Methods and tools for developing mechatronic systems and the integration of all involved domains. Usage of simulation of mechatronic systems during the development process using virtual prototypes. Virtual model and structure for mechatronic products, conceptual studies in the early stage,event simulation and integration of controls, simulation of dynamics und kinematics,virtual initial operation.

The lecture elaborates on the innovation process, its sub processes and methodological procedures: moderation technique, scenario technique, innovation strategy, quality function deployment QFD, Failure Mode and Effect Analysis FMEA, conjoint analysis, product plattforms, creativitymethods, evaluation and decision methods.

The students will learn methods and tools on how to approach problems of product structuring and configuration. Based on typical questions the students get the understanding for the topic and the interrelations between the single aspects in enterprises. The lecture imparts the theoretical knowledge to be applied and discussed in cases closed to the industrial practice.