Engineering Design Lecture Notes

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to engineering design, including processes, constraints, and objective statements as discussed in the lecture.

Design Process Steps

1. Define the problem 2. Plan the design project 3. Collect information for the design 4. Formulate design solutions 5. Analyze design solutions 6. Evaluate design solutions 7. Communicate the design.

Design Objective Statements

Concise statements that describe how to accomplish the goals of the design project and include specific design constraints.

Design Constraints

Limits or barriers within which the design must operate, such as materials, regulations, and performance specifications.

Problem Definition

Describes the problem including background, justification, goals, design objectives, and constraints.

Types of Design Constraints

Include general limits (size, area), operational limits (ergonomics), hazard analysis, economic factors, and regulatory standards.

Empathy in Design

Understanding the needs of the user to fully define the design problem.

Example of a Design Objective Statement

"Design a quick and safe electrical connector for a submersible swimming pool vacuum."

Technical Report Writing

Creating detailed outlines, developing subheadings, and incorporating high-quality graphics into report sections.

Design Tools Example

Chopsticks, demonstrating a simple tool used for various functions such as eating and grasping.

User Consideration in Design

Identifying who will use the product and tailoring the design to meet their specific needs and constraints.