Term of Award
Spring 2025
Degree Name
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Document Type and Release Option
Thesis (open access)
Copyright Statement / License for Reuse
Digital Commons@Georgia Southern License
Department
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Committee Chair
Anoop Desai
Committee Member 1
Gustavo Molina
Committee Member 2
Haijun Gong
Abstract
This research introduces a systematic time-based design for disassembly (DfD) framework aimed at optimizing product disassembly by addressing important features like liaisons between components in product, component accessibility and the overall modularity of the product. This study specifically covers electromechanical and mechatronic systems in both household and industrial setup, identifying their disassembly challenges and high value pointers for improvement. The methodology involves using a design for disassembly framework called LeanDfD in carrying out a holistic disassembly process and evaluating quantitative metrics like disassembly time and complexity and suggesting further redesign strategies to minimize disassembly time and cost. Adopting this systematic disassembly approach from this research will greatly contribute to the development of easy-maintainable, cost-effective, and industry-ready products.
Recommended Citation
Igwe, Emeka S., "Ease of Product Disassembly Through a Systematic Structured Time-Based Design for Disassembly Methodology" (2025). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 2937.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/etd/2937
Research Data and Supplementary Material
Yes
Included in
Applied Mechanics Commons, Computer-Aided Engineering and Design Commons, Industrial Engineering Commons, Industrial Technology Commons, Manufacturing Commons, Other Mechanical Engineering Commons
