He has been instrumental in driving digital transformation within Aptiv’s manufacturing operations and his work aligns seamlessly with the Zero Defects Manufacturing (ZDM) paradigm, focusing on real-time defect prevention, data-driven quality improvement, and the automation of production processes.
 
At the upcoming 4ZDM Cluster event in Brussels on the 26^th of March, Fabbro will represent the OpenZDM project on the morning’s industry panel. Open ZDM is a collaborative initiative aimed at advancing intelligent, defect-free manufacturing.
 
Fabbro will speak on the use of machine learning to enhance a product’s quality and how AI-powered aesthetic defect detection in EV Battery Modules is being applied to revolutionise quality control in electric vehicle (EV) battery module production.
 
As electrification accelerates, ensuring the highest quality standards in EV manufacturing is paramount. Fabbro will showcase how AI-powered defect detection systems are transforming battery tray production. Leveraging machine learning and computer vision techniques, these systems enable real-time quality assessment, proactively preventing defects and optimising process reliability. The pilot being run by the project demonstrates the tangible benefits of AI-enhanced predictive maintenance, reducing waste, minimising rework, and contributing to a more sustainable manufacturing ecosystem.
 
Fabbro’s insights into the implementation of AI for zero-defect production will highlight the challenge and lessons learned from applying these solutions in real-world manufacturing environments.
 
Join us in Brussels on the 26^th of March to explore how OpenZDMis shaping the future of defect-free, high-performance battery systems for EVs