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Optimising the design of gearshafts with Knowledge-Based Engineering (KBE): an application to aircraft engines

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  • A. Corallo
  • A. Margherita
  • G. Pascali
  • G. Turrisi

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This paper shows the application of a Knowledge-Based Engineering (KBE) system to optimise the design of gearshafts used in aircraft engines. A new design process and a tool have been introduced to automate the preparation of CAD models by engineers. Time required was reduced by more than 60%, resulting in a sensible decrease in costs and indirect quality benefits. The study is based on a company case and findings are consistent with other studies in the aerospace. The paper helps understand the potential value of KBE in New Product Development (NPD) and can be a proof-of-concept for further implementations in complex engineering sectors.

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  • A. Corallo & A. Margherita & G. Pascali & G. Turrisi, 2011. "Optimising the design of gearshafts with Knowledge-Based Engineering (KBE): an application to aircraft engines," International Journal of Product Development, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 13(3), pages 185-203.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpdev:v:13:y:2011:i:3:p:185-203
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