By a “framework for concurrent design” we mean three things:(1) formal ways of stating the
problems of concurrent design,(2) visualization (conceptualization) aids to help devise …

Abstract We discuss Next-Cut, a second-generation computational framework for concurrent
design and manufacturing. The Next-Cut architecture permits human and computational …

This paper describes the development of a blackboard based model for cooperative
problem-solving by human experts. The work discussed here is being done as part of the …

A software tool is presented for the design of concurrent systems. The design process, which
is supported by graphics and text, is integrated from the highest level to the generation of …

We propose a model for the concurrent engineering process based on an agent-oriented
approach. Our modelling approach captures the relationships between the attributes …

Concurrent engineering is often viewed either from a technical point of view—that is, as a
problem that can be solved by creating and integrating computer-based tools—or from an …

Concurrent Engineering has been identified by many as an approach which can lead to
improved product quality in less time at reduced cost. In this paper we go further by …

Concurrent Design (CD) involves collaboration, coordination, and information-based co-
decision making within a potentially distributed multifunctional team. This paper shows that a …

Viewing concurrent design as processes of collaboration, coordination and co-decision
making within and between cross-functional teams, we argue that an appropriate integration …

The paper focuses on the need and the underlying concepts of concurrent engineering
approach. It lays out the concurrent engineering methodology for product development. An …