Methodology for an automatic and early manufacturing technology selection on a component level

Abstract Production systems of the automotive industry process parts that were previously designed and manufactured according to different manufacturing technologies. In car body architectures, additive (AM) has become a relevant technology for supplementing conventional technologies, e.g., casting or forming This paper presents methodology an automatic objective early-stage analysis part features subsequent identification parts’ most suitable technology. For this purpose, comprehensive database is required, in which several technological economic parameters need be derived predicted, including requirements, production inherences, expected lifecycle costs, as well geometric information. Based on this, data screening allows effectively evaluate potential component either conventionally additively early product development phases. One core element requirements derivation within one novel module methodology. Subsequently, system can adapted identified, promising Hence, decision cost reduction through increased planning reliability. work thus contributes successful co-evolution smart processes.