Application of a Novel Model “Requirement – Object – Parameter” for Design Automation of Complex Mechanical System

This paper presents a novel approach to deal with mathematical modeling in the design process of complex machine by using the so-called “Requirement – Object – Parameter” or ROP model. This novel model allows for coordinating the related experts in order to deal with the limitation of conventional design method. Based on ROP model, for each particular product context, a priority order of technical requirements is set, and consequently a corresponding suitable design process is defined. Indeed, the proposed model played a significant role in the design process of an innovative fruit and vegetable washer. Having said that, three different configurations of the washer corresponding to particular production contexts were effectively created as design options for producers in flexible and convenient manner. Additionally, the model allows for minimizing test steps and optimizing machine quality in general. © 2020, The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG.