This study focuses on investigating the integration between reverse engineering (RE) and design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA) as tools to support the conceptual design of products. From a literature review of these concepts, this research aims to examine the adequacy of a model for the integrated use of DFMA and rapid prototyping in an ER approach in the design of a new locking system for an industrial oven and recommend improvements in conceptual design of a new lock system. The research method employed was action-research since the aim was to solve a problem identified in the company, object of study, in partnership with the company team. The results of the conceptual design indicate reductions, especially in cost, time to manufacture, and assembly time. It was concluded that the integration model studied was adequate to support the design process of the locking system proposed by the ER approach.
Reverse engineering; Product development process; Conceptual design; Design for manufacturing and assembly
