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What is the purpose of testing and evaluating models in the engineering design process?
What is the purpose of testing and evaluating models in the engineering design process?
A mock-up is a model that performs exactly like the final solution.
A mock-up is a model that performs exactly like the final solution.
False (B)
What three aspects are involved in refining a design?
What three aspects are involved in refining a design?
Function, economic, and ethical
The last step in the Engineering Design Process is __________ results.
The last step in the Engineering Design Process is __________ results.
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Match the following steps of the Engineering Design Process with their descriptions:
Match the following steps of the Engineering Design Process with their descriptions:
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What is the primary purpose of generating ideas in the engineering design process?
What is the primary purpose of generating ideas in the engineering design process?
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Identifying criteria and specifying constraints are unimportant steps in the engineering design process.
Identifying criteria and specifying constraints are unimportant steps in the engineering design process.
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What is a prototype?
What is a prototype?
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After brainstorming, designers must conduct ______ to determine if a solution to the problem already exists.
After brainstorming, designers must conduct ______ to determine if a solution to the problem already exists.
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Match the steps of the engineering design process with their descriptions:
Match the steps of the engineering design process with their descriptions:
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Which step involves creating smaller models before investing in a larger item?
Which step involves creating smaller models before investing in a larger item?
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The selection of an approach does not need to be documented.
The selection of an approach does not need to be documented.
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What are criteria in the engineering design process?
What are criteria in the engineering design process?
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What is the primary goal of the Engineering Design Process?
What is the primary goal of the Engineering Design Process?
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The Engineering Design Process is a linear method.
The Engineering Design Process is a linear method.
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What is the first step in the Engineering Design Process?
What is the first step in the Engineering Design Process?
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In a brainstorming session, participants generate ideas without considering ______.
In a brainstorming session, participants generate ideas without considering ______.
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Which of the following is NOT a step in the Engineering Design Process?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the Engineering Design Process?
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The scientific method is iterative in nature.
The scientific method is iterative in nature.
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Why might a designer need to investigate to define a problem?
Why might a designer need to investigate to define a problem?
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Mock-up
Mock-up
A model that looks like the final solution, but does not actually function like it.
Testing and Evaluating
Testing and Evaluating
Models or prototypes are tested to see how well they meet the design requirements and to identify areas that need improvement.
Refining and Creating the Design
Refining and Creating the Design
The design is refined based on test results, focusing on functionality, cost, and safety.
Production and Market Release
Production and Market Release
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Communicating Results
Communicating Results
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Engineering Design Process (EDP)
Engineering Design Process (EDP)
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Scientific Method
Scientific Method
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Defining a Problem
Defining a Problem
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Brainstorming
Brainstorming
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Generating Ideas
Generating Ideas
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Test and Evaluate
Test and Evaluate
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Refine the Design
Refine the Design
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Communicate Results
Communicate Results
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Research Ideas and Explore Possibilities
Research Ideas and Explore Possibilities
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What are Criteria?
What are Criteria?
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What are Constraints?
What are Constraints?
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Measuring Possibilities Against Criteria and Constraints
Measuring Possibilities Against Criteria and Constraints
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Consider Alternative Solutions
Consider Alternative Solutions
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Selecting an Approach
Selecting an Approach
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What is a Design Proposal?
What is a Design Proposal?
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What are Models Used For?
What are Models Used For?
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Study Notes
Engineering Design Process (EDP) Overview
- Engineering Design Process (EDP) is a systematic, iterative problem-solving methodology to create solutions that meet human needs and desires.
The Scientific Method
- The Scientific Method is a linear method for investigation, involving experiments to test hypotheses.
- Key Steps: Question, Hypothesis, Experiment, Data, Analyze, Report.
Engineering Design
- Engineering Design Process is a systematic, iterative method for creating solutions to meet human needs and wants.
- Steps in the cyclical process are shown via a diagram.
Steps of the Engineering Design Process
- 1. Defining a Problem: Clearly outlining the human need or want to be solved. This may require investigation if poorly defined. An example is a company facing financial losses that needs a designer to determine the cause.
- 2. Brainstorming: Generating ideas without limitations regarding the design. This can be done individually or in groups.
- 3. Generating Ideas: Designers let their imagination run free, building on suggestions from the brainstorming session.
- 4. Research Ideas and Explore Possibilities: Conducting research to determine if existing solutions or adaptations to existing solutions can solve the problem. Research may include mathematical and scientific information.
- 5. Identifying Criteria and Specifying Constraints: Establishing guidelines (criteria) and limitations (constraints) for the design.
- 6. Consider Alternative Solutions: Evaluating alternative methods to determine efficacy or simplicity/cost-efficiency.
- 7. Selecting an Approach: Choosing the solution after analyzing all possibilities that meets the established criteria and constraints. A documented selection process can be important in case the solution needs revisiting.
- 8. Developing a Written Design Proposal: Creating a written plan that details the design and required resources (sketches, drawings, models, instructions).
- 9. Making a Model or Prototype: Creating reduced-size versions, mathematical models, or 3D graphic models of the solution, without large investment; this makes testing possible. Prototypes perform exactly as the intended final solution. Mock-ups physically resemble the final solution visually but do not function as intended.
- 10. Testing and Evaluating: Testing models/prototypes to ensure effectiveness and efficacy against established criteria. Data collection from testing helps refine the design process.
- 11. Refining and Creating the Design: Improving the design based on testing and evaluation results. This might include improvement of function, appearance, market appeal or safety features. Target market should be determined. Designer and Engineers collaborate for an effective and timely production. Mass production follows this step.
- 12. Communicating Results: Sharing design process results (journals, design portfolios, drawings, sketches, or schematics) to foster innovation and allow others to learn from similar problems.
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This quiz explores the Engineering Design Process (EDP) and the Scientific Method, highlighting their key steps and importance in problem-solving. Understand the iterative nature of design and how systematic investigation aids in meeting human needs and wants. Test your knowledge on the essential steps and concepts.