Designing complex manufacturing systems by virtual reality: A novel approach and its application to the virtual commissioning of a production line

Dammacco, Lucilla; Carli, Raffaele; Lazazzera, Vito; Fiorentino, Michele; Dotoli, Mariagrazia

doi:10.1016/j.compind.2022.103761

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“…The cost/benefit calculation is crucial, as it is a well-accepted fact that the investment in competence and software tools are considerable, which must be balanced with the time and cost savings in the procurement, commissioning, and start-up phase of an industrial project. The results of this study are also confirmed by [4,8] regarding several aspects, e.g., the importance and complexity in making accurate enough physical model construction of virtual devices, and the logical model construction of virtual devices. If not, the ability to make relevant virtual tests is lost.…”

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confidence: 74%

“…In other domains the use of VC and the success stories are limited, as many have tried and failed to make it work or have spent too much time and cost doing it. The typical lessons learned are that it requires well developed working procedures, discipline, clear roles and related [4,5]. Further, the use of VC requires employees to acquire new competencies [15] as well acquisition of a set of powerful tools which comes at a relatively high cost.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The focus of increased digitalization in the era of industry 4.0 has brought to light novel uses of approaches and technologies, such as virtual commissioning (VC), factory scanning, digital twins, and their respective digital models [1,2,3]. The procurement process of investing in new manufacturing equipment, e.g., CNC machinery and industrial robots can be time-consuming and complex [4]. This is especially prevalent in manufacturing companies specializing in production of cutting-edge low volume components, using one-of-a-kind designed production cells for dedicated and advanced manufacturing technology processes.…”

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Virtual Commissioning During the Manufacturing Equipment Procurement Process: From an Industrial Expert Point of View

Eriksson,

Vallhagen,

Rudqvist

2024

Advances in Transdisciplinary Engineering

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The procurement process of investing in new manufacturing equipment can be time-consuming and complex. This is especially prevalent in manufacturing companies specializing in production of cutting-edge low volume components. The focus of increased digitalization in the era of industry 4.0 has brought to light novel technologies, such as virtual commissioning, factory scanning, digital twins, and their respective digital models. The aspects of virtual commissioning in relation to the procurement process were investigated through a case study at a manufacturing company. The data collection was explorative and qualitative, including mapping of the case company procurement process and four in-depth interviews with industry experts, performed during spring 2023. The industry experts were selected to enlighten the procurement process from different angles, i.e., project management, electrical installations, robot programming, and maintenance. The findings from the study are fourfold. First, the existing procurement process was mapped and holistically explained from the viewpoints of different work functions. Secondly, improvements to the current procurement process were identified. Thirdly, the current use of virtual commissioning in the procurement process was brought to light. Finally, challenges and possibilities for using virtual commissioning in the procurement process were brought forward. The conclusion displays possible improvements to flow and time aspects of the procurement process and thus application of virtual commissioning is worthwhile to consider. However, the industrial experts, taking part in the interviews, bring forth certain skepticism and challenges of using virtual commissioning. Thus, to move forward, it is important to proactively engage experts and other employees concerned with sought development. This emphasizes the industry 5.0 perspectives of humans’ interaction and critical thinking when facing challenges of industrial digitalization. Future research is therefore encouraged to involve joint discussions between industrial experts in focus group settings and extending the study to incorporate more functions i.e., managers and machine operators.

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Virtual Commissioning During the Manufacturing Equipment Procurement Process: From an Industrial Expert Point of View

Eriksson,

Vallhagen,

Rudqvist

2024

Advances in Transdisciplinary Engineering

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“…Por outro lado, na indústria em geral, mesmo com todos os seus benefícios, não se observa sua crescente adoção e ferramentas adequadas de avaliação, particularmente como suporte a HFE, são necessárias (VOSNIAKOS et al, 2017). Motivos como necessidade de equipes especializadas na tecnologia VR, aquisição de hardware e software de alto custo e setup complexo, ausência de padrão na indústria (DAMMACCO et al, 2022) e de troca de dados desfavorecem seu uso.…”

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“…Dammacco et al (2022) utilizaram um método chamado Golden Zone para verificação imediata de restrições ergonômicas ✓ Ottogalli et al (2021) utilizaram VR com marker-based mocap e análise ergonômica em tempo real e automática MODO DE ANÁLISE ERGONÔMICA ✓ Ottogalli et al (2021) utilizaram VR com marker-based mocap e análise ergonômica em tempo real e modo automático na indústria da aviação ✓ Peruzzini et al (2021) utilizaram VR com marker-based mocap e análise ergonômica em software adicional (Siemens Jack) de modo automático CAPTURA DE MOVIMENTO ✓ Kačerová et al (2022) compararam o uso de VR e marker-based mocap com métodos tradicionais ✓ Puthenveetil et al (2015) utilizaram markerless mocap (Kinect) para escalar o digital human model ✓ Vosniakos et al (2017) utilizaram o markerlesse mocap (Kinect) para rastreamento de esqueleto FONTE: O autor (2022). O artefato proposto nesta pesquisa pode ser uma solução generalizada para essas classes de problema.…”

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Proposta de um sistema de análise ergonômica auxiliada por realidade virtual na indústria de manufatura

Watanabe¹,

Catapan²,

Sierra³

2023

Rev. Car. Cien. Soc.

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Distúrbios musculoesqueléticos relacionados ao trabalho podem ser evitados com a avaliação ergonômica prematura na indústria de manufatura. Essa análise é tipicamente realizada por meio de programas Computer Aided Technologies (CAx) ou de Physical Mock-ups (PMUs). Além desses, a Realidade Virtual (RV) também tem sido aplicada para o mesmo objetivo, particularmente em empresas de grande porte da indústria automotiva e aeronáutica. Como vantagem, a RV permite a antecipada avaliação funcional e ergonômica de projeto com mais rapidez e menos investimentos. No entanto, essa tecnologia ainda não é amplamente adotada na indústria, pois sua complexidade de uso e necessidade de mão de obra especializada são grandes desafios aos times de projeto. Ademais, a literatura não aponta soluções. Por isso, esta pesquisa busca propor um sistema de análise ergonômica assistida por RV de baixa complexidade de uso através do método Design Science Research (DSR). O ponto de partida foi a fase de Exploração, conduzida por meio de uma Revisão Bibliográfica Sistemática (RBS), e os resultados levantaram diferentes artefatos em termos de métodos utilizados. Esta RBS permitiu o delineamento de parâmetros em comum, como o método ergonômico adotado e o tipo de captura de movimento envolvido, que ajudaram na classificação e elicitação de requisitos do artefato. Uma solução proposta, inicialmente representada por um design vernacular, foi sugerida já na primeira fase do DSR e posteriormente refinada no estágio subsequente, de Proposição. Em sua última etapa, de Avaliação, o artefato foi analisado comparando-se os parâmetros deste com os de artefatos existentes. Por fim, a partir da análise e generalização das classes de problemas envolvidas, concluiu-se que o objetivo da pesquisa foi alcançado. Oportunidades de pesquisa, tais como a integração de mais funcionalidades ao artefato e exploração de ambientes colaborativos, são expostas nas considerações finais. Ausente de experimentos, sugere-se que esta pesquisa seja continuada e desenvolvida, envolvendo ensaios de laboratório e ergonomistas.

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Decision Making for Fast Productivity Ramp-Up of Manufacturing Systems

Magnanini,

Medini,

Epureanu

2024

Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering

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Designing complex manufacturing systems by virtual reality: A novel approach and its application to the virtual commissioning of a production line

Cited by 23 publications

References 34 publications

Virtual Commissioning During the Manufacturing Equipment Procurement Process: From an Industrial Expert Point of View

Virtual Commissioning During the Manufacturing Equipment Procurement Process: From an Industrial Expert Point of View

Proposta de um sistema de análise ergonômica auxiliada por realidade virtual na indústria de manufatura

Decision Making for Fast Productivity Ramp-Up of Manufacturing Systems

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