Sustainable Design Data Management Platform
Revolutionizing Product Innovation through Sustainable Design
In the pursuit of a greener future, our Sustainable Design Data Management Platform stands as a beacon of innovation. This cloud-based platform is meticulously designed to streamline the development of sustainable products by seamlessly gathering and providing access to a wealth of knowledge. From new product samples and materials to engineering properties, manufacturing processes, and their correlations with desired product characteristics — including vital Sustainability Parameters such as environmental footprint and recyclability — this platform sets a new standard for environmentally conscious design.
At its core, the platform boasts advanced search functionalities and a comprehensive suite of data analysis tools, serving as pivotal enablers for driving product innovation. This dynamic combination empowers designers and engineers to navigate the intricacies of creating environmentally conscious and sustainable solutions, fostering efficiency and excellence in the pursuit of a greener future.
Developed within the framework of the groundbreaking Sport Infinity project, led by Adidas and funded by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 Framework Programme for Research and Innovation, the platform played a crucial role in achieving key project objectives:
- The identification, selection, and processing of appropriate materials (virgin or recycled), enabling the achievement of semi-automated and sustainable production.
- The design and development of innovative production processes, enabling local and adhesive-free production of customizable sporting goods.
- Definition and development of an integrated design approach, based on effective knowledge management and including user-involvement in the configuration of custom products.
The Sustainable Design Data Management Platform, as part of the Sport Infinity project, has not only met but exceeded expectations. By seamlessly integrating sustainability parameters into the design process, it has facilitated the creation of sporting goods that are not only cutting-edge in design but also environmentally responsible.
Overcoming challenges in material selection, production processes, and design integration, the platform has become an instrumental tool for Adidas and its partners in the pursuit of sustainable innovation. The result is a revolution in the sports industry, where every gram of a football boot can be broken down and recycled into a 3D shapeable material for the next creator to mold into their dream product without the use of adhesives.
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