Publications – Product Development Research Lab

Triple-Use Innovation: Embedding Sustainability into Civil-Military Innovation

14th December 2025
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Abstract This paper introduces and explores triple-use innovation, a novel conceptual framework that extends beyond the established dual-use paradigm by embedding sustainability as a core dimension within innovation processes. Whereas […]

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Numerical data driven operation support for manufacturing of automotive body components

3rd August 2025
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Abstract With the increased focus on smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0, the use of simulations for the creation of cyber-physical manufacturing systems is increasing. The sheet metal forming manufacturing process, […]

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Leveraging digital twins for value-driven design in smart product-service systems: the super-system digital twin framework and SEV case study

4th July 2025
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Abstract Recent academic contributions explore the integration of Digital Twins (DTs) within smart Product-Service System (sPSS). This integration aims to innovate business propositions, hardware and services. However, gaps persist in […]

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AI-Powered Value Co-Creation: A Case Study Approach to Smart PSS Development

30th June 2025
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Abstract Product-Service System (PSS) development prioritizes the technical aspects of implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI), overlooking the strategic rationale behind its adoption. This paper investigates the impact of AI on value […]

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An integrated simulation framework for system-of-systems value exploration

19th June 2025
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Abstract The manufacturing sector is witnessing a paradigm shift toward servitization, where companies are transitioning from selling products to offering product–service systems. This shift creates additional challenges, where the providers […]

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DESIGNING A RESILIENT AUTOMATED WATERBORNE TRASPORT SYSTEM USING DISCRETE EVENT SIMULATION

13th June 2025
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Abstract The paper presents a replicable simulation architecture to assess the economic, environmental, and resilience performance of commercial electric and automated marine passenger transport systems. Built on Discrete Event Simulation […]

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Designing value-robust circular systems through changeability: a framework with case studies

23rd May 2025
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Abstract Increasing sustainability expectations requires support for the design of systems that are reactive in minimizing potential negative impact and proactive in guiding engineering decision-making toward more value-robust long-term decisions. […]

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Building blocks for large-scale evacuation simulations

19th May 2025
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Abstract Effective evacuation planning is a complex challenge that aims to save lives, reduce travel time, and ensure the provision of essential care to vulnerable individuals. Evacuation simulation models are […]

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Integrating Digital Twins and Extended Reality for Smart PSS Design: A Case Study on Smart Electric Tour Bus Development

4th May 2025
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Abstract The increasing digitalization of manufacturing is transforming product development towards intelligent, service-oriented systems. This studyexplores the application of Digital Twins (DT) technology in smart Product Service System (sPSS) design, […]

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A prediction of cutting forces using extended Kienzle-Saglam force model incorporating tool flank wear progression

18th March 2025
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Abstract This study addresses the challenge of modeling flank wear impact on cutting forces in metal cutting. Accurate models are crucial for simulating the cutting process, optimizing insert geometry and […]

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