RELATIONAL REASONING SUPPORTED BY QUANTITATIVE METHODS FOR PRODUCT MODULARIZATION

Abstract

Modularized products potentially bring a range of benefits and consequently the subject has received much attention. Modularity has been defined and methods for modularization are developed based on two main viewpoints; either the product with its elements and relations or the purpose of the modularization has been in focus. Here is the combination of the viewpoints, referred to as the strategic and the technical viewpoint, emphasized. This is done by employing methods such as DSM and MIM. A mechatronic product that mainly is based on software is used as a case study, and it is argued that the methods used are especially suited for this type of product. It is also shown how metrics and algorithms may be used to support the qualitative decision-making.

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