Multi-criteria assessment methodology for remanufacturing conventional grinding machines into CNC machine tools
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Purpose: This paper presents a multi-criteria assessment methodology to evaluate the remanufacturability of converting conventional surface grinding machines into CNC machine tools.
Methodology: Conventional surface grinding machines remanufactured into CNC machine tools were analyzed and classified into five remanufacturing alternatives. A multi-criteria assessment model incorporating cost, time, accuracy, reliability, processing shape complexity, and ergonomics was developed. The importance of criteria and performance of alternatives were weighted through machine tool remanufacturing experience analysis and comparative literature review.
Results: The Remanufacturability Index (RI) for remanufactured conventional surface grinding machines ranges from 0.637 to 0.999 based on the level of CNC upgrades from 2-axis to 5-axis configurations. Higher-axis remanufactured machines showed greater feasibility.
Theoretical Contribution: This study provides a quantitative methodology to assess the technical, economic, and environmental feasibility of remanufacturing conventional machines into CNC machine tools. It extends the application of multi-criteria decision making to the field of machine tool remanufacturing.
Practical Implications: The proposed methodology can guide small and medium-sized manufacturers in making decisions to upgrade their conventional machines to CNC through remanufacturing. It helps evaluate the benefits and risks of different upgrade configurations to support the implementation of machine tool remanufacturing in practice.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure; SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production; SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth; SDG 13: Climate Action; SDG 4: Quality Education
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