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Modular design aims to subdivide a complex product into smaller parts (modules) that are easily used interchangeably. Examples of modularly designed items are vehicles, computers, and high-rise buildings. Modular design is an attempt at getting both the gains of standardization (high volume normally equals low manufacturing costs) and the gains of customization. The concept of modularity can provide the necessary foundation for organizations to design products that can respond rapidly to market needs and allow the changes in product design to happen in a cost-effective manner. Modularity can be applied to the design processes to build modular products and modular manufacturing processes.
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Salhieh, S.M., Kamrani, A.K. (2008). Modular Design. In: Kamrani, A.K., Nasr, E.S.A. (eds) Collaborative Engineering. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-47321-5_10
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