LAUDS Factories’ Post

This year, seven new consortia have started working on the key challenges from our National Knowledge Agenda for Logistics. These projects bring together researchers and companies to develop innovative, evidence-based solutions that contribute to making the Netherlands more sustainable, resilient, and circular. Thank you to everyone involved in making these collaborations possible. Here are a few highlights to showcase the range of this year’s projects: 1️ Balancing complexity and effectiveness in reducing drug shortages (RESPOND) led by Harwin de Vries, Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University working together with Tilburg University, Bogin, BG Pharma, Vereniging Innovatieve Geneesmiddelen and GLN. 2️⃣ Improving AI-based decision making by developing and testing supply chain copilots (HOPE) led by Willem van Jaarsveld, Eindhoven University of Technology working with Tilburg University, ASML, Fokker Services Group and many others. 3️. Supporting sustainable modal shifts to zero-emission inland waterways for construction and demolition cargo (SYNERCIZE) led by Layla Martin, Eindhoven University of Technology working together with HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht (Hogeschool Utrecht), Hogeschool Rotterdam, KOTUG CityBarge and many others. We’d also like to extend our gratitude to the Program Committee (chaired by Sander de Leeuw) and the external reviewers for their valuable input in evaluating the project submissions. A special thanks to our Board (chaired by Robert Van der Waal) for their support, and to the dedicated team at TKI DINALOG for making this possible. Looking ahead, we have a new call open and several more planned for 2025. Stay tuned for updates. Wishing you all a restful holiday season and a successful start to 2025. #Innovation #Sustainability #Collaboration #Logistics #CircularEconomy

🏭💚 #Manufacturing companies it's time to get green #sustainable operations. Our project is here to help you. Dive into our pathway prepared to help you understand where you can get more sustainable, energy-efficient and reduce your costs. In the end, you can apply to our #opencall (coming soon 👀) and get the opportunity to be funded. 💰 #greenerfuture #industry40 #horizoneurope #industry #smartmanufacturing #supplychain #innovation #sustainability #technology #greendeal #greendealindustrialplan Tekniker | CIM4.0 - Competence Center | Technische Universität Braunschweig | TU Dortmund University | Mesap Innovation Cluster | Danish Board of Technology (DBT) | Silesia Automotive & Advanced Manufacturing | F6S Innovation

Innovation Labs: The Key to Eco-Friendly Design? Eco-innovation, developing products and processes that minimize environmental impact, is a critical challenge for companies today. Lili Coustillac (1,2,3); Bazzaro, Florence (2); Yann MEYER (3,4); Justine Lobbé (1); and Patrick Guillaud-Vallee (1) from 1: Forvia Clean Mobility, France; 2: Université Bourgogne Franche-Comté, France; 3: Université de Technologie de Compiègne, France; 4: Université Savoie Mont Blanc, France examine the role of innovation laboratories in achieving eco-innovation goals (ICED 23 Proceedings). https://lnkd.in/g33-KKbE Join the "Design is a Team Sport" movement at ICED25 Dallas. What are the biggest challenges in implementing eco-innovation within design and engineering teams? How can innovation labs be better equipped to support eco-innovation efforts? Share your thoughts on the future of eco-design and the role of new technologies and methodologies. Don't miss out!   · Register for ICED25 Dallas: iced.designsociety.org/ The University of Texas at Dallas, The Design Society #EcoInnovation #InnovationLabs #Sustainability #Ecodesign #DesignMethods #Creativity #Guidelines

🔍 𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰? 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐧 „𝐔𝐩𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲“. The #DICES Project explores how Upgrade Factories can support the Circular Economy by enabling flexible and sustainable refurbishment and upgrading of products. This approach addresses the growing need for adaptable production systems in modern manufacturing. We’re proud to contribute to this project, collaborating with RWTH Aachen University, FIR an der RWTH Aachen and Miele. Check out this insightful post by our colleague 𝐃𝐫. Alexander Schließmann on this topic. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/eKhZwH5n 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐬! 👉 In one of our upcoming posts, we’ll dive deeper into the project and explain what the Upgrade Factory is all about—stay tuned! What do you know about Upgrade Factory? Wright in the comments below 👇 #Research #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #UpgradeFactory #Collaboration #INNOVATIONByFORCAMENISCO

The AUTO-TWIN Project will be presented by our coordinator Prof. Andrea Matta (Politecnico di Milano) during The Manufacturing Partnership Days, in Brussels, organised by the European Factories of the Future Research Association (EFFRA). THE MANUFACTURING PARTNERSHIP DAYS 🗓️ 7 & 8 May 2024 🌍 BRUSSELS (BE) 🔗 https://bit.ly/4deMLFs ↪ Following the success of last year's Manufacturing Partnership Day, which welcomed over 400 stakeholders, the second edition of the event will be a two day event focused on Made In Europe and Factories of the Future projects. The event will focus on manufacturing excellence, resilience, and circularity. Beyond the project presentations, EFFRA will host an exhibition space where different projects can showcase their work. The AUTO-TWIN Project ( one of the project within the AI4MANUFACTURING community) will be here with its data-driven method based on a process mining approach for Automated Digital Twin generation, operations, and maintenance in circular value chains. If you are interested in our innovative solution come and see us ♊ https://lnkd.in/e_xgutNK Meet our CONSORTIUM: Politecnico di Milano | Syxis | TTS -Technology Transfer System | CORE Innovation Centre | Innovalia Association | Eindhoven University of Technology | Koç University | IBM | UBITECH | Erre Quadro | Unlock the Power of Technical Data | GR3N SA | Libattion | Croma Gio. Batta Croma Gio. Batta | CROMA GIO BATTA ESPAÑA SL This project is part of the AI4MANUFACTURING community and has received funding from the Horizon Europe programme under the Grant Agreement No. 101092021 #digitaltwin #circulareconomy #datadriven

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The wait is over! Our book chapter titled "The Roles of Makerspaces for Facilitating Open-Source Hardware Development" with Margit Hofer and Robert Mies is now published as part of the book Global collaboration, local production: Fab City als Modell für Kreislaufwirtschaft und nachhaltige Entwicklung published by Springer Gabler.  The chapter shed light on how Fab labs/makerspaces, as openly accessible facilities with Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and local communities of makers, have the potential to act as catalysts to mature and disseminate #Open_Source_Hardware (OSH) local development of products and services collaboratively.  As part of the #EU_Horizon_2020 project OPENNEXT, 17 SMEs joined forces with our four makerspaces clusters in Amsterdam Waag Futurelab, Berlin Prototypes for Europe , Copenhagen Maker, and Vienna Happylab to experiment on new pathways for OSH co-creation, providing a needed model towards a circular economy and sustainable development. Open access available: https://lnkd.in/d4qMkzEt Technische Universität Berlin Helmut-Schmidt-Universität/Universität der Bundeswehr Hamburg Fab City Hamburg e.V. #Zentrum_für_Soziale_Innovation

I'm excited to share my latest publication, Achieving Sustainability by Additive Manufacturing: A State-of-the-Art Review and Perspectives, recently featured in Virtual and Physical Prototyping (https://lnkd.in/grNU3i6H). This comprehensive review paper overviews the transformative potential of additive manufacturing (AM) in addressing global challenges such as resource scarcity and environmental impact. From optimizing material usage during design to adopting circular economy principles like repair and recycling after production, AM presents a holistic approach to sustainable manufacturing. Our work highlights innovative strategies, including topology optimization, closed-loop control, and the use of sustainable materials, to enhance material efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and minimize environmental impact. Additionally, we explore the integration of advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to further bolster AM’s role in achieving sustainability goals. This work is the result of a collaborative effort, and I would like to sincerely thank my co-authors Dr. Wei Long Ng, Dr. Jia An, Prof. Wai Yee Yeong, Prof. Chee Kai Chua, as well as my postdoctoral supervisor Prof. Swee Leong Sing for their valuable contributions.

The Role of Design in Sustainable Products and Business Practices: 1. Design with Purpose Start by understanding the environmental impact of materials. Choose sustainable options. 2. Innovate for Longevity Create products that last longer. This reduces waste and promotes a circular economy. 3. Embrace Minimalism Less is more. Use fewer resources to create functional and elegant designs. 4. Educate Consumers Inform your customers about the benefits of sustainable products. Knowledge can drive responsible choices. 5. Collaborate with Eco-friendly Partners Work with suppliers who prioritize sustainability. This strengthens the entire supply chain. 6. Implement Green Practices Adopt eco-friendly methods in your business operations. This includes energy efficiency and waste reduction. 7. Measure and Improve Regularly assess the sustainability of your products and practices. Continuous improvement is key to long-term success. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Video by MIT on Award Winning Artist Olafur Eliasson and his residency at MIT in 2014. I designed a project for him and received feedback directly from him https://lnkd.in/dwWujsm3

💡Hephaestuscraft.eu newsletter has been published. If you want to take a glimpse into our project’s latest activities, read our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3BApPlC Copenhagen Business School | University of Gothenburg | Università Degli Studi di Roma “Tor Vergata” | Fablab Venezia - Digital Fabrication & Social Innovation | Università Ca' Foscari Venezia | WIT Berry | Associazione Artigiani Venezia | Confartigianato Imprese Vicenza| CNA Veneto Ovest | COMUNE DI BASSANO DEL GRAPPA | #BOFA #HEPHAESTUSProject #Innovation #Community #Progress #Newsletter