scholarly journals CASE STUDY IN SYSTEMATIC DESIGN ENGINEERING – WIND TUNNEL BALANCE MODEL SUPPORT

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
W Ernst Eder
Keyword(s):  
Wind Tunnel ◽  
Design Process ◽  
Design Science ◽  
Balance Model ◽  
Design Engineering ◽  
Test Models ◽  
Methodical Approach ◽  
Wind Tunnel Balance ◽  
Novel Design

Students learning design engineering at times need a good example of procedure for novel design engineering. The systematic heuristic-strategic use of a theory to guide the design process – Engineering Design Science – and the methodical design process followed in this case study is only necessary in limited situations. The full procedure should be learned, such that the student can select appropriate parts for other applications. Creativity is usually characterized by a wide search for solutions, especially those that are innovative. The search can be helped by this systematic and methodical approach. This case example is presented to show application of the recommended method, and the expected scope of the output, with emphasis on the stages of conceptualizing. The case follows a novel design problem of an auxiliary attachment to render a wind tunnel balance more versatile to accommodate several different test models.

scholarly journals CASE STUDY IN SYSTEMATIC DESIGN ENGINEERING – BOW THRUSTER COVERS

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
W Ernst Eder
Keyword(s):  
Engineering Design ◽  
Design Process ◽  
Design Science ◽  
Process Engineering ◽  
Design Engineering ◽  
Learning Design ◽  
Systematic Design ◽  
Methodical Approach ◽  
Novel Design

Students learning design engineering at times need a good example of procedure for novel design engineering. The systematic heuristic-strategic use of a theory to guide the design process – Engineering Design Science – and the methodical design process followed in this case study is only necessary in limited situations. The full procedure should be learned, such that the student can select appropriate parts for other applications. Creativity is usually characterized by a wide search for solutions, especially those that are innovative. The search can be helped by this systematic and methodical approach. This case example is presented to show application of the recommended method, and the expected scope of the output, with emphasis on the stages of conceptualizing. The case follows a novel design problem of a mechanism to open and close the bow thruster covers for the Caravan Stage Barge.

Case Study in Systematic Design Engineering: Smoke Gas Dust Precipitation

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. Ernst Eder
Keyword(s):  
Design Process ◽  
Design Science ◽  
Precipitation Process ◽  
Design Engineering ◽  
Learning Design ◽  
Systematic Design ◽  
Methodical Approach ◽  
Novel Design ◽  
Dust Precipitation

Students learning design engineering at times need a good example of procedure for novel design engineering. The systematic heuristic-strategic use of a theory to guide the design process — Engineering Design Science — and methodical design process followed in this case study is only necessary in limited situations. The full procedure should be learned, such that the student can select appropriate parts for other applications. Creativity is usually characterized by a wide search for solutions, especially those that are innovative. The search can be helped by this systematic and methodical approach. This case example is presented to show application of the recommended method, and the expected scope of the output, with emphasis on the stages of conceptualizing. The case follows a novel design problem of a smoke gas dust precipitation process and the necessary technical system, including a sub-problem of a rapper for dust removal.

Case Study in Systematic Design Engineering: Trapeze Demonstration Rig

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. Ernst Eder
Keyword(s):  
Engineering Design ◽  
Design Process ◽  
Design Science ◽  
Process Engineering ◽  
Design Engineering ◽  
Learning Design ◽  
Systematic Design ◽  
Methodical Approach ◽  
Novel Design

Students learning design engineering at times need a good example of procedure for novel design engineering. The systematic heuristic-strategic use of a theory to guide the design process — Engineering Design Science — and the methodical design process followed in this case study is only necessary in limited situations. The full procedure should be learned, such that the student can select appropriate parts for other applications. Creativity is usually characterized by a wide search for solutions, especially those that are innovative. The search can be helped by this systematic and methodical approach. This case example is presented to show application of the recommended method, and the expected scope of the output, with emphasis on the stages of conceptualizing. The case follows a novel design problem of a rig for a trapeze demonstration team to be used outdoors.

scholarly journals CASE STUDY IN SYSTEMATIC DESIGN ENGINEERING – STAGE BARGE GANGWAY

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. Ernst Eder
Keyword(s):  
Engineering Design ◽  
Design Process ◽  
Design Problem ◽  
Design Science ◽  
Process Engineering ◽  
Design Engineering ◽  
Learning Design ◽  
Systematic Design ◽  
Novel Design

Students learning design engineering at times need a good example of procedure for novel design engineering. The systematic heuristic-strategic use of a theory to guide the design process – Engineering Design Science – and the methodical design process followed in this case study is only necessary in limited situations. The full procedure should be learned, such that the studentcan select appropriate parts for other applications.This case example is presented to show application of the recommended method, and the expected scope of the output, with emphasis on the stages of conceptualizing. The case follows a novel design problem of a gangway for ship-shore transfer for the Caravan Stage Barge.

Case Study in Systematic Design Engineering: Automotive Oil Pump Redesign

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. Ernst Eder
Keyword(s):  
Engineering Design ◽  
Design Process ◽  
Design Science ◽  
Process Engineering ◽  
Design Engineering ◽  
Learning Design ◽  
Systematic Design ◽  
Oil Pump ◽  
Methodical Approach

Students learning design engineering at times need a good example of procedure for design engineering, both for novel problems and for redesign. The systematic heuristic-strategic use of a theory to guide the design process — Engineering Design Science — and the methodical design process followed in this case study is only necessary in limited situations. The full procedure should be learned, such that the student can select appropriate parts for other applications. Creativity is usually characterized by a wide search for solutions, especially those that are innovative. The search can be helped by this systematic and methodical approach. This case example is presented to show application of the recommended method for redesign, and the expected scope of the output, with emphasis on the stages of conceptualizing. The case follows a redesign problem of an automotive oil pump.

Why Systematic Design Engineering?

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. Ernst Eder
Keyword(s):  
Engineering Design ◽  
Design Science ◽  
Design Procedure ◽  
Human Action ◽  
Design Engineering ◽  
Record Keeping ◽  
Methodical Approach ◽  
Engineering Sciences ◽  
The Many ◽  
Action Modes

Design engineering is different from other more artistic forms of designing because on one hand it is more constrained by the engineering sciences, economics and other factors, but on the other hand it has more possibilities for abstract modeling in the conceptual phases. Creativity is essential, but in many cases not sufficient to explore the many possible candidate solutions. A more systematic and methodical approach can help to overcome many of the problems that arise during conceptualizing in design engineering. Use of appropriate methods to enhance the search for solutions can expand the solution field. A systematic approach based on engineering design science has been shown to enhance understanding, good record-keeping, and traceability for the design process. Several grounded theories are reviewed and brought into mutual context, they refer to memory and thinking operations, expertise, human action modes, and competencies. The discussion reveals a need for specific instructions for a methodical and systematic engineering design procedure, when the design problem is seen as non-routine, and expertise is lacking.

scholarly journals The Role of Re-Appropriation in Open Design: A Case Study on How Openness in Higher Education for Industrial Design Engineering Can Trigger Global Discussions on the Theme of Urban Gardening

2016 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Francesca Ostuzzi ◽  
Peter Conradie ◽  
Lieven De Couvreur ◽  
Jan Detand ◽  
Jelle Saldien
Keyword(s):  
Design Process ◽  
Industrial Design ◽  
Online Discussions ◽  
Local Context ◽  
Design Engineering ◽  
Open Design ◽  
Urban Gardening ◽  
Global Vision ◽  
Local Solutions

<p class="2">This case study explores the opportunities for students of Industrial Design Engineering to engage with direct and indirect stakeholders by making their design process and results into open-ended designed solutions. The reported case study involved 47 students during a two-weeks intensive course on the topic of urban gardening. Observations were collected during three distinctive phases: the co-design phase, the creation of an open design, and the sharing of these design solutions on the online platform Instructables.com.</p><p class="2">The open sharing of local solutions triggered more global discussions, based on several types of feedback: from simple questions to reference to existing works and from suggestions to critiques. Also, some examples of <em>re-appropriation</em> of the designed solutions were reported. These feedbacks show the possibilities for students to have a global vision on their local solutions, confronting them with a wider and more diverse audience.</p><p class="2">The case study shows, on the other hand, the difficulty in keeping students engaged in this <em>global</em> discussion, considering how after a few weeks the online discussions dropped to an almost complete silence. It is also very difficult with such online platforms to follow the re-appropriation cycles, losing the possibility of exploring the new local context where the replication/modification of the designed product occurred. The course’s focus on open design is interesting from both the design and educational points of view. It implies a deep change in the teaching approach and learning attitude of students, allowing unknown peers to take part in the design process and fostering a global discussion starting from unique and local solutions.</p>

scholarly journals A CASE STUDY IN SYSTEMATIC AND METHODICAL DESIGN ENGINEERING

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. Ernst Eder ◽  
Patrick J. Heffernan
Keyword(s):  
Engineering Design ◽  
Mechanical Engineering ◽  
Design Engineering ◽  
Design Specification ◽  
The Third ◽  
Oil Pump ◽  
Solution Field ◽  
Recent Developments ◽  
Novel Design

At RMC, in Mechanical Engineering, the third-year course MEE 303 ‘Principles of Engineering Design’ consists of 12 lectures and two mini-projects, one for redesign, and one for novel design. The redesign alternates between a water valve and an automotive oil pump. This case study is now up-to-date according to the most recent developments in the theoretical framework that is the basis for the systematic and methodical process. The search for solutions in this process involves creativity supported by systematic working.An automotive oil pump is to be redesigned for revised conditions. The existing oil pump originated from the 1970’s, and was used in a V-8 engine. A reconstituted set of engineering drawing was prepared. Using the recommended systematic procedure, and other appropriate methods, students were asked to perform the redesign process: to develop a design specification, to analyze the existing pump to detect organs and functions, to explore the solution field with a morphology, and to suggested an improved embodiment. The case study as presented here serves as a sample solution.

A Critical Systems Position on Augmented Prototyping Systems for Industrial Design

2007 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jouke Verlinden ◽  
Imre Horva´th
Keyword(s):  
Augmented Reality ◽  
Systems Thinking ◽  
Design Process ◽  
Industrial Design ◽  
Multiple Case Study ◽  
Critical Systems Thinking ◽  
Design Engineering ◽  
Critical Systems ◽  
Multiple Case

In order to assess usability and impact of new Augmented Reality based prototyping technologies in industrial design engineering, we are carrying out a multiple case study. We focus on shortcomings in current (physical) prototypes and bottlenecks in the design process, which might present to cues for new Augmented Prototyping technologies. However, tracking and categorizing these bottlenecks is difficult, attention has to be given on the complete scope of prototyping use and its value towards design. A method was devised to capture bottlenecks in concept uttering, based on Critical Systems Thinking; identifying functionalist, interpretive, emancipatory, postmodern views tunes the researcher’s view to uses of advanced prototyping means that have impact on the complete design process.

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