ABSTRACT: This paper introduces a method for developing a knowledge graph aimed to enhance collaboration and information management in virtual product development. The proposed methodology integrates data from diverse sources, including CAD models and geometry, requirements and user-related data to construct a knowledge graph that enhances the retrieval and organization of information. Use-cases, such as information retrieval, tracking changes, and user-issue management, are explored to illustrate the potential of the knowledge graph. The paper details the steps of building the knowledge graph, from defining the ontology to implementing the graph using a structured data format. The structured method presented demonstrates significant potential to enhance collaboration and support the virtual development process, potentially leading to reduced development times and costs.
Lehmacher et al. (Fri,) studied this question.