scholarly journals A design assessment tool for layout planning in residential care for dementia

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Martin Quirke ◽  
Michael Ostwald ◽  
Richard Fleming ◽  
Mark Taylor ◽  
Anthony Williams
Keyword(s):  
Residential Care ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Layout Planning ◽  
Design Assessment

Design Innovation Incorporating Additive Manufacturing: Creation and Assessment of a Design Tool

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark Menefee ◽  
Mahesh Pokharel ◽  
Brian Kaplun ◽  
Daniel Jensen ◽  
Christopher Yakacki ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Additive Manufacturing ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Deep Understanding ◽  
Design Tool ◽  
Space Applications ◽  
Design Assessment ◽  
Design Processes ◽  
Design Heuristics ◽  
Design Engineers ◽  
Design Innovation

Abstract Additive Manufacturing (AM) offers design engineers new and advanced manufacturing processes to consider when developing new products or redesigning and evolving current products. AM includes 3D printing processes to quickly produce complex parts and prototypes, that were previously uneconomical or impossible to fabricate. Engineers and organizations have an increasing need to incorporate AM as part of product development; however, design heuristics, design methodologies, and design tools to support AM are nascent and only recently emerging. To enhance Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM), this research seeks to develop an accessible, computer-based design assistant that will aid designers in incorporating AM into their design processes. The design assistant implements a distinctive and user-centered Design Innovation (DI) process, set of methods, and set of principles based on a 4D design framework. This 4D framework encompasses the UK Design Council’s double diamond model and includes the phases of Discover, Define, Develop, and Deliver. The Discover phase entails user studies and a deep understanding and empathy for the user. The Define phase considers the reframing of design opportunities based on derived insights from the modeling users’ interactions. The Develop phase uses a variety of methods to create a large quantity of innovative ideas and concepts, and the Deliver phase implements a set of methods to prototype, test, pitch, and ultimately produce deliverables for a market or community. We demonstrate the design assistant tool for AM through the development of high-end bracket design for space applications. The design considers the Selective Laser Melting (SLM) process for productions and incorporated topology optimization approaches. This demonstrative case study shows how the tool includes design heuristics and approaches for each of the 4-Ds that assist designers in implementing AM capabilities as part of repeatable design processes. Assessment of the tool is carried out through systematic assessments performed by practicing design engineers that have knowledge of AM. Initial results show that the design assessment tool is very helpful when designers consider using AM and also in helping them use AM in effective and efficient manners.

Towards Multidisciplinary Turbine Blade Tolerance Design Assessment Using Adjoint Methods

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexander Liefke ◽  
Peter Jaksch ◽  
Sebastian Schmitz ◽  
Vincent Marciniak ◽  
Uwe Janoske ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Low Cycle Fatigue ◽  
Turbine Blades ◽  
Computational Cost ◽  
Life Time ◽  
Test Case ◽  
Evaluation Tool ◽  
Design Assessment ◽  
Tool Chain ◽  
Relative Errors

Abstract This paper shows how to use discrete CFD and FEM adjoint surface sensitivities to derive objective-based tolerances for turbine blades, instead of relying on geometric tolerances. For this purpose a multidisciplinary adjoint evaluation tool chain is introduced to quantify the effect of real manufacturing imperfections on aerodynamic efficiency and probabilistic low cycle fatigue life time. Before the adjoint method is applied, a numerical validation of the CFD and FEM adjoint gradients is performed using 102 heavy duty turbine vane scans. The results show that the relative error for adjoint CFD gradients is below 0.5%, while the FEM life time gradient relative errors are below 5%. The adjoint assessment tool chain further reduces the computational cost by around 85% for the investigated test case compared to non-linear methods. Through the application of the presented tool chain, the definition of specified objective-based tolerances becomes available as a design assessment tool and allows to improve overall turbine efficiency and the accuracy of life time prediction.

scholarly journals Predicting falls in residential care by a risk assessment tool, staff judgement, and history of falls

2003 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-59 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lillemor Lundin-Olsson ◽  
Jane Jensen ◽  
Lars Nyberg ◽  
Yngve Gustafson
Keyword(s):  
Risk Assessment ◽  
Residential Care ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Risk Assessment Tool ◽  
History Of

scholarly journals Using Best Practices In Online Discussion And Assessment To Enhance Collaborative Learning

2008 ◽  
Vol 4 (10) ◽  
pp. 21-40 ◽  
Author(s):  
Debra L. Fleming
Keyword(s):  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Online Discussion ◽  
Online Discussions ◽  
Effective Practices ◽  
Online Assessment ◽  
Time On Task ◽  
Design Assessment ◽  
Course Content

The primary purpose of this exploratory study is to provide insight on how to use online discussions to foster collaborative learning and how to design assessment processes to evaluate the effectiveness of those discussions. This study focuses on the pedagogical role of discussion, effective practices in discussion, guidelines for creating discussions to enhance learning, and the use of rubrics for assessment and evaluation. This study also provides an overview of the pedagogy of online assessment with an emphasis on mastery learning instructional methods. Effective practices in the use of online assessment and guidelines for aligning learning objectives with the most appropriate assessment tool are also emphasized. This study concludes that using best practices in online discussion and assessment can enhance collaborative learning which results in students having a deeper understanding of course content because of more time on task, increased motivation, more engagement, improved teamwork and interpersonal skills, enhanced critical thinking abilities, improved self-esteem and increased ownership of their own learning.

scholarly journals Framework for Refurbishment - Enhancing Social Spaces, Thermal Comfort and Seismic Performance in the Refurbishment of Modernist Social Housing.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Sarah Pells
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Comfort ◽  
Seismic Performance ◽  
Social Housing ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Social Space ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Design Tool ◽  
Social Spaces ◽  
Design Assessment ◽  
Housing Developments

<p><b>Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ) has a stock of social housing developments built between 1940-1980, requiring substantial refurbishment to meet current thermal comfort and seismic performance requirements. Additionally, these developments often lack social spaces that are inadequate to changing societal circumstances. Consequently, there is a desire to demolish rather than refurbish. The situation will be exacerbated by the new Healthy Homes Standards (Tenancy Services, 2020) to be introduced 1st July 2023. The new standard will require social housing providers to ensure dwellings can be heated to a minimum of 18°C. There are exemplar social housing refurbishments in NZ, but there is a lack of systematic assessment to inform and increase uptake of refurbishment as a development option. </b></p> <p>This research proposes a systematic framework for the refurbishment of modernist social housing developments in NZ, whereby enhancement of social space, thermal comfort and seismic performance are combined. This framework will facilitate application of maximum building performance and liveability standards, which can be generated with minimal intervention.</p> <p>The research comprises six stages: a literature review, a case study analysis (refurbished and non-refurbished social housing projects) leading to a comparative matrix, a design assessment tool, testing of the design tool in a non-refurbished project (Arlington Flats). The literature is analysed to determine the quality and importance of social spaces, thermal comfort, and seismic performance in social housing, as well as best practice design principles to enhance them. Five refurbished social housing case studies (international and NZ) are evaluated, to determine what design strategies led to their success. In addition, six non-refurbished case study projects are analysed to form a comparative matrix to synthesise common topics and problems. Aspects analysed range from urban and dwelling typology, social spaces and structure to construction and building envelope details. The matrix captures areas of similarities and weaknesses and establishes areas of focus to enhance social space, thermal comfort, and seismic performance to be achieved most efficiently. Based on the findings, a design tool is established. The tool is a set of best practice design principles and strategies, represented in a table for designers and stakeholders to use. The tool demonstrates how to best achieve enhancement of social space, thermal comfort, and seismic performance within each identified area of focus. The design tool is utilised to inform design decision making in one of the analysed non-refurbished case studies, namely Arlington Flats. A detailed design is generated for Arlington’s George Porter Tower using the design assessment tool. </p> <p>The research can inform decisions around refurbishment of existing social housing. An increase in the uptake and quality of refurbishments, will contribute to preserving built heritage, increase resident’s health and safety, and reduce resource and energy footprints of housing in NZ.</p>

scholarly journals Functional Characteristics of the Assessment Tool System in the Context of Modular Educational Programs Implementation

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (6) ◽  
pp. 83-91
Author(s):  
E. I. Sakharchuk ◽  
E. A. Baykina
Keyword(s):  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Educational Programs ◽  
Academic Community ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Assessment Tools ◽  
Modular Organization ◽  
Modular Architecture ◽  
Functional Characteristics ◽  
Design Assessment ◽  
Goals And Objectives

The modular organization of the educational process assumes the existence of a system of assessment tools that provides multidimensional assessment of the process of competencies development among students at different stages of training. However, at present, the design of assessment tools represents the most problematic area for the academic community, since the scientific foundations of this process remain insufficiently explored. The purpose of our research is to study the functional characteristics of the assessment tools system in the structure of a competency-based educational program of modular architecture. To achieve this goal, the following methods were used: a) a theoretical analysis of the pedagogical literature and normative documents on the topic, b) an analysis of existing practices in the development of a system of assessment tools, c) a generalization of the progressive practice of using pedagogical design, assessment and diagnostic procedures of modular architecture by teams of reputable universities. A change in the approach to designing the university’s control and evaluation activities entails changes in the functional characteristics of its elements. The content of the functions of the assessment tools system is predetermined by the purpose, goals and objectives assigned to the system. Changing the goals and objectives of the assessment procedures entails a qualitative change in functions, which demonstrates the presence of a systemic relationship between these elements and determines the significance of the functions. The results obtained during the study can be used by university teachers as a guide when designing their own model of the assessment tools system in the context of the transition to the modular construction of educational programs, which, in general, initiates changes in the field of control and assessment.

Design Assessment Tool

1991 ◽  
pp. 73-79
Author(s):  
Daniel M. Nichols ◽  
Sumitra Reddy
Keyword(s):  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Design Assessment

scholarly journals Framework for Refurbishment - Enhancing Social Spaces, Thermal Comfort and Seismic Performance in the Refurbishment of Modernist Social Housing.

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Sarah Pells
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Comfort ◽  
Seismic Performance ◽  
Social Housing ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Social Space ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Design Tool ◽  
Social Spaces ◽  
Design Assessment ◽  
Housing Developments

<p><b>Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ) has a stock of social housing developments built between 1940-1980, requiring substantial refurbishment to meet current thermal comfort and seismic performance requirements. Additionally, these developments often lack social spaces that are inadequate to changing societal circumstances. Consequently, there is a desire to demolish rather than refurbish. The situation will be exacerbated by the new Healthy Homes Standards (Tenancy Services, 2020) to be introduced 1st July 2023. The new standard will require social housing providers to ensure dwellings can be heated to a minimum of 18°C. There are exemplar social housing refurbishments in NZ, but there is a lack of systematic assessment to inform and increase uptake of refurbishment as a development option. </b></p> <p>This research proposes a systematic framework for the refurbishment of modernist social housing developments in NZ, whereby enhancement of social space, thermal comfort and seismic performance are combined. This framework will facilitate application of maximum building performance and liveability standards, which can be generated with minimal intervention.</p> <p>The research comprises six stages: a literature review, a case study analysis (refurbished and non-refurbished social housing projects) leading to a comparative matrix, a design assessment tool, testing of the design tool in a non-refurbished project (Arlington Flats). The literature is analysed to determine the quality and importance of social spaces, thermal comfort, and seismic performance in social housing, as well as best practice design principles to enhance them. Five refurbished social housing case studies (international and NZ) are evaluated, to determine what design strategies led to their success. In addition, six non-refurbished case study projects are analysed to form a comparative matrix to synthesise common topics and problems. Aspects analysed range from urban and dwelling typology, social spaces and structure to construction and building envelope details. The matrix captures areas of similarities and weaknesses and establishes areas of focus to enhance social space, thermal comfort, and seismic performance to be achieved most efficiently. Based on the findings, a design tool is established. The tool is a set of best practice design principles and strategies, represented in a table for designers and stakeholders to use. The tool demonstrates how to best achieve enhancement of social space, thermal comfort, and seismic performance within each identified area of focus. The design tool is utilised to inform design decision making in one of the analysed non-refurbished case studies, namely Arlington Flats. A detailed design is generated for Arlington’s George Porter Tower using the design assessment tool. </p> <p>The research can inform decisions around refurbishment of existing social housing. An increase in the uptake and quality of refurbishments, will contribute to preserving built heritage, increase resident’s health and safety, and reduce resource and energy footprints of housing in NZ.</p>

Design Assessment Tool

1991 ◽  
pp. 73-79 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel M. Nichols ◽  
Sumitra Reddy
Keyword(s):  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Design Assessment
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