Principles of Engineering

Design Process

Design Process - A systematic problem-solving strategy, with criteria and constraints, used to develop many possible solutions to solve a problem or satisfy human needs and wants and to winnow (narrow) down the possible solutions to one final choice.

Constraint - 1. A limit to a design process. Constraints may be such things as appearance, funding, space, materials, and human capabilities. 2. A limitation or restriction.

Design Brief - A written plan that identifies a problem to be solved, its criteria, and its constraints. The design brief is used to encourage thinking of all aspects of a problem before attempting a solution.

Design process - A systematic problem-solving strategy, with criteria and constraints, used to develop many possible solutions to solve a problem or satisfy human needs and wants and to winnow (narrow) down the possible solutions to one final choice.

Innovation - An improvement of an existing technological product, system, or method of doing something.

Invention - A new product, system, or process that has never existed before, created by study and experimentation.

Prototype - A full-scale working model used to test a design concept by making actual observations and necessary adjustments.

Mock-Up - A model or replica of a machine or structure for instructional or experimental purposes.

Problem Identification - The recognition of an unwelcome or harmful matter needing to be dealt with.

Target Consumer - A person or group for which product or service design efforts are intended.

Delphi Technique - Individuals contribute solution ideas independently to a central office.

Optimization - Process of making a system or design as functional or effective as possible.

Gender-Bias - A settled or prejudicial outlook towards males or females.

Racial-Bias - A settled or prejudicial outlook toward various races.

TQA - Total Quality Assurance

• Engineering Design Process

Rules for Brainstorming