Connecting Designers and Users: Lifecycle Collaboration for Circular Cutting Metal Tools
DS 130: Proceedings of NordDesign 2024, Reykjavik, Iceland, 12th - 14th August 2024
Year: 2024
Editor: Malmqvist, J.; Candi, M.; Saemundsson, R. J.; Bystrom, F. and Isaksson, O.
Author: Elnourani, Mohamed; ohrwall Ronnback, Anna
Series: NordDESIGN
Institution: Lulea University of Technology, Sweden
Page(s): 880-887
DOI number: 10.35199/NORDDESIGN2024.93
ISBN: 978-1-912254-21-7
Abstract
This study investigates the transition to a circular economy in the metal cutting tools industry, highlighting collaboration challenges and lifecycle management. We propose a framework that fosters designer-user collaboration, enhancing circularity and sustainability through improved lifecycle oversight and information sharing, as evidenced by our case study findings.
Keywords: Circular Economy, Design Process, New Product Development