Volume 115 (2025), Edition 03

Unfavourably designed workplaces and processes may increase the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and limit the ability to work, especially of older workers. A workplace in the cosmetics industry demonstrates how the ema Work Designer can be...

Companies need to be able to adapt flexibly in the context of digital transformation. Low Code/No Code (LCNC) offers a solution by simplifying software development. This work identifies success factors for implementing LCNC solutions in...

A standardized description of states, properties and capabilities of production systems is crucial for fulfilling the principles of Industry 4.0. Standards such as the Asset Administration Shell (AAS) are used to ensure interoperability. The...

Global issues such as the climate crisis and resource scarcity, along with increased regulatory requirements, challenge industrial value creation. Digital solutions enable more sustainable and circular production. The idea of Biological...

Interactive mobile robots allow for enhancing efficiency and ergonomics in logistics. This paper presents the development, implementation, and evaluation of an interaction system tailored to the requirements of a logistics environment. Based on a...

The quality control of ground surfaces is often done manually for complex geometries, as automated systems are associated with a high parameterization effort. This article presents an automated system for inspecting complex curved aluminium...

Battery cells are exposed to mechanical loads throughout the production process. The Centre for Digitised Battery Cell Manufacturing (ZDB) investigated the tolerable forces for the clearing process of the jelly roll as part of preparing the welding...

The PulLoop project develops cost-effective, contactless measurement systems for continuous production processes such as pultrusion and extrusion. Its goal is to integrate an optical measurement system to reduce waste and optimize processes through...

Flexible path planning for autonomous robots is required in productions with a high degree of variability and short product life cycles. Reinforcement Learning (RL) offers a solution, as it enables robots to adapt dynamically to varying conditions...

Matrix production systems are characterized by flexibility and productivity. A smooth operation, however, requires precise information. It is therefore important to consider specific control-relevant key figures in matrix production. This article...

An instrument to increase the efficiency of assembly systems is technical adaptability. Modularization is a key factor in adaptability. This paper describes the different dimensions of modularization. The implementation of modular assembly systems...

Biobased and biodegradable printing materials become increasingly significant in additive manufacturing. Applying enzymes during material preparation allows for making targeted modifications to enhance the printing properties of materials. This...

The additive manufacturing process provides unique components in various forms and variants. However, it is mostly necessary for the „as build“ surface to be finished with the help of manual processes and accomplish the highest material...