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Currently, the production of lithium-ion battery cells is subject to high levels of scrap across almost the entire process chain. A reduction in production scrap reduces both the consumption of resources and costs, and increases the productivity of...

Precise knowledge of the local material removal during mass finishing is essential in order to avoid the occurrence of shape deviations, such as unacceptably high rounding of workpiece edges. To take the material removal into account in advance,...

Ultrasonic-assisted machining offers the potential to significantly shift the process limits in the machining of brittle materials. However, commercially available ultrasonic systems are severely limited in terms of the parameters that can be...

The additive manufacturing of continuous fibre-reinforced plastic components (CFRP) enables the cost-effective production of complex components for various industries. Laser sintering as a process has only recently been developed for the production...

Data-based process monitoring makes it possible to precisely analyze milling processes and detect anomalies at an early stage – without the need to retrofit additional sensors. By using specialized models and self-learning mechanisms, varying...

Laser Material Deposition is a complex manufacturing process that can be digitized by comprehensive multimodal process monitoring. This article deals with the integration of sensor technology, spatially resolved data acquisition and analysis, and...

Powder bed fusion-laser beam melting (PBF-LB/M) enables the production of complex titanium aluminide parts. However, high temperature gradients Δϑ and residual stresses σ lead to cracking and porosity Φ. This study investigates substrate...

The industrial importance of additive manufacturing technologies is steadily increasing due to a growing understanding of the process and the utilization of the specific process advantages. Particle adhesion occurs during the powder bed-based...

Despite the big data trend, many companies lack transparency regarding their warehouse and production inventories needed for production control and optimization. Based on the theoretical framework of an inventory classification, an empirical study...

Industrial cyber-physical systems increase productivity in circular production. Existing reference architecture models map their logical structure but provide limited practical implementation guidance. This paper presents the procedural model for...

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...

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...

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...

The recycling of high-voltage battery packs from electric vehicles plays a pivotal role in shaping the transformation towards e-mobility in line with the circular economy. Disassembly has emerged as a key process in recycling high-voltage batteries....

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...

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...

This paper examines the status of German industry in its efforts to meet national climate targets. Drawing on the Energy Efficiency Index of the German industry, it analyzes corporate objectives and efficiency measures. In particular, smaller...

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...

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...

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...

Achieving sustainability objectives is becoming increasingly important for factories. Practical metrics are required for implementation while taking all production-relevant sustainability aspects into account and limiting the effort involved. This...

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...

In view of resource scarcity and environmental concerns, circular economy is gaining in importance. This paper develops a methodology for evaluating environmental, economic, and technical potential of R-strategies and deriving targeted measures for...

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...

Remanufacturing is becoming increasingly important in the context of resource scarcity and sustainability. Research and skills development on real objects are key to overcoming the specific challenges. RemanLab transfers the established concept of...

The design for fatigue life of additively manufactured components and structures is challenging. This contribution provides an insight into the state-of-the-art and highlights specific characteristics of the surface quality of components produced by...