An Axiomatic Approach to Design for Sustainable End-of-Life: A Review of Literature

Abstract:

This paper aims to provide an insight to later researchers on the application of axiomatic design in the area of design for end-of-life (EOL) management. Among all life cycle stages of a product, design and development stage is the one that influences the later stages the most in terms of environmental impacts. In order to achieve sustainable product development, one of the considerations to be taken during the design stage is EOL management. EOL management process can be enhanced by utilizing a robust design method as well as an effective method for evaluating product design. Recent researches show that application of axiomatic design in the field of eco-design (especially design for EOL management) is still in a premature stage despite having a vast application area that covers the aspect of product design, manufacturing and supply chain management. Nonetheless, a case study published recently on eco-design using axiomatic approach has shown adequate feasibility and effectiveness. Therefore, design for sustainable EOL using axiomatic approach is worth further exploration.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volume 315)
• Pages: 705-709
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.315.705
• Online since: April 2013
• Authors: Lee Guang Beng, Badrul Omar
• Keywords: Axiomatic Design, Design for Sustainability, End-Of-Life (EoL)

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