CAD/CAM technology as presented at a 1982 international conference. The proceedings likely offer detailed technical papers and research findings from experts in the field at that time. The focus on programming research and operations logistics suggests a specialized audience interested in the foundational aspects of manufacturing automation. As a collection of conference papers from over four decades ago, its primary value lies in historical context and the evolution of these critical technologies.