scholarly journals A concept map to support the planning and evaluation of artifacts in the initial phases of PSS design

2021 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 189-223
Author(s):  
Maiara Rosa ◽  
Wei Min Wang ◽  
Rainer Stark ◽  
Henrique Rozenfeld
Keyword(s):  
Systems Engineering ◽  
Concept Maps ◽  
Concept Map ◽  
Project Managers ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Detailed Design ◽  
Model Based ◽  
Design Projects ◽  
The Creation ◽  
Early Phases

AbstractDesigning Product-Service Systems (PSS) is associated with multiple problems and challenges, usually derived from its multidisciplinarity and partially intangible nature. One particular issue is the high likelihood of ignoring the creation of relevant information regarding one or more PSS elements during the early design phases. Proceeding to later stages (e.g., detailed design) without generating the required information regarding all PSS elements and their relationships may lead to rework and lack of integration. Dealing with this problem requires adequate planning and evaluation of the artifacts (such as documents and models) created in the initial design phases. As a fundamental theoretical basis to support the creation of solutions that may help project managers dealing with this challenge, this paper presents a concept map to structure the concepts that compose artifacts resulting from the initial stages of PSS design and how those concepts interrelate. This concept map aims to structure which classes of information should be defined in the early phases of the design process before proceeding to a detailed design. The concept map was created by extracting concepts and relationships proposed in classifications, taxonomies, ontologies, meta-models, and concept maps in the PSS and servitization fields. Those documents were identified through a comprehensive systematic literature review. The resulting concept map was verified for completeness against formal documentation of two retrospective PSS design projects. The final proposed concept map is composed of 143 concepts interconnected through 278 relationships. In its current format, the concept map may be used as a checklist to support project managers in planning and evaluating early phases of PSS design based on information completeness. Researchers may also employ it to deploy ontologies, approach further knowledge and information-related challenges in PSS design, or structure PSS-related model-based systems engineering approaches. In future research, this concept map shall be deployed in a meta-model based on artifacts commonly used in PSS design, structuring a computational tool to allow and support practical application on planning and evaluating PSS design projects.

Design Issues Related to the Creation and Delivery of Asynchronous Multimedia Presentations

2003 ◽  
Vol 31 (3) ◽  
pp. 343-356
Author(s):  
Jay M. Lightfoot
Keyword(s):  
Future Research ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Design Issues ◽  
Multimedia Presentations ◽  
Detailed Design ◽  
Digital Multimedia ◽  
The Creation ◽  
Physical Layout ◽  
Main Factor

Technology has advanced to the point where it is now possible to create and distribute digital multimedia recordings of class lecture over the Internet to remote learners. More importantly, the price of this technology has decreased to the point where it is also affordable to most instructional institutions. The main factor limiting its widespread use is the knowledge required to setup and apply the technology. This article attempts to alleviate this situation by providing a detailed design for a multimedia-enabled classroom. The design includes components, physical layout, and pricing considerations. It concludes by profiling an actual implementation of the design and discussing future research plans that take advantage of the unique capabilities provided by the room.

Evidence-Centered Concept Map in Computer-Based Assessment of Critical Thinking

2020 ◽  
pp. 656-682
Author(s):  
Yigal Rosen ◽  
Maryam Mosharraf
Keyword(s):  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Concept Maps ◽  
Concept Map ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Supporting Evidence ◽  
Instructional Tools ◽  
Large Scale Assessment ◽  
Computer Based

A concept map is a graphical tool for representing knowledge structure in the form of a graph whose nodes represent concepts, while arcs between nodes correspond to interrelations between them. Using a concept map engages students in a variety of critical and complex thinking, such as evaluating, analyzing, and decision making. Although the potential use of concept maps to assess students' knowledge has been recognized, concept maps are traditionally used as instructional tools. The chapter introduces a technology-enabled three-phase Evidence-Centered Concept Map (ECCM) designed to make students' thinking visible in critical thinking assessment tasks that require students to analyze claims and supporting evidence on a topic and to draw conclusions. Directions for future research are discussed in terms of their implications to technology tools in large-scale assessment programs that target higher-order thinking skills.

scholarly journals An integrative Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and lean-based approach for development of new complex products

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 425-434
Author(s):  
Aleksander Buczacki
Keyword(s):  
New Product Development ◽  
Systems Engineering ◽  
Implementation Process ◽  
Integrative Model ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Complex Products ◽  
Model Based ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Tools And Techniques ◽  
Model Based Systems Engineering

Abstract An effective and efficient New Product Development (NPD) and implementation process is crucial for creation of competitive advantage for each company. Due to this fact, companies are more and more often looking for methods and tools for improvement of NPD processes. The paper deals with an integrated Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and lean approach to NPD. The individual stages of the NPD process are predisposed to different degrees to the use of MBSE and Lean. The research conducted shows that the use of advanced MBSE and lean tools and techniques in the development of new products is not widespread. There is a room for future research.

scholarly journals Using Mindomo to Engage Students in Higher-Order Thinking

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Brandon M. Sabourin
Keyword(s):  
Concept Mapping ◽  
Digital Technology ◽  
Concept Maps ◽  
Swot Analysis ◽  
Concept Map ◽  
Higher Order Thinking ◽  
Higher Order ◽  
Web Based ◽  
The Creation ◽  
Technology Course

Mindomo (www.mindomo.com) is a web-based tool designed to aid in the creation of digital concept maps. This article provides an overview of concept mapping and Mindomo followed by reflections on implementing Mindomo in a digital technology course for pre-service teachers. A SWOT analysis of Mindomo is presented in concept map format, with the goals being to provide information helpful to anyone considering using Mindomo and to encourage instructors to consider how concept mapping might facilitate higher-order thinking in their classes.

Evidence-Centered Concept Map in Computer-Based Assessment of Critical Thinking

2016 ◽  
pp. 502-527
Author(s):  
Yigal Rosen ◽  
Maryam Mosharraf
Keyword(s):  
Critical Thinking ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Concept Maps ◽  
Concept Map ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Supporting Evidence ◽  
Instructional Tools ◽  
Large Scale Assessment ◽  
Computer Based

A concept map is a graphical tool for representing knowledge structure in the form of a graph whose nodes represent concepts, while arcs between nodes correspond to interrelations between them. Using a concept map engages students in a variety of critical and complex thinking, such as evaluating, analyzing, and decision making. Although the potential use of concept maps to assess students' knowledge has been recognized, concept maps are traditionally used as instructional tools. The chapter introduces a technology-enabled three-phase Evidence-Centered Concept Map (ECCM) designed to make students' thinking visible in critical thinking assessment tasks that require students to analyze claims and supporting evidence on a topic and to draw conclusions. Directions for future research are discussed in terms of their implications to technology tools in large-scale assessment programs that target higher-order thinking skills.

3-D Networks for Mining Knowledge from Energy Policy Literatures

2013 ◽  
Vol 310 ◽  
pp. 572-575 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sen Po Wu ◽  
Zih Ping Ho ◽  
Jung Hui Chiu
Keyword(s):  
Energy Policy ◽  
Energy Demand ◽  
Concept Maps ◽  
Programming Model ◽  
Concept Map ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Knowledge Map ◽  
International Literature ◽  
Network Concept ◽  
Graphical Tool

Data mining is a hot research topic over the last twenty years or more. In recent decades, network graphs that have represented knowledge of a focus topic have gained increasing attention. These maps include term network, concept map, topic map or knowledge map. A concept map is one of the visualization tools to show the relationships among concepts. It is a graphical tool for organizing and representing knowledge. Global warming poses a grave threat to the world’s ecological system. Economic development has led to a huge increase in energy demand and therefore energy efficiency and saving has become a key issue for most countries. In many countries, they tried hard to find renewable and sustainable energy supplies and sources. This study tries to analyze trends of energy policy literatures from the international literature database within last three years to be visualized in 3-D concept map layouts; besides, measuring keyword relation linkages though control variables of concept maps, such as size of node, linkage, relations and dynamic figure layout, are the main contributions to academics. This research adapts an IP (integer programming) model to maximize relation linkages for each node among a term network. The more linkages, the more useful information offered for mining knowledge from a term network. The 3-D concept map was demonstrated. Future research suggests applying this approach to other research literatures from international literature databases.

Informationsqualität in der Produktentwicklung: Modellbasiertes Systems Engineering mit expliziter Berücksichtigung von Unsicherheit/Information Quality in Product Engineering: Model-Based Systems Engineering in Explicit Consideration of Uncertainty

Konstruktion ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 72 (11-12) ◽  
pp. 76-83
Author(s):  
Jens Pottebaum ◽  
Iris Gräßler
Keyword(s):  
Systems Engineering ◽  
Information Quality ◽  
Engineering Model ◽  
Model Based ◽  
Product Engineering ◽  
Explicit Consideration ◽  
Model Based Systems Engineering

Inhalt Unscharfe Anforderungen, verschiedene Lösungs-alternativen oder eingeschränkt gültige Simulationsmodelle sind Beispiele für inhärente Unsicherheit in der Produktentwicklung. Im vorliegenden Beitrag wird ein modellbasierter Ansatz vorgestellt, der das industriell etablierte Denken in Sicherheitsfaktoren um qualitative Aspekte ergänzt. Modelle der Informationsqualität helfen, die Unsicherheit von Ent- wicklungsartefakten beschreibend zu charakterisieren. Mittels semantischer Technologien wird Unsicherheit so wirklich handhabbar – nicht im Sinne einer Berechnung, sondern im Sinne einer qualitativen Interpretation. Dadurch entsteht wertvolles Wissen für die iterative Anforderungsanalyse, die Bewertung alternativer System-Architekturen oder für die Rekonfiguration von Simulationen.

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