Challenges and perspectives of mechanical engineering in industrial sustainability and infrastructure
Challenges and perspectives of mechanical engineering in industrial sustainability and infrastructure
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https://doi.org/10.51473/rcmos.v1i2.2025.2193Keywords:
Mechanical Engineering. Sustainability. Steel Industry. Reliability. Thermodynamics.Abstract
This article analyzes the intersections between mechanical engineering, the development of resilient infrastructures, and the optimization of industrial processes. The research addresses five central axes: water scarcity mitigation, circular economy applicable to metals, advanced manufacturing in the steel sector, reliability engineering, and thermodynamics of refrigeration systems. Based on a literature review and global market data updated to 2024, the study demonstrates that applying quantitative methodologies and predictive technologies is essential for sustainability. It concludes that integrating standardized mechanical design with asset management increases operational efficiency and reduces environmental impacts.
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