Review article

Combination of Novel Virtual and Real Prototyping Methods in a Rapid Product Development Methodology

Zoltan MAJOR ; Johannes Kepler University, Institute of Polymer Product Engineering
Martin REITER ; Johannes Kepler University, Institute of Polymer Product Engineering
Elena HEMMETER ; Johannes Kepler University, Institute of Polymer Product Engineering
Franz HIPTMAIR ; Johannes Kepler University, Institute of Polymer Product Engineering

Abstract

The applicability of novel rapid prototyping methods and techniques for improving various stages of rapid product development is described in this study. In addition to the conventional prototyping, functional prototypes with various properties may be generated. Finite element simulations and novel experimental techniques are successfully used for improve the prototyping process both on a macroscopic and on a microscopic scale. The 2 component prototyping offers new options for 2k industrial component design and for biomodelling.

Keywords

prototyping; rapid product development; real; virtual

Hrčak ID:

78491

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/78491

Publication date:

16.3.2012.

Article data in other languages: croatian

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