1 Department of Mechanical Engineering, Government Polytechnic, Harihara- 577601, Karnataka, India.
2 Department of Mechanical Engineering, Government Polytechnic, Harapanahalli-583131, Karnataka, India.
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2019, 04(02), 179-186
Received on 02 December 2019; revised on 15 December 2019; accepted on 22 December 2019
The integration of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodologies into early-stage mechanical design processes represents a critical paradigm shift toward sustainable engineering practices. This research examines the challenges, opportunities, and methodological frameworks for incorporating environmental impact assessment during the conceptual and preliminary design phases of mechanical systems. Through systematic analysis of existing approaches and development of integrated decision-making frameworks, this study demonstrates how LCA integration can significantly influence material selection, design optimization, and overall product sustainability without compromising functional performance. The findings reveal that early-stage LCA integration can reduce environmental impacts by 60-80% compared to traditional end-of-pipe approaches while maintaining cost-effectiveness and design flexibility.
Life Cycle Assessment; Mechanical Design; Sustainable Engineering; Early-Stage Design; Environmental Impact; Assessment Industrial
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Dayananda K N, Narayana K Jannu and Sreedhara C J. Life cycle assessment integration in early-stage mechanical design decision making. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2019, 4(2), 179-186. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2019.4.2.0146