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December 3, 2024
Conference Paper
Title

Novel Methodology for Assessing Second Life Potentials of Industrial Products

Abstract
In their transition towards a circular economy, companies encounter considerable challenges in harvesting the inherent value of industrial products. To overcome this challenge, it is reasonable to systematically determine second-life options in the early product design phases. The present paper introduces a methodology that promotes a value-based prioritization of (sub-)components and materials regarding their second-life potential. To achieve this, each level of a product architecture is assessed against sustainability and circularity criteria in the areas of technology, business, ecology, and legislation. The individual scores of (sub-)components and materials enable a value-based prioritization with three distinct levels of second-life potential. Moreover, a comparative evaluation of different product architectures regarding their sustainability and circularity can be conducted by determining an overall score. The development of the methodology is supported by a comprehensive literature review and expert interviews.
Author(s)
Schuh, Günther  
TH Aachen -RWTH-, Werkzeugmaschinenlabor -WZL-  
Schauss, Marc Nicolas
Fraunhofer-Institut für Produktionstechnologie IPT  
Mikosch, Miguel
Fraunhofer-Institut für Produktionstechnologie IPT  
Mainwork
ISPIM Connects Osaka - Connecting and Empowering Society 2024  
Conference
Connects Osaka Conference 2024  
DOI
10.24406/h-481059
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Fraunhofer-Institut für Produktionstechnologie IPT  
Keyword(s)
  • Circular economy

  • Sustainability

  • Circular product design

  • Sustainable design

  • Second life options

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