Design and Prioritization of Development Strategies in Sustainable Materials Engineering through the Regnier's Abacus

Raúl José Martelo Gómez; Rafael Julio Madrid García; David Antonio Franco Borré

doi:10.63278/mme.v30i1.1248

Authors

Raúl José Martelo Gómez Tenured Research Professor, Systems Engineering Program, Universidad de Cartagena, Colombia
Rafael Julio Madrid García Tenured Professor, Civil Engineering program, Universidad de Cartagena, Colombia
David Antonio Franco Borré Tenured Research Professor, Systems Engineering Program, Universidad de Cartagena. Cartagena, Colombia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63278/mme.v30i1.1248

Keywords:

industrial sustainability, sustainable regulations, circular manufacturing, optimization technologies, Regnier's Abacus.

Abstract

Sustainability in manufacturing has positioned itself as a new innovation-oriented priority with the capacity to transform the way of doing business by implementing strategies that minimize environmental impact and promote efficiency in the use of resources. However, its implementation faces significant technical, regulatory, and ethical barriers that must be addressed comprehensively. This research approaches the state of sustainable strategies in manufacturing through an exhaustive review of the scientific and technical literature along with semi-structured interviews with experts in sustainability, manufacturing, regulations, and technology and, in addition, through the use of the Regnier's Abacus.

The results revealed the importance of implementing sustainable regulations and the use of circular production systems, as well as the need to prioritize training/teaching in sustainability and the use of innovative technologies. The study also highlighted the importance of having valuable and practical information to guide responsible industrial decision-making, although it also makes clear that more studies are needed on these topics to develop clearer regulations and ethical positions that serve as a guide in the implementation of development strategies in the field of sustainable materials engineering.

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