The new book “Nachhaltigkeit in der Produktentwicklung” was published by Springer Vieweg on 8 July 2026. Edited by Nikola Bursac, Oliver Koch, Benjamin Schleich and Prof. Dr.-Ing. Sandro Wartzack, the volume brings together current scientific approaches, methods and tools for sustainable product development.
The book demonstrates how the environmental and social impacts of technical products can be systematically influenced through decisions made during the early stages of product development. Its topics include the circular economy, lightweight design, modularisation, tribology and life cycle assessment, as well as digital technologies such as artificial intelligence and digital twins. The book thus provides a sound foundation for the sustainable design of products and product development processes.