MSENGR-EET-3: Students will explain the engineering design process

 

MSENGR-EET-3: Students will explain the engineering design process

 

Written by Sony Gala

1. Define the Problem2. Define the criteria3. Research the Problem4. Brainstorm5. Analysis6. Development & testing7. Make the decision8. Communicate9. Implement10. Assess

DefinitionAn organized and orderly process

which is used to develop a solution to a problem or need

1. Define the Problem – define the problem using two to three sentences.

2. State the criteria– ask questions about specifications and restrictions on design, materials, time, appearance, etc. Take notes, make a list and refer to this information through out the process. Determine the constraints and specificiations.

3. Research the problem – group discussions, surveys, internet research, library, reverse engineer a product. Gather as much information about the problem and share the findings with your group.

4. Brainstorm – the team will name all possible solutions to the design problem. You should not spend more than 20 minutes brainstorming.

5. Analysis – each solution named in the brainstorming session is critiqued, and the pros and cons of each solution is named. The team narrows down the solutions to three to five workable solutions.

6. Development & testing – the team will make three to five prototypes. Each prototype will be tested

7. Make the decision – the solution that mathematically best meets the needs of the company is chosen

8. Communicate – The chosen solution will be communicated with other members of the company

9. Implement - Create a production plan

10. Assess – the product is evaluated and adjustments are made as necessary.

ConstraintA statement of restrictions which

details items which cannot be used when creating a product

Production Planis the planning of production and

manufacturing to produce a product. It defines how to use the resources of a plant and company

PrototypeA full-size working model of the final product.

SolutionThe answer to a problem

SpecificationsThe guidelines or requirements of a design

which must be used in the final product.