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"PRODUCT IN-USE” INFORMATION FOR ENGINEERING DESIGN ACTIVITIES
McSorley, G.; Huet, G.; Culley, S. J.; Fortin, C.
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2008
Editor:
Marjanovic D., Storga M., Pavkovic N., Bojcetic N.
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Section:
Product development models and strategies
Page(s):
183 - 190
Abstract:
Within the emerging “extended product” paradigm, manufacturers are increasingly involved in the later stages of the product lifecycle to ensure long-term customer satisfaction. Substantial savings can be made by identifying possible performance issues at the design stage, rather than correcting them once the product is in-service. To support designers, it is proposed to create a framework through which they can take advantage of “product in-use” information, defined as all information collected throughout the lifecycle concerning product performance during use. This paper examines the issues with the creation of such a framework, such as the appropriate content of this information, the necessary format and its transfer to designers.
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