Identifying Controlling Features of Engineering Design Iteration

Robert P. Smith, Steven D. Eppinger

ISBN 10: 133226459X / ISBN 13: 9781332264599

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate world of engineering design, a process often characterized by its complexity and the need for numerous iterations. Drawing on the powerful Design Structure Matrix (DSM) method, the author develops a novel analytical framework known as the Work Transformation Model (WTM). This groundbreaking model allows for the prediction of both slow and rapid iteration within a design project, helping to pinpoint those features most likely to require extensive revisions. The book's exploration of design iteration is rooted in a rich history of research on design processes, building upon the work of scholars such as Alexander and Pahl and Beitz. The author further emphasizes the significance of understanding design iterations by analyzing the complex development process of automotive brake systems. By applying the WTM to real-world examples, the author demonstrates how this powerful model can identify 'controlling features' within a design problem, those aspects that demand the most attention and resources. The insights presented in this book provide invaluable tools for engineering managers, enabling them to allocate resources strategically and optimize development cycles. By pinpointing the critical areas requiring iteration, the author empowers managers to make informed decisions that reduce design time and maximize project efficiency. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Identifying Controlling Features of Engineering Design Iteration
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 133226459X
• ISBN 13: 9781332264599
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • General Engineering

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Excerpt from Identifying Controlling Features of Engineering Design Iteration<br><br><br><br>About the Publisher<br><br>Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.<br><br>This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.<BR>The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

About the Author

Steven D. Eppinger is Professor of Management Science and Innovation at MIT Sloan School. He holds the General Motors Leader for Global Operations Chair and has a joint appointment in MIT's Engineering Systems Division. He is Codirector of MIT's System Design and Management Program.