Status quo in system engineering - challenges and opportunities in industry

As digitalization and Industry 4.0 continue to evolve, Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) are becoming increasingly crucial as key technologies. By combining software and hardware, CPS offer a vast range of possibilities, revolutionizing the interaction between humans and machines. Linking the digital and physical worlds has the potential to transform entire industries.

The development of CPS is highly interdisciplinary and requires close collaboration between mechanical, electrical, and software engineers. This raises the question of how this complex development process is currently implemented in practice. What methods and tools are used, and what are the current challenges and problems in the development process?

The objective of this project is to gain insight into these issues, identify areas of concern, and make recommendations for improvement.

Your task:

The objective of this thesis is to provide a systematic examination and evaluation of the current status of CPS development within the industry. To this end, a comprehensive analysis of the current development process will be conducted. This includes identifying areas for improvement and developing specific recommendations for enhancing the development processes.

This thesis establishes a foundation for further development and optimization of the development processes of cyber-physical systems in industry. By identifying and analyzing current problem areas and deriving recommendations for action, you will play an active role in the successful implementation of these key technologies.

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 the development process of cyber-physical systems, we would like to hear from you. You should enjoy researching new and interesting topics and be willing to engage with the theoretical aspects of product development.

Your benefits:

• Work on an interdisciplinary topic between mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, software and industrial engineering
• Close collaboration with industry and practice partners
• The possibility of a joint scientific publication
• Intensive 1:1 coaching with a research assistant
• Optional: regular networking and exchange with students working on theses at Convide

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