SINTEF Manufacturing
Recent Submissions
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Optimization approach of DED process to fulfil the requirements on material properties and component performance of waterjet impeller
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Directed energy deposition (DED) processes have a great potential for ship building industry to reduce the lead time of ship part supply. However, ship parts such as propellers and impellers have critical requirements on ... -
A comprehensive overview of industrial demand response status in Europe
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Industrial demand response (IDR) will play a crucial role in shaping future electricity systems, as it is a key element of a just energy transition and industrial development. The aim of this work is to provide an overview ... -
A study on the influence of impurity content on fatigue endurance in a 6082 Al-alloy
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)The paper investigates the influence of different impurity/scrap elements on the high cycle fatigue (HCF) properties of 6082 Al-alloy. Accordingly, HCF tests are carried out on the different variants- GA1, GA2 and GA3 ... -
Improving value chain data lifecycle management utilising design for Lean Six Sigma methods
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Purpose: This project aims to optimise a secondary agricultural company’s reporting and data lifecycle by providing self-help business intelligence at an optimal price point for all business users. Design/methodology/approach: ... -
A fast simulation method for thermal management in wire arc additive manufacturing repair of a thin-walled structure
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)Ensuring first-time-right on-site repair of critical structures is a key challenge for additive manufacturing (AM)–based repair solutions. Fast thermal simulations are thus needed to plan efficient and error-free AM ... -
Towards a Blockchain-Enabled Social-Life Cycle Assessment Service for Increased Value Chain Sustainability
(Chapter, 2023)As sustainability requirements are growing, more and more companies are falsely claiming to supply sustainable products, thus creating an unfair playing field for companies that do comply. The Textile and Clothing (TC) ... -
The Productivity Leap: Effects of an Industry Program for Norwegian SMEs
(Chapter, 2023)Industry programs have been a method of lifting the competence of especially Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) that otherwise would not be interested or could not afford such efforts. In this paper we present a ... -
Evaluation of hot and warm forming of age-hardenable aluminium alloys into manufacturing of automotive safety critical parts
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Lightweight solutions will become increasingly necessary for the next generation of passenger cars. Applications of age-hardenable high strength aluminium material can be superior to traditional low strength alloys, ... -
Investigation of the Formability of AA6010 in an Integrated Forming and Hardening Process Aiming to Reduce the Energy Consumption in High Volume Production of Automotive Components
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Hot deformation and in-die quenching of aluminum components for the automotive industry is a cost and energy efficient technique that has been developed and thoroughly evaluated in recent years. The performance of this ... -
Developing an artificial neural network controller for accelerating the hot deformation of the titanium aluminide TNM-B1 using reinforcement learning and finite element simulations
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)This work presents a framework for interfacing a reinforcement learning algorithm with a finite element model in order to develop an artificial neural network controller. The goal of the controller is accelerating the hot ... -
The Effect of Digitalization and Human-Centric on Companies’ Production Performances
(Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering;, Chapter, 2023)Industry 5.0 is the inclusion of humans in the production line. This is because human is now considered a prerequisite for any industry to enhance production performances. However, most of the technological enablers still ... -
Lean and Digitalization Status in Manufacturing Companies Located in Norway
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Manufacturing companies are always on the lookout for methods to boost productivity, improve quality, and enhance their service offerings to remain competitive. Two methods that are extensively debated in both industry and ... -
Conceptual Framework for Development of Intelligent Control Systems for Thermoplastics Injection Molding
(Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering;, Chapter, 2023)Injection molding is one of the most widely used processes for production of plastic parts. It allows manufacturing of products of various shapes and sizes with high efficiency and production rates. However, setting up ... -
Digital Culture, Knowledge, and Commitment to Digital Transformation and Its Impact on the Competitiveness of Portuguese Organizations
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)This study aimed to understand the impact of digital culture on companies’ knowledge and constant commitment to digital transformation, as well as its impact on organizations as a whole. Secondly, it aimed to explore the ... -
Laser welding of AA2065 and AA7021Al Alloys using purpose made welding wires
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Aerospace AA2xxx and AA7xxx alloys have good mechanical properties such as high strength-to-weight ratio, fatigue- and corrosion resistance. These alloys are known for poor weldability with traditional fusion welding ... -
A Framework for Enabling Manufacturing Flexibility and Optimizing Industrial Demand Response Services
(Chapter, 2023)The energy industry is experiencing significant changes in terms of sustainability and competition, primarily driven by the introduction of renewable energy targets and emission limits. Demand response is a potential ... -
The Potential of Cast Stock for the Forging of Aluminum Components within the Automotive Industry
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)In the automotive industry, there is a drive to reduce environmental impact, energy consumption, and costs related to the manufacturing of forged aluminum suspension components. The replacement of extruded stock with cast ... -
Laser beam remelting of stainless steel plate for cladding and comparison with conventional CMT process
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2023)Progressing towards circular economy requires smarter and more efficient use of energy and resources. Laser beam can be efficient and flexible tool for melting different metals, commonly used in cladding and additive ... -
CNN-based Feature Extraction for Robotic Laser Scanning of Weld Grooves in Tubular T-joints
(Chapter, 2022)This paper presents an algorithm for feature point extraction from scanning data of large tubular T-joints (a subtype of a TKY joint). Extracting such feature points is a vital step for robot path generation in robotic ... -
The Effect of Deformation and Isothermal Heat Treatment of a 5005 Aluminum Alloy
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2024)In the aluminum industry, forming is an important process step that introduces dislocations in the material. To investigate the effect of dislocation retention after ageing on 6xxx-series alloys, a non-heat-treatable 5005 ...