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Method

A distinguishing feature of the Demcon working method is the combination of a structured, proven project approach and a high level of analytical capacity, creativity and pragmatism. Demcon has all the necessary disciplines in-house to offer total solutions. Through the integration of disciplines and a strong focus on manageability, it is able to make complex projects successful. With a typical Demcon project, the feasibility is not self-evident. Before the development phase begins, such projects therefore start with (applied) research.

1. Functional specifications/system concept/technical specifications
  • Developing the definition of the problem, together with the client.
  • Translating the functional requirements (what) into technical requirements (how) and a system concept.
  • Dividing the system concept into hardware and software working packages.
  • Dividing the hardware into a mechanical and an electrical working package.
  • Providing each working package with the accompanying technical requirements and conditions on the basis of the system concept.
2. Hardware concept/software system architecture
  • Selecting construction principles for parts of the mechanical concept.
  • Setting up the mechanical model, general dimensioning of the parts and, where necessary, performing concept calculations, analyses, simulations and tests.
  • Setting up the electrical block diagram and selecting the principles and main components.
  • Selecting a programming method for the software working package.
  • Setting up the system architecture and defining the modules, inputs and outputs.
  • Drafting the Concept Design Description (CDD) document.
3. Engineering/module design
  • Modelling the mechanical model in 3D CAD.
  • Determining the electrical layout down to the component level.
  • Producing the software module design (algorithms).
4.  Technical Product Documentation/module implementation
  • Developing the documentation for each working package, consisting of the Technical Product Documentation (TPD) and the Technical Construction Documentation (TCD).
  • Implementing the software modules (code).
  • If necessary, producing the first draft of the user manual.
Assemblage_klein5. Part manufacturing/hardware assembly/module testing and integration
  • Manufacturing or procuring all parts.
  • Assembling the different mechanical, electrical and electronic modules of the system.
  • Testing the integrated software modules.
6. Systeem integration
  • Combining the hardware and software and optimising the parameters in the operational and servo regulations.
FEI_klein7. Testing & de-bugging
  • Performing functional tests in order to verify the specified requirements regarding e.g. accuracies, motion scopes, speeds and safety provisions.

Depending on the client’s needs (proof of principle, prototype/system, pre-production or pre-production), this V model is therefore followed once, twice or three times, with a broader scope on each occasion. From proof of principle via prototype to pre-production; the proven formula for a sound project approach.

About Demcon

Demcon is a high-end technology supplier of products and systems. In a world in which technology increasingly plays a role in solving contemporary social issues, Demcon supports clients with a wide range of competencies. As a system supplier, Demcon can meet the entire needs of its clients, from initial idea and concept, to prototyping, industrialization and (series) production. In addition, Demcon develops its own products and, through an innovation program, investments are made in both start-ups and established companies. Demcon is certified for ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016.