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D213: COLLABORATIVE DESIGN IN DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT
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From models to impact: a human-AI approach for effective support of collaborative teams in agile product development 1Chair of Virtual Product Development, Dresden University of Technology, Germany; 2ISEM - Institute for Smart Engineering and Machine Elements, Hamburg University of Technology, Germany Agile teams often encounter obstacles in systematically identifying the underlying root causes of collaboration challenges and deriving effective countermeasures. Grounded in the Design Research Methodology, this study investigates a hybrid AI-human approach for targeted generation of problem-specific reference and impact models to enhance systematic improvement in agile product development. A structured workflow integrates AI capabilities (e.g. scaffolding, consistency) and expert knowledge (causality, context), while a three-stage review ensures methodological rigor and result reliability. Boundary objects in co-designing AI systems: a case study of supporting cross-functional collaboration 1Research Institutes of Sweden, Sweden; 2Mälardalen University, Sweden In the early design stage of AI systems, designers face the challenge of addressing interdisciplinary needs with technical feasibility. This case study presents learnings from engaging a cross-functional team in the early design of an AI Vision System to support operators in the assembly process of electrical equipment. Our approach has been to embed Human-AI guidelines into boundary objects. The findings indicate that boundary objects helped participants reach common understandings, identify needs, and develop plans to mitigate future problems during the development of the AI system. Exploring the preparation of CAD models in collaborative design sessions for mass personalised products: a case study on a custom dental abutment 1University of Zagreb Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture, Croatia; 2Neo Dens Ltd., Croatia This study investigates how clinicians and technicians describe the preparation and use of CAD models in collaborative design sessions for mass personalised products. Semi-structured interviews with ten professionals were analysed using thematic analysis. The findings revealed three themes: the input data required before modelling, the additional information that supports interaction with the CAD model, and the role-specific ways in which contributors evaluate it. These insights guided the development of an initial parametric CAD model intended to support future collaborative work. Employee-centred process analysis for VR integration in product development Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences, Germany This paper explores the adaptation needs of employees in the context of implementing virtual reality (VR) in product development. Rather than analysing the overall process, the study focuses specifically on the employee aspects, including their roles, tasks, and challenges within the workflow. Existing work-related activities were analysed and visualized to identify inefficiencies. A set of tailored assessment criteria was created to systematically evaluate various sources of waste and process-related challenges. | ||
