The mechanical design process /

Combines a practical overview of the design process with case material and real-life engineering insights. Conveys the flavor of design, addressing both traditional engineering topics as well as real-world issues like creative thinking, synthesis of ideas, visualization and teamwork.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Ullman, David G., 1944-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Boston, Mau : McGraw-Hill, [2003]
Edition:3rd ed.
Series:McGraw-Hill series in mechanical engineering.
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Online Access:Table of contents
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Table of Contents:
  • Why study the design process?
  • Describing mechanical design problems and process
  • Designers and design teams
  • The design process
  • Project definition and planning
  • Understanding the problem and the development of engineering specifications
  • Concept generation
  • Concept evaluation
  • The product design phase
  • Product generation
  • Product evaluation for performance and the effects of variation
  • Product evaluation for cost, manufacture, assembly, and other measures
  • Launching and supporting the product
  • Appendixes: Properties of materials most commonly used in mechanical design ; Normal probability ; The factor of safety as a design variable ; Human factors in design ; TRIZ ; Belief map masters.