Title
Integrated design analysis for product simplification
Document Type
Article
Date of Original Version
1-1-2005
Abstract
A systematic methodology is presented for product structure simplification through an integration of Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) with the Theory of Invention Problem Solving (TRIZ). A new functional model is combined with a selection of TRIZ problem solving tools that are identified as effective in product structure simplification. DFMA analysis is used to evaluate alternative concepts. Application of the combined approach is illustrated through a case study of a heavy duty stapler.
Publication Title, e.g., Journal
CIRP Annals - Manufacturing Technology
Volume
54
Issue
1
Citation/Publisher Attribution
Lucchetta, G., P. F. Bariani, and W. A. Knight. "Integrated design analysis for product simplification." CIRP Annals - Manufacturing Technology 54, 1 (2005): 147-150. doi: 10.1016/S0007-8506(07)60070-5.