Development of specifications and requirements taking into account all loads (mechanical, thermal, medial) as well as functional and economic requirements
Development of conceptual designs for the primary load-bearing structure without detailed design of secondary areas such as joining zones (e.g. riveted joints) or functional surfaces (e.g. sealing grooves)
Systematic evaluation of design concepts considering different factors such as lightweight potential, costs, sustainability, recycling, automation etc.
Selection of preferred conceptual design