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Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Giovanni Formentini, Francois Bouissiere, Claude Cuiller, Pierre-Eric Dereux, Claudio Favi
Summary: The air transport market has experienced strong growth in recent years, leading to increased demand for new civil aircraft. However, the production capacity of aerospace industries has been challenged. This study proposes a Conceptual Design for Assembly methodology that aims to assess aircraft systems installation and assembly at the early phase of product development. The methodology allows for comparing assembly performance of different aircraft architectures and identifying critical modules, interfaces, and assembly/installation issues.
JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL INFORMATION INTEGRATION
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Vladimir Modrak, Zuzana Soltysova
Summary: This article aims to propose a methodology for selecting the optimal modular assembly model from a predefined set of alternatives. The methodology explores the relationship between modularity measures and complexity issues, as well as the relationship between structural modularity and symmetry. Three different methods are suggested and compared through numerical tests, with two of them being novel contributions. The results prioritize one of the methods over the others, as it offers more promising results and precision.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
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Automation & Control Systems
Jin Hong Chiew, Aun Naa Sung
Summary: This study develops an AR application to guide the assembly of a laptop, improving the user experience by providing real-time interactive instructions and detailed explanations. The research also investigates the complexity of the assembly and uses speech recognition to navigate the assembly process.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Peng Zhang, Shaohua Jing, Zifeng Nie, Boyuan Zhao, Runhua Tan
Summary: This paper proposes a sustainable PSS development framework based on DCC theory to enhance PSS sustainability and social benefits by analyzing system complexity and solving problems. The framework helps to reduce conflicts in design attributes, enhance system stability, and improve the possibility of achieving FRs.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Stef A. H. Jansen, Elisabeth Weyandt, Tsubasa Aoki, Takayoshi Akiyama, Yoshimitsu Itoh, Ghislaine Vantomme, Takuzo Aida, E. W. Meijer
Summary: Complexity in supramolecular polymer systems is caused by interactions between different components, including solvent molecules. This study reveals that both thermally bisignate and dilution-induced assembly phenomena in multicomponent systems are driven by the same underlying interaction mechanism. By investigating the interaction between amide-decorated supramolecular polymers and aliphatic alcohols, the temperature-dependency and dominance of the interaction at high monomer concentrations were unveiled. These insights allow for the control and manipulation of supramolecular polymer systems, opening the door to building complex and functional structures.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
German Herrera Vidal, Jairo R. Coronado Hernandez, Claudia Minnaard, Gustavo Gatica, Pablo Schwarzenberg
Summary: This study conducts a statistical analysis of the complexity of a manufacturing system and evaluates the correlations between various factors through experimental investigation and factor analysis. The results show a high level of complexity in manufacturing systems and significant associations between different subsectors, types of operation, and types of processes.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Carla Carolina Perez-Hernandez, Blanca Cecilia Salazar-Hernandez, Jessica Mendoza-Moheno, Erika Cruz-Coria, Martin Aubert Hernandez-Calzada
Summary: This study aims to analyze the capability of promoting green economy in Mexico, while exploring new opportunities for diversification and green productive sophistication. Using economic complexity methods, the research measures green complexity index and potential in Mexican regions to discover the green product space. The findings may have implications for industrial policies and state innovation agendas.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Farazee M. A. Asif, Malvina Roci, Michael Lieder, Amir Rashid, Ales Mihelic, Simon Kotnik
Summary: The Circular Economy approach in the EU can save billions of dollars in material costs annually and provide significant environmental benefits. Manufacturing industries need to adopt a circular approach by designing products for multiple lifecycles, but there is a lack of methodologies to support this. This research proposes a novel methodological approach to support designing products for multiple lifecycles, aiming to maintain their highest utility and value.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Mostafa Moussa, Hoda ElMaraghy
Summary: Industry 4.0 promotes the utilization of new technologies such as additive manufacturing to address manufacturing challenges. The integration of additive and subtractive manufacturing technologies, as well as the use of product platforms, can improve manufacturing efficiency and customization. A genetic algorithm-based model is developed to determine optimal multiple platforms for cost-effective manufacturing of product families.
JOURNAL OF MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Tong Qin, Ruxu Du, Yong Zhong
Summary: In the past few years, the global manufacturing industry has undergone significant changes due to various man-made and natural disasters. This paper presents a new method for designing resilient Flexible Manufacturing System (FMS) to counter and prevent losses. The resilience of FMS is measured through production loss and investment return, and the method involves two strategies: using Flexible Manufacturing Cells (FMC) and reconfiguring routes (Strategy A), or using a combination of FMC and extended storage capacity (Strategy B). The effectiveness of the method is demonstrated through a case study.
COMPUTERS & INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Laura Asion-Suner, Ignacio Lopez-Fornies
Summary: This study examines the applicability of modular design in the realm of prosumers and proposes a new model that responds to their needs while leveraging the benefits of modularity. Through analysis of real cases and design methods, the intersection between prosumers and modular design is explored to understand if current products and methods meet their needs. Relevant findings include the lack of methods in conceptual design phases and a guideline to ensure prosumers benefit from modular design.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
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Computer Science, Hardware & Architecture
Shuo Zhang, Hua Zou, Jian Sun
Summary: Manufacturing product innovation is increasingly trending towards green, low-carbon, systematic ecological innovation. Research on this topic is mainly concentrated in China, the United States, and other countries. Shanghai Jiaotong University has produced the most research results in recent years. Future focus will be on green product innovation and product innovation performance.
JOURNAL OF CIRCUITS SYSTEMS AND COMPUTERS
(2022)
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Engineering, Industrial
Abraham George, Mohammad Ali, Nikolaos Papakostas
Summary: This study proposes a framework that utilizes robotic process automation technology to improve the efficiency of additive manufacturing design workflow, reducing human intervention and accurately calculating the cost and time requirements of AM processes.
CIRP ANNALS-MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Automation & Control Systems
Giovanni Formentini, Nuria Boix Rodriguez, Claudio Favi
Summary: DFMA methods aim to optimize the manufacturing and assembly phase of products, but there is a lack of systematic literature reviews in the field of mechanical design. This paper provides an overview of DFMA methods from 1980 to 2021, highlighting the analysis of simple products and the lack of suitable methods for early design phases.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Engineering, Manufacturing
Xiaokai Mu, Bo Yuan, Yunlong Wang, Wei Sun, Chong Liu, Qingchao Sun
Summary: This study primarily focuses on optimizing the assembly error of machine parts, by establishing an assembly error optimization model that combines small displacement torsor and tolerance, to reduce the costs of manufacturing and assembly processes and improve parts processing efficiency.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE INSTITUTION OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS PART B-JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING MANUFACTURE
(2022)
