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The digital thread for system lifecycle management with a native graph database in a polyglot architecture
Authors: Kasper Nico , Pfenning Michael , Eigner Martin 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe Digital Thread is a system that connects different phases of the product lifecycle and the related data across one or more companies in the supply chain. This work aims to develop a graph data model of the Digital Thread, in the context of the vision of polyglot persistence, that interconnects the different phases of the lifecycle and their corresponding data models, processes, and IT systems. This work proposes a Digital Thread Graph that integrates a Digital Model and a derived Digital Twin, using object and relation attributes for view creation and filtering while minimizing redundancy.
Challenges for capturing data within data-driven design processes
Authors: Langner Christopher , Paliyenko Yevgeni , Müller Benedikt , Roth Daniel , Guertler Matthias R. , Kreimeyer Matthias 
Published: May 2024

AbstractCyber-Physical-Systems provide extensive data gathering opportunities along the lifecycle, enabling data-driven design to improve the design process. However, its implementation faces challenges, particularly in the initial data capturing stage. To identify those, a comprehensive approach combining a systematic literature review and an industry survey was applied. Four groups of interrelated challenges were identified as most relevant to practitioners: data selection, data availability in systems, knowledge about data science processes and tools, and guiding users in targeted data capturing.
From human-centred to humanity-ecosystem centred design. How can we dialogue with AI?
Authors: Oğrak Zeynep , Altıparmakoğulları Yener 
Published: May 2024

AbstractWith the swift entry of artificial intelligence (AI) into everyday life, human-product interactions are becoming increasingly complex. We suggest an ecosystem-minded, humanity-centered design approach to better understand this complexity. Simultaneously with the development of interaction types, discussions and developments on theories of mental models are crucial to understanding and improving the nature of these interactions. In this paper, we address the gap in mental model theories and extend Norman's conceptual model at three dialogue levels: dialogue in language, mind, and use.
Automating the assembly planning process to enable design for assembly using reinforcement learning
Authors: Parzeller Rafael , Koziol Dominik , Dagner Tizian , Gerhard Detlef 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThis paper introduces a new concept for the automation of the assembly planning process, to enable Design for Assembly (DfA). The approach involves the application of reinforcement learning (RL) to assembly sequence planning (ASP) based on a 3D-CAD model. The ASP algorithm determines assembly sequences through assembly by disassembly. The assembly sequence is then used for the generation of subassemblies by considering the product contact information. The approach aims to support the creation of the manufacturing bill of materials (MBOM) by automating the assembly planning process.
Automatic movement pattern analysis for data-driven system optimisation – an example for fattening livestock farming monitoring system
Authors: Raveendran Gurubaran , zu Westerhausen Sören Meyer , Wurst Johanna , Lachmayer Roland 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThis paper introduces a method for analysing motion patterns that can be utilised to optimise data-driven systems. The aim is to use surveillance cameras and artificial intelligence to track multiple objects in a reliable manner, thereby preserving the authenticity of movement patterns for numerous and similar objects. In a case study, this method is applied to optimize lighting conditions in animal husbandry. Furthermore, this approach can be utilized not only in animal husbandry but also in other domains.
Digital twins to increase sustainability throughout the system life cycle: a systematic literature review
Authors: Trienens Malte , Rasor Rik , Kharatyan Aschot , Dumitrescu Roman , Anacker Harald 
Published: May 2024

AbstractSustainability is not a new trend, but a mandatory measure for responsible and environmentally conscious use of resources. The digital transformation offers new potential in engineering and competitive advantages for companies through innovative technologies like the digital twin. Based on digital twins, products can be optimized, and new business models can be developed. Long-term added value is generated for manufacturing companies and customers. This paper explores the benefits of digital twins in the context of sustainability. Current challenges and use cases of digital twins are analysed.
Harmonizing human-AI synergy: behavioral science in AI-integrated design
Authors: Van Rooy Dirk , Vaes Kristof 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThis paper explores the role of integrating behavioral science to refine human-AI interaction, essential for ensuring safety and efficiency. Advocating for empathetic, user-centric design, the paper illustrates how behavioral insights can effectively inform AI-integrated designs, making AI applications more intuitive and ethically aligned with diverse human needs. This approach can ultimately enrich interaction across systems, fostering a more harmonious human-AI synergy.
How good is ChatGPT? An exploratory study on ChatGPT's performance in engineering design tasks and subjective decision-making
Authors: Xu Wanyu , Kotecha Maulik Chhabilkumar , McAdams Daniel A. 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThis study explores how large language models like ChatGPT comprehend language and assess information. Through two experiments, we compare ChatGPT's performance with humans', addressing two key questions: 1) How does ChatGPT compare with human raters in evaluating judgment-based tasks like speculative technology realization? 2) How well does ChatGPT extract technical knowledge from non-technical content, such as mining speculative technologies from text, compared to humans? Results suggest ChatGPT's promise in knowledge extraction but also reveal a disparity with humans in decision-making.
Application of universal design principles on computer mouse interface: developing a universal mouse pointing and control system to provide affordance to the left-handed users
Authors: Basak Abhinav , Roy Shatarupa Thakurta 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe graphical user interface was introduced to democratize access to computer systems by simplifying hardware and visual interfaces. Technological advancements further reduced the constraints, primarily benefiting the mainstream users. However, the specialized needs of the critical users have always been neglected. This paper delves into the ergonomics of the mouse pointer and the computer mouse, focusing on left-handed computer users as a critical user category to develop and propose a universal design solution to integrate left-handers as a mainstream user category in a computer interface.
An integrated survey-simulation approach for exoskeleton performance estimation
Authors: Becattini Niccolò , Patriarca Luca , Scaccabarozzi Diego , Parenti Paolo , Dal Prete Andrea , Gandolla Marta 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe paper presents a hybrid user-centred/simulation approach to populate the design specification. It presents an application in the field of exoskeleton design, with the final goal to support workers to carry out their professional tasks. More than 100 professionals (mostly health workers) participated in the survey. The qualitative requirements were extracted are then tested in simulation environments. The approach proved to generate meaningful results for product concept generation. Beyond the expectations, the simulation also showed more adequate product architectures.
Research story telling: using the research journey map to communicate information, data, systems, and artifacts
Authors: Cagan Jonathan 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe Research Journey Map is introduced to guide researchers on creating engaging, meaningful and impactful presentations and publications. Built on the foundational work of the Hero's Journey by Joseph Campbell, this template helps technical researchers communicate information, data, systems and artifacts that result from research so that audiences grasp and embrace the research findings.
Service centric design methodology for integrated robot-infrastructure systems
Authors: Gupta Abhishek , Göhlich Dietmar 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe ongoing development of technology and AI facilitates the emergence of service robots in various application fields. Hence, the development of robot-infrastructure product-service systems (PSS) will become increasingly important. Based on the existing literature we propose a new methodological approach for a joint development of robot and infrastructure in the context of a socio-technical system with various stakeholders. We suggest digital models and physical prototypes to synchronize service and product development. The applicability is demonstrated for autonomous waste management robots.
A proposed framework using systems engineering to design human-centric manufacturing systems for novel products to reduce complexity and risk
Authors: Hagström Malin Hane , Bergsjö Dag 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe environment for powertrain production system engineers is changing radically. This initial prescriptive study proposes a systems engineering framework based on two previous case studies which are under review for publication concerning design of battery plants. The framework was developed based on ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288 standard using Concept of Operations and Model-Based Systems Engineering in a workshop setting, with a focus on visualisation to understand the practical and emotional needs of the humans in the system. The framework was validated by twelve senior project members.
Reviewing the suitability of ICT-centered design methods for smart PSS development
Authors: Paliyenko Yevgeni , Roth Daniel , Kreimeyer Matthias 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe emergence of smart Product-Service Systems (smart PSS) presents numerous challenges for enterprises. The complexity of designing smart PSS adds to the need for consistent support for manufacturers. Both academia and practitioners highlight the importance of methodological support for successful development of smart PSS. This paper therefore investigates the suitability of existing support for smart PSS. Based on a systematic literature review, 17 support methods are identified and their key characteristics are discussed in the context of real PSS use cases.
Bridging simulation granularity in system-of-systems: conjunct application of discrete element method and discrete event simulations in construction equipment design
Authors: Ur Rehman Mubeen , Machchhar Raj Jiten , Bertoni Alessandro 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe paper addresses a critical challenge in System-of-Systems (SoS) simulations arising from the different granularity levels in SoS simulations, integrating non-coupled Discrete Element Method results into SoS-level Discrete Event Simulations using surrogate modeling. Illustrated with a wheel loader bucket use-case in mining, it enhances early design decision-making and lays the groundwork for improving SoS simulations in construction equipment design. This paves the way for broader research and application across diverse engineering design domains.
Design for robotic disassembly
Authors: Ricard Lykke Margot , Folkmann Emilie , Sørensen Lars Carøe , Hybel Sofie Bach , de Nóbrega Roberto , Petersen Henrik Gordon 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThis study envisions a unified paradigm for design for automated disassembly. The goal is to integrate disassembly insights related to precious material recovery with the design phase for sustainable lifecycle management.Targeting plastic products with embedded electronics, the collaboration between design and robotic engineers aims to program a robot for disassembly for the LEGO® motor (45603) as demonstration, emphasizing a disassembly map as a vital tool. By considering the limitations and strengths of robots, this research pioneers a design for disassembly framework.
Human-centred engineering design: a cross-disciplinary product innovation practice
Authors: Eikevåg Sindre Wold , Auernhammer Jan , Elverum Christer W. , Dybvik Henrikke , Steinert Martin 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThis article introduces a Human-centred Engineering Design (HcED) practice, which values human aspects. This practice engages deeply into (1) human geometry and motion for specific tasks, (2) product and manufacturing complexities through rapid prototyping, and (3) the broader human task context. This cross-disciplinary method combines ergonomics, AM, sensor applications, and multiple design practices. The framework provides concrete tasks to drive innovative designs in engineering. The study, grounded in design research case studies, led to five new Paralympic Rowing world records.
Interdisciplinary system lifecycle management – a systematic literature review
Authors: Wyrwich Fabian , Kharatyan Aschot , Dumitrescu Roman 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe increasing proportion of software in technical products means that both the products and the associated development processes are becoming more complex. An integration of the existing lifecycle considerations Application Lifecycle Management and Product Lifecycle Management into an interdisciplinary System Lifecycle Management promises to make the complexity manageable. To obtain an overview of the current benefits, challenges, requirements, approaches and open research gaps in the context of an ALM-PLM integration, this contribution presents the results of a Systematic Literature Review.
Approach of a virtual reality didactic toolkit – implementation and reflection
Authors: Balzerkiewitz Hans-Patrick , Stechert Carsten , Inkermann David 
Published: May 2024

AbstractVirtual reality plays an increasingly important role in design education. However, a holistic view, starting with the didactic concept, the selection of a VR tool suitable for the learning task and a final reflective evaluation of the learning experience, rarely takes place. In this paper, the authors present an approach for a VR didactics toolkit that covers and takes into account all three points as a whole. The application and research environment here was the bachelor's degree module Ergonomics and Industrial Design at the Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences.
Challenges in design methods: perspectives of design students
Authors: Mayookh Mayank , Srinivasan V. 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe aim of this study is to identify: (a) challenges in understanding and using design methods, and (b) features expected in an enhanced repository of design methods, by design students. These are identified through interviews and a survey. The major findings are (a) less (time for) practice leads to weak understanding and challenges in using design methods and (b) students expect to have a method recommendation system based on problem context. The findings from this study will guide in developing a user-centric, enhanced repository of design methods to aid design practice and pedagogy.
Optimization of the potting design using an approach for load path optimized designs of sandwich structures
Authors: Schellhorn Johann , Schwan Lukas , Krause Dieter 
Published: May 2024

AbstractIn sandwich structures, mass can be reduced or mechanical properties increased if the challenging local load distribution can be improved. Through numerical optimizations, novel designs can be determined and investigated in physical and virtual tests. This paper presents an approach for load path-optimized design of sandwich structures and novel design concepts. The approach is applied to the design concept of honeycombs filled with potting compound. Due to the shown transferability to higher structural levels, it can be used as a basis for the design optimization of any sandwich structure.
Towards a method for human-centred analysis of external variety
Authors: Sankowski Olga , Krause Dieter 
Published: May 2024

AbstractAddressing VUCA challenges in product development, the Human-Centred Analysis of External Variety (HAV) method is introduced. Focusing on the early stages of new product development, HAV provides a structured approach, reducing uncertainty through quick market analysis, customer engagement, and goal setting. HAV is illustrated using a cargo bike product family case study and emphasizes its role in aligning human-centred methods with project goals. The first steps of the HAV method are presented, but also the need for further action towards a validated and elaborated method is discussed.
Understanding and definition of scanning and monitoring of the future space in the context of the product engineering process
Authors: Albers Albert , Thümmel Carsten , Schmidt Jessica , Schwarz Stefan Eric , Schlegel Michael , Siebe Andreas , Düser Tobias 
Published: May 2024

AbstractUsing foresight methods such as scenarios, possible futures can be described and anticipated. Needs and requirements as well as product properties can be derived from that, which is necessary to plan successful products for future customers. Changes that occur in the future development can be identified with monitoring and the expected future can be adjusted. A consistent understanding of the use of monitoring for the product engineering process does not exist and is developed in this paper. Thereby, monitoring is considered in the context of validation and located in iPeM.
Automatic knowledge graph creation from engineering standards using the example of formulas
Authors: Luttmer Janosch , Kandel Mostafa , Ehring Dominik , Nagarajah Arun 
Published: May 2024

AbstractEngineering standards are an important source of knowledge in product development. Despite the increasing digitalisation, the provision and usage of standards is characterised by lots of manual steps. This research paper aims at applying automatic knowledge graph creation in the domain of engineering standards to enable machine-actionable standards. For this, a formula knowledge graph ontology as well as suitable information extraction techniques are developed. The concept is validated using the example of DIN ISO 281, showing the overall capability of automatic knowledge graph creation.
How to facilitate comparability among product models: applying a standardizing description approach
Authors: Paehler Lukas , Matthiesen Sven 
Published: May 2024

AbstractDuring a design process, designers are supported by several purposive product models. To enable designers to switch between them, researchers need to consider the linking of product models during their development. To assist researchers in doing so, the capabilities of a standardizing description approach, stances towards product models, was investigated. The results show that the description approach was able to identify indicators of linking possibilities by facilitating comparability. This is a step towards assisting researchers in considering the linking of product models systematically.
Integration of product development data for further ontological utilization
Authors: Pickel Jessica , Bickel Sebastian , Goetz Stefan , Wartzack Sandro 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe amount of data within the product development process requires a structured approach to coordinate them. Knowledge management solutions, such as ontologies, are a suitable way of linking data and representing semantic relationships. However, making all relevant data usable to ensure their target-oriented application is still a challenge. Thus, this contribution presents an approach to identify and classify heterogeneous data in product development. Besides this single ontology approach, interface solutions for data integration into an ontology are proposed.
Introducing a framework to translate user scenarios into engineering specifications with “action steps”
Authors: Ismatullaev Ulugbek Vahobjon Ugli , Kim KwanMyung 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThis study presents a three-stage framework to translate user scenarios into engineering specifications. We introduced 'Action Steps' as an intermediate tool to help convert user scenarios into functional requirements and engineering specifications. It facilitates aligning specifications with user needs by filling in the essential product information not revealed in user scenarios. Preliminary testing revealed that the proposed framework improved team understanding and reduced information gaps, showcasing its potential to enhance specification development and process efficiency.
Modeling uncertain requirements
Authors: Block Lukas 
Published: May 2024

AbstractAnticipating all technical requirements that a product must meet throughout its lifespan has become difficult due to a rise in market, regulatory, and technological uncertainty. As a result, the attribute values of these requirements may be highly uncertain at the start of product development. We propose a mathematical model that captures and quantifies this uncertainty in a clear and comprehensive manner. We evaluate the approach by encoding uncertain requirements for an automotive project. Misconceptions regarding probabilities are alleviated and the requirements are unambiguously defined.
Using cluster analysis to enhance a method for the management of disturbance factors via product structures
Authors: Breimann Richard , Sun Laura Luran , Kirchner Eckhard 
Published: May 2024

AbstractTo achieve higher functionality in mechatronic systems, the management of disturbance factors plays a crucial role. For this purpose, a method was developed in prior works to address this management via the optimisation of product structures. However, this method lacks applicability due to the complexity of one step of the method. It is the goal of this paper to present a software tool, utilizing cluster-analysis to sort components into assemblies, with which this step is supported. Additionally, the method is generally adapted to address a wider spectrum of phenomena in mechatronic systems.
Challenges of the integrative product and production system development
Authors: Disselkamp Jan-Philipp , Schütte Ben , Dumitrescu Roman 
Published: May 2024

AbstractShorter product lifecycles and a shift from mechatronic to cyber-physical systems are leading to greater product complexity. This complexity can be addressed by more intensive cooperation between product and production system development. Despite intensive development in recent years, these process models have not been able to establish themselves in corporate practice. Therefore, this paper analyses the existing integrative product and production methods to identify the reasons for their lack of use in practice. The analysis has shown that there are nine barriers.
Innovation of meaning: design-driven study based on the interpretive theory of new meaning
Authors: Kushi Shotaro , Yanagisawa Hideyoshi 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThis study conducts design-driven meaning innovation research based on an interpretation of new meaning through qualitative and quantitative research rooted in design practice and builds design-driven theories, methodology, and highly replicable methods. It presents a new design approach to design thinking called ‘design methodology and method of meaningful products’. The design process and framework integrate words, visuals, and functions to interpret and create new meanings. It highlights the importance of design semiotics in overcoming the limitations of traditional approaches.