Simulation Methods at Epiroc within Underground Rock Excavation : Simuleringsmetoder vid Epiroc inom underjordsdivisionen.

Abstract: Epiroc Underground Rock Excavation is a manufacturer of machines that operate in underground mines. The machines are complex and advanced with different functions and systems that interact with each other. Simulations provides a picture of machine design, its functions and how the real-world result would be. This method enables an iterative way of working with several different design solutions. Simulations is a crucial method for reducing cost and time-to-market. Recently, Epiroc has taken initiatives regarding development and continuous improvements within the underground division. Lack of documentation regarding what simulation methods that is used, and its purposes makes it difficult to work with development and improvements. The long-term target for Epiroc is to move the physical verification of machine systems, functions, and components to a digital environment. The mission of this project has been to collect and identify simulation methods used within the division and collect key information for future work. The information has been collected through interviews with simulation experts and the identified information is presented to get an understanding about the current state. Furthermore, waste and improvement areas has been highlighted within this thesis.