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Published on: October 5, 2016
Summary
US industry needs to improve its rapid, cyclical product improvement processes. Strengthening the science base and education are important, but not enough without better integration of research, development, and manufacturing.
Area of Science:
- Engineering Management
- Industrial Innovation
- Technology Transfer
Background:
- US industry faces challenges in integrating new technologies and improving product cycles.
- Current industrial practices often lack the necessary integration between research, development, and manufacturing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the critical factors for successful industrial innovation in the US.
- To highlight the importance of both science-dominated and engineer-dominated innovation processes.
Main Methods:
- The study appears to be an analysis and discussion of industrial innovation processes based on existing knowledge and observations.
- It emphasizes the need for strong ties between research, development, and manufacturing.
Main Results:
- Close ties to manufacturing, rapid design cycles, and up-to-date engineer knowledge are crucial for US industry.
- Internal barriers within organizations hinder the effective integration of research into development and manufacturing.
- A strong science base and educational system are necessary but insufficient without effective functioning of the development and manufacturing cycle.
Conclusions:
- US industry must excel in both science-driven, ladder-type innovation and engineer-driven, incremental improvement.
- Research organizations need strong links to development and manufacturing to initiate progress effectively.
- Improving the functioning of the development and manufacturing cycle is paramount for US competitiveness.
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