Engineering design process

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What is the definition of design in the context of engineering?

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The art of creating something that does not exist.

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What is the engineering design process?

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A series of steps used to guide people as they develop new solutions, products, or processes.

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What do engineers primarily design and build to solve?

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Problems.

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Why is it important to include multiple people in the brainstorming process?

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To gather diverse ideas and perspectives, leading to more innovative solutions.

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What are the first two steps in the engineering design process after identifying a problem?

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Research and brainstorming.

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What is a prototype in the engineering design process?

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A preliminary model of a product used to test and validate design concepts.

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What is the purpose of testing a prototype?

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To evaluate its performance and identify any necessary improvements.

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What is the importance of iteration in the engineering design process?

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It allows for continuous improvement of the design based on feedback and testing results.

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What role does documentation play in the engineering design process?

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It helps track the design process, decisions made, and results of testing.

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What is the significance of brainstorming in the design process?

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It encourages creativity and the generation of a wide range of ideas.