EaaS-Ansatz für kreislauffähige Produktionssysteme/EaaS approach for circular production systems – From single-purpose to Re-X

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Volume 116 (2026), Issue 04

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Volume 116 (2026), Issue 04

EaaS-Ansatz für kreislauffähige Produktionssysteme/EaaS approach for circular production systems – From single-purpose to Re-X

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1436-4980
ISSN-Online
1436-4980
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High volatility requires flexible production systems. The ‘AutoPilot’ project developed a circular production cell concept combining physical modularity (e.g., wood veneer composites) with digital twins. Validation confirms increased adaptability and a reduced carbon footprint. Furthermore, data-integrated equipment-as-a-service lowers costs and promotes component reuse. This paper presents the technical implementation and associated operator models.

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