A two-stage decision support system for manufacturing processes integration in microfactories for electric vehicles

Abstract

Integrating a manufacturing process is not a straightforward decision. Involved cost models are complex covering the whole lifecycle of the part in the context of circular economy. In this work, given the complexity of circular industry and the modularity required in the case of electric vehicles, a framework for a dedicated decision support system is presented. A case study for a microfactory is presented. The two stages of the decision-support system (DSS) are applied, with the first one proving empirically the feasibility of the technology integration and the second one involving a detailed cost model for assessment of the return of investment (ROI).