Product design in a concurrent engineering environment: an optimization approach

Abstract

Abstract In this paper an optimization approach to the design of products in a concurrent engineering environment is explored. A five-step algorithm containing attribute-based utility values is utilized which allows for the incorporation of concurrent engineering design attributes in the objective function. Two integer programming models are presented. Model 1 considers module/part interactions; however, it does not consider the interactions among various part options making up a product. Model 2 considers both interactions and also results in groups of part options that can be designed and manufactured together. In each step of the optimization process, the design of a pad assembly of a braking system is considered and explained.

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