Volume 114 (2024), Edition 03

In powder bed-based manufacturing processes, the powder feedstock is not completely solidified. Unused material can be reused depending on its condition. However, the complexity of tracking along the process chain, especially in multi-material...

The way a factory layout is designed has a major influence on the working environment of employees. Taking their expertise into account during redesign promotes acceptance among the workforce and enhances the quality of planning results. Augmented...

In the context of this article, a method is presented on how to select a suitable assistive robot based on physical limitations. To achieve this, the body functions of a physically challenged person are compared with the requirements of an assembly...

Physically strenuous activities cause musculoskeletal complaints over time and prevent skilled labour access and retention. This article presents models and methods for digital ergonomics for the efficient and holistic planning of manual labour and...

Digitalization and sustainability are megatrends of the present and the future, with digitalization offering the chance to support the sustainability management of companies. The sustainability platform EcoHub allows for collecting corporate data...

The article provides a brief summary of how machines can be integrated to ensure energy flexibility of companies, that means their ability to adapt quickly and process-efficiently to the energy market. The focus is on the „smart connector“, a...

Service provision is a valuable opportunity for mechanical engineering companies to distinguish themselves from competitors and enhance overall performance. Due to their product focus, companies in this industry confront new challenges when adding...

The engineering tool CARA (Computer-Aided Risk Assessment) from the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation IPA aims to ease the implementation of applications with human-robot collaboration in industry by simplifying and...

This paper presents the development of an adaptable mold. The mold should be automatically adaptable to any geometry in order to produce fiber composite components cost-effectively. In the project, the mold is adapted by a robot. The robot adjusts...

Intermetallic compounds consisting of titanium-aluminide alloys provide an excellent basis for high-temperature applications in aerospace industries. These applications typically require hot working, high strains, and heat treatment to achieve the...

The springback parameter is crucial for the manufacturing accuracy in bending processes. This study examined the suitability of machine learning methods for springback prediction and evaluated the accuracy of the predictions. It was possible to...