Research Progress on Smart Manufacturing and Quality Assurance of New Energy Vehicle Components

Against the backdrop of global climate change and the promotion of green energy transformation, the new energy vehicle (NEV) industry has experienced rapid development. The core of new energy vehicles lies in the innovation and manufacturing of their key components, which not only demands high efficiency in the production process but also emphasizes high standards for product quality. Smart manufacturing, as an innovative force in the manufacturing industry, provides optimization solutions for the production of new energy vehicle components by integrating advanced technologies such as automation, the Internet of Things (IoT), big data analysis, and artificial intelligence (AI). This paper delves into the application of smart manufacturing in the manufacturing of new energy vehicle components and studies the methods of integrating it with quality control systems to enhance production efficiency and product quality. The paper first outlines the key technologies of smart manufacturing, including automated production lines, additive manufacturing, IoT and sensor technology, as well as the application of big data analysis and AI. Subsequently, the paper discusses the theoretical foundations of quality control, including Six Sigma, Total Quality Management (TQM), and commonly used quality control tools. Based on this, the paper proposes a framework for the integration of smart manufacturing and quality control, emphasizing the seamless integration of information flow and material flow, as well as the interface design between smart manufacturing systems and quality control systems. Through case studies, the paper demonstrates the application of this integrated framework in the manufacturing of battery systems, motors, and electric control systems, revealing its significant effects on improving production efficiency, reducing costs, shortening product time to market, and ensuring product quality. The paper also discusses the technical, management, and regulatory challenges encountered in the implementation of smart manufacturing and quality control integration and proposes corresponding strategies. Finally, the paper summarizes the main findings of the research and suggests future research directions for the integration of smart manufacturing and quality control in new energy vehicle components.