Abstract
The purpose of this research is to introduce a numerical environmental assessment tool into computer aided design, and than makes designers accomplish design and inspection simultaneously. A new computer tool “EcoCAD” was developed according to the purpose. Its PCB-, electric component- and display component- environmental assessment on demand is based on the TPI (Toxic Potential Indicator) of Fraunhofer IZM and follows the UN’s GHS’ MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet); and than incorporate into the SolidWorks API (Application Programming Interface) technique. Furthermore, EcoCAD can provide the corresponding suggestion with regard to the overall assessment (still in developing). A test MP3 player design case was successfully demonstrated the useful effect of EcoCAD in design and assessment process, and it indeed can reduce the R&D cost and manpower.
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