AI does not replace systems engineering: it shifts the work
In this video interview, Prof. Dr. Thomas Meenken explains how Artificial Intelligence is transforming Systems Engineering.
What do you think of SysML? Survey with 343 answers
SysML v2 has recently overcome another hurdle. The final version was recently accepted by the OMG. More on this shortly. But in keeping with this, today I would like to present the results of a survey on SysML. This was carried out by INCOSE and was answered by 343 participants. The results give a good overview of the perception...
Systems Engineering: Central norms and standards
There are a few standards you can't avoid in systems engineering, such as ISO 15288. Here are other related standards.
Find and summarize relevant documents with AI
Even if the specifications are manageable, an ever-increasing mountain of relevant documents is piling up next to them. On the one hand, there are standards that need to be taken into account, and on the other hand, there are the applicable documents. These can quickly amount to hundreds or even thousands of pages of text. Experts familiarize themselves with the relevant documents over many years and...
Do we need standards for product line engineering - and if so, how many?
This guest article by Dr. Danilo Beuche deals with the topic of product line engineering, another complexity driver in systems engineering. Some readers may be surprised to learn that there is not just one, but several standards on this topic. Dr. Beuche explains below whether this makes sense.
How to deal with standards and norms?
Standards play an important role in product development. This is particularly the case when it comes to functional safety. But even without safety aspects, standards must be complied with, which is required by the client or legislator depending on the system and industry. The increasing complexity in systems engineering also has very specific effects on the use of...
What's new in SysML 1.6?
Anyone involved with MBSE will be familiar with SysML. Version 1.6 was released in December, bringing a few useful new features.
What are the benefits of SysML v2? Interview with Uwe Kaufmann
Anyone involved in systems engineering, MBSE and SysML in Germany is sure to have come across Uwe Kaufmann (➜LinkedIn). Uwe is actively involved in the Society for Systems Engineering (GfSE). In particular, he heads the PLM4MBSE working group and the "SysML Industrialization" project group. Today's interview is about SysML v2, which has already been...
Why compliance is becoming increasingly important - and increasingly difficult
Compliance, i.e. adherence to guidelines, is an important topic in systems engineering. This is usually required where systems can potentially cause major damage. Compliance has always been important and is well established in many industries, such as aerospace, rail and automotive. However, more and more systems that can cause damage are...
Forcing open interfaces? Two examples
The Federal Ministry of Health (BGM) has called for open interfaces in medicine - both for software and hardware, such as pacemakers. This is not the first time that openness has been demanded by decree. Another example is the European Train Control System (ETCS), which enables the cross-border movement of high-speed trains. The advantages and disadvantages of...
What is a block in SysML? Why is it important?
This is not about just any block, but specifically about the "Block" model element of SysML. This is the most important structuring element of SysML. At first glance, a block appears banal - visually, it is a simple box. But even when we work conceptually on the whiteboard, we often start with boxes and lines. Why...
The 6 problems with standardized interfaces
Standardized interfaces can be a blessing for systems engineers, as they offer many advantages. They allow the purchase of ready-made components, for example a monitor that is connected via an HDMI interface. New technologies can be easily integrated, for example LED technology instead of LCDs. In the event of a problem, the component can be quickly replaced and the defective component...
