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Systematic identification of components suitable for additive manufacturing to enhance product circularity and reduce environmental impacts

Scherer, Nicolas (1); König, Kristian (1); Duve, Matthias (2); Vielhaber, Michael (1); Heieck, Frieder (2)

Type:
Papers
DS 145: Proceedings of the DESIGN2026 19th International Design Conference
Year:
2026
Editor:
Štorga, M.; Škec, S.; Martinec, T.; Marjanović, D.; Pavković, N.
Author:
Scherer, Nicolas (1); König, Kristian (1); Duve, Matthias (2); Vielhaber, Michael (1); Heieck, Frieder (2)
Series:
DESIGN
Institution:
1: Institute of Product Engineering, Saarland University, Germany; 2: Institute of Production and Informatics, University of Applied Sciences Kempten, Germany
Page(s):
2081-2090
DOI number:
10.1017/pds.2026.10566
ISSN:
2732-527X (Online)
Abstract:
This study presents a method for early identification of AM-suitable components and circular design routes. A structured, data-lean questionnaire with AHP-based weighting, combined with rule-based R-strategy identification and an AM-specific feasibility gate, enables transparent screening in early development. Demonstrated on a structural bus component for both diesel and electric operation, the approach proposes a dominant R-strategy and integrates a prospective LCA-in-the-loop workflow, showing how early circularity signals and life-cycle feedback inform robust redesign decisions.
Keywords:
additive manufacturing, circular economy, sustainability, life cycle assessment (LCA)
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