15 Questions
What is an example of the synergistic effects mentioned in the text?
Two design components causing problems when combined
What was the impact of Ford's tire recall program on the company?
Severely affecting the company's profits
What was the outcome of Ford's redesign of the Explorer?
Helped eliminate the problem with rollovers
What impact did the Hyatt Regency Kansas City walkways collapse have on hotel design?
It led to the popularity of designing upscale hotels with large atriums
What was the consequence of negative publicity for Firestone?
Came close to filing for bankruptcy
What is an example of a synergistic effect mentioned in the text?
Two parts of a design that work well alone but cause problems when put together
What was the outcome of Ford's tire recall program?
The incidence of tire failures and rollovers on Ford Explorers seemed to have diminished
How did Ford's tire recall program impact the company?
It severely affected the company's profits
What led to negative publicity for Firestone?
The negative impact of Ford's tire recall program
What became popular in the 1970s, leading to a specific design trend?
Designing upscale hotels with large atriums
What was a significant factor contributing to the accidents mentioned in the text?
Economic constraints and competitive time constraints on engineers
What action did McDonnell Douglas take following the near disaster in 1972?
Agreed with the FAA to modify the cargo-door latching system
What was the discrepancy found in the maintenance records for the Turkish Airlines plane sent to McDonnell Douglas’s plant in California in July of 1972?
Three inspectors stamped the maintenance records to signify completion of door modifications, but the work had not been done
What was the design culture at McDonnell Douglas, as mentioned in the text?
Conservative and not expecting innovation
What was the collective corporate responsibility for the accidents according to the text?
Some responsibility due to economic and time constraints
Test your knowledge of engineering accidents and synergistic effects with this quiz. Explore how the combination of design elements can lead to unexpected problems and learn why engineers must consider synergistic effects when creating and testing designs.
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