Connected, digitalized wire arc additive manufacturing: utilizing data in the internet of production to enable industrie 4.0
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.This study examines connected, digitalized Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) in Industrie 4.0. It proposes a data-driven quality control method to reduce welding fume emissions by up to 40% and minimize energy consumption.
Area Of Science
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Industry 4.0
- Additive Manufacturing
Background
- Industrie 4.0 integrates digital technologies into manufacturing.
- Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) is a key additive manufacturing process.
- Digitalization in WAAM presents challenges in data management and security across process layers.
Purpose Of The Study
- To explore the application of Industrie 4.0 principles in connected, digitalized WAAM.
- To analyze data infrastructure needs and security challenges across workpiece, assembly, and product layers.
- To propose a data-driven quality control approach for enhanced WAAM process and product quality.
Main Methods
- Analysis of WAAM process layers (workpiece, assembly, product) within the Industrie 4.0 framework.
- Examination of data infrastructure requirements, stakeholder interactions, and security considerations.
- Development and proposal of a data-driven quality control strategy leveraging digital shadows.
Main Results
- Identified critical gaps in real-world WAAM applications of Industrie 4.0 concepts.
- Proposed a data-driven quality control approach to improve process and product quality in arc welding.
- Demonstrated potential reductions in welding fume emissions (12-40%) and minimized exposure and energy consumption.
Conclusions
- Connected, digitalized WAAM within Industrie 4.0 requires tailored data infrastructure and security measures for each process layer.
- A data-driven quality control approach using digital shadows can enhance WAAM efficiency and safety.
- Further real-world implementation is needed to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical application in additive manufacturing.
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