Biological Transformation along the Product Life Cycle Considering Ecological Sustainability, Costs and Performance by using Graph-based Design Language

Biological Transformation is a promising approach towards sustainable manufacturing. In order to illustrate the potential of Biological Transformation, holistic sustainability approaches along the product life cycle are required, considering ecological and economic aspects. Graph-based design languages facilitate fast creation of several product design variants, applying numerous modifications. These range from material choice to recycling strategies. Therefore graph-based design languages enable the analysis and comparison of different product variants in terms of ecological aspects, costs and performance, which are crucial factors for an increase in acceptance of Biological Transformation in industry. This approach is exemplified in the field of aviation.