Author(s):
1. Nenad Zrnic, FME Belegrade, Serbia

Abstract:
This paper deals with the state-of-the-art of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) as a core of Life Cycle Design (LCD) of a product. Background of LCA is given, as well as some modern approaches to LCA studies. The paper focuses on the practical methods in LCA including the list of main widespread softwares and some other computer tools with the basic descriptions of their abilities. Finally, a short survey of critics of LCA methods is presented, as well as some proposals for improving the method.

Thematic field:
MECHANICS AND DESIGN

Opening paper:
Yes

Date of abstract submission:
29.12.2010.

Number of visits:
915

Conference:
11^th International Conference on Accomplishments in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

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