| Author(s): |
Joshua Lubell; Nathan Hartman; Doug Cheney; |
| Title: |
MBE Standardization and Validation |
| Published: |
July 06, 2011 |
| Abstract: |
3D Model-Based Engineering (MBE) is an approach to product design, manufacturing, and support where a digital three-dimensional representation of the product serves as the normative source for information communicated throughout the product’s lifecycle and supply chain. MBE simplifies data management and provides a more powerful communication medium than 2D-based environments. Lightweight formats, offering a low-cost way for humans to view and potentially for applications to consume geometry and Product Manufacturing Information (PMI), are a critical component of MBE and enable collaboration without requiring that business partners buy expensive Computer-aided Design (CAD) systems. These formats are becoming increasingly popular and increasingly complex as their representational capabilities grow. Their value to industry is driving a push for standardization. We discuss the advent of MBE, the standards and technologies that make it possible, and the importance and challenges of product data validation. |
| Citation: |
NIST Interagency/Internal Report (NISTIR) - 7796 |
| Keywords: |
MBE; STEP; JT; PDF; PRC; visualization; CAD; PLM; PMI; 3D |
| Research Areas: |
Systems Integration |
| PDF version: |
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