Unit 1: Quiz Questions

The system of developing conceptual ideas into actual working objects based on prescribed principles is referred to as _____________________.

• design

• methodology

• engineering

• analysis

Because they identify a problem and figure out the best way to solve it, engineers are _________________________.

• submitters

• problem-solvers

• environmentalists

• constrainers

Design problems are essentially open-ended, meaning they have ________________________.

• only one answer

• specific properties

• a precise solution

• more than one correct solution

An analysis problem is characteristically solved with _______________________.

• several possibilities

• only one answer

• an opinion rather than fact

• no math

The engineering design process requires a step-by-step methodology.

• True

• False

Another characteristic of the design process is that you will _____________________________ as the solution evolves.

• always be satisfied

• never repeat a step

• settle on the first concept

• continually refine the design

Solving a design problem is an evolutionary process, and the solution is subject to unforeseen complications and changes as it develops.

• True

• False

The engineering design process never requires backtracking and repetition.

• True

• False

The following statement is an example of which step when solving a design problem? "The drone frame must be no larger than 18"x18"x12" and must have the capability of lifting a 3-lb. payload."

• Defining the Problem

• Identifying Criteria and Constraints

• Brainstorming Multiple Solutions

• Refining and Analyzing Ideas

The following statement is an example of which step when solving a design problem? "I want to build a drone frame that will maintain maximum stability in 20mph winds."

• Defining the Problem

• Identifying Criteria and Constraints

• Brainstorming Multiple Solutions

• Refining and Analyzing Ideas