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Robotic weld groove scanning for large tubular T-joints using a line laser sensor
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)This paper presents a novel procedure for robotic scanning of weld grooves in large tubular T-joints. The procedure is designed to record the discrete weld groove scans using a commercially available line laser scanner ... -
Beyond the lean manager. Insights on how to develop corporate lean leadership
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Although leadership is consistently found to be the main success factor for lean transformations, our knowledge about how to develop the necessary leadership competences at the level of the individual and the organisation ... -
Future competence at shopfloor in the era of Industry 4.0 - A case study in Norwegian industry
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Industry 4.0 technologies with the vision of smart factories will dominate the manufacturing industry for the next decades. Hence, the application of digital technologies of modern IT and communication technologies to ... -
Advancing zero defect manufacturing: A state-of-the-art perspective and future research directions
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Zero Defect Manufacturing is a disruptive concept that has the potential to entirely reshape the manufacturing ideology. Building on the same quality management philosophy that underpins both lean production and Six Sigma, ... -
In-situ X-ray microtomography of interface between additively manufactured aluminium bronze and H13 tool steel
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Directed energy deposition (DED) is an additive manufacturing process category where material is melted as it is deposited, often powder melted with a focused laser. In this work aluminium bronze was deposited onto H13 ... -
The significance of employee behaviours and soft management practices to avoid digital waste during a digital transformation
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate the perceived effects between soft management practices, employee behaviours and the implementation of digital technologies in manufacturing plants, as well as how these ... -
Using the Process Digital Twin as a tool for companies to evaluate the Return on Investment of manufacturing automation
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)The fourth industrial revolution is gaining momentum, but still lacks full realization. Several studies suggest that many companies around the world have begun the digital transformation undertaking, but most are still far ... -
Smart Spare Parts Management – A digital supply network perspective
(Research report, 2022)As additive manufacturing (AM) is being utilized across various sectors, value chains are disrupted and new approaches to spare parts management can be adopted. This report provides an introduction to the state-of-the-art ... -
On weldability of aerospace grade Al-Cu-Li alloy AA2065 by wire-feed laser metal deposition
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Al-Cu-Li alloys exhibit a superior strength to weight ratio, making the alloys attractive for applications within aviation and aerospace. However, their widespread application has been somewhat limited by the challenges ... -
The influence of Industry 4.0 narratives on regional path development
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Industry 4.0 has become a key concept and buzzword in the global manufacturing industry. This paper argues that the concept has created an Industry 4.0 narrative that is having a decisive impact on the industry. The paper ... -
The Virtual Sensei: Using Assisted Reality to Digitalize Gemba Walks
(Chapter, 2022)As more and more companies adopt lean management as a system to continuously develop people, leaders are increasingly intent on conducting gemba walks. This means going to the workplace, be it production, engineering, or ... -
Human-centric zero-defect manufacturing: State-of-the-art review, perspectives, and challenges
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Zero defect manufacturing (ZDM) aims at eliminating defects throughout the value stream as well as the cost of rework and scrap. The ambitious goal of zero defects requires the extensive utilization of emerging technologies. ... -
Industry 4.0 Technologies as Drivers for Eliminating Waste in Lean Production: A French-Norwegian Study
(Chapter, 2022)The aim of this paper is to provide insights about the operational performance improvements that may arise from the combination of Industry 4.0 technologies with the tools of Lean Production. Indeed, companies and their ... -
Augmenting the Production Operators for Continuous Improvement
(Chapter, 2022)This paper discusses how continuous improvement activities can be supported by augmenting the operators in production. After a brief literature background, real life case examples from manufacturing companies are provided ... -
Centralized vs Decentralized Production Planning in ETO Environments: A Theoretical Discussion
(Chapter, 2022)The characteristics of ETO production call for further analysis to investigate the implications of traditional (deterministic) systems of planning i.e., centralized, and hierarchal, compared with decentralized systems. ... -
Ways to Circular and Transparent Value Chains
(Chapter, 2022)The purpose of this paper is to increase the knowledge about the implementation of circularity and other sustainability approaches in value chains. The objective is to develop roadmaps for the implementation of digital ... -
Constraint Definition for Gripper Selection and Grasp Planning for Robotic Assembly Using Product Manufacturing Information from STEP AP242Ed2 Files
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)This article uses the Product Manufacturing Information (PMI) from STEP AP242 neutral files for gripper selection and grasp planning in a robotic assembly operation. The PMI, along with the part geometry and dimensions, ... -
Supporting robotic welding of aluminium with a laser line scanner-based trigger definition method
(Chapter, 2022)Automation and the use of robots for welding operations is an important research topic. Being able to automate and, thus, save time for setting up and using robotic welding for complex, large-scale structures made of ... -
Optimization of Laser Metal Deposition Process for 2205 Duplex Stainless Steel
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)This work aims to optimize the process parameters for laser based DED manufacturing of a water jet impeller with critical requirements to material and mechanical properties. The concerned material is 2205 duplex stainless ... -
A Cross-disciplinary, cross-organizational approach to sustainable design and product innovation in the aluminum industry
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Aluminum is a promising sustainable and industrial resource that provides strong, lightweight structures with complex geometric possibilities, a high recovery rate in the recycling process, and low-emission production when ...