Cross-generational CPS development - Identification of key areas of action

The development of cyber-physical systems (CPS) requires close cooperation between mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and software engineering—across multiple system generations. The aim of this work is to identify key areas of action that enable the successful transfer of knowledge, models, and components between system generations. The results should provide research and industry with concrete starting points for making development processes more resilient, efficient, and future-proof.

Your task:

In your work, you will develop a structured set of areas of action based on literature and practical findings. Possible work packages (adaptable):

• Systematic literature research on challenges and solutions in cross-generational CPS development
• Classification and structuring of identified topics (e.g., knowledge transfer, model consistency, interface management, update/compatibility strategies)
• Empirical validation: Conducting expert interviews, workshops, or a survey with industry and research partners
• Derivation of concrete recommendations and (prioritized) fields of action for research and practice

Potential methods could be: Literature review, qualitative and/or quantitative empirical research (interviews, workshops, survey), structuring analysis, and synthesis.

Am I suitable for this?

If you have an interest in technology (e.g., mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, computer science, industrial engineering, etc.) and are interested in new topics such as AI, you fit the profile perfectly! You should enjoy researching new and interesting topics and be willing to delve into the theory of product development.

Your benefits:

• Work on a highly relevant topic with practical relevance
• The possibility of a joint scientific publication
• Willingness to familiarize yourself with various specialist areas
• Intensive 1:1 coaching with a research assistant

Still have questions or interested? Then please send an e-mail to lars.gesmann∂kit.edu.