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Future-robust product design – validating influencing factors on upgradeable mechatronic systems

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  16 May 2024

Maximilian Kuebler ,
Carolin Lange ,
Bastian Glasmacher ,
Tobias Düser  and
Albert Albers
Maximilian Kuebler*
Affiliation:
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany
Carolin Lange
Affiliation:
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany
Bastian Glasmacher
Affiliation:
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany
Tobias Düser
Affiliation:
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany
Albert Albers
Affiliation:
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany
*
maximilian.kuebler@kit.edu

Abstract

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This paper examines upgradability through modular product design, aiming to extend lifecycles and promote cross-generational use. It builds up on a preceding work, a systematic literature- review identifying four fields of action in future-robust product design. The paper itself contains an in-depth interview study with 17 experts from industry and research to validate and expand the literature-based fields of action. The results provide insights into the application and employment of future-robust product design, with a focus on adaptable product architectures.

Keywords

upgradedesign methodologydesign researchsustainable designmodularisation
Type
Design Methods and Tools
Information
Proceedings of the Design Society , Volume 4: DESIGN 2024 , May 2024 , pp. 633 - 642
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