Engineering Design Process Flashcard English 8/7

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What is the engineering design process?

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A series of steps that engineers follow to come up with a solution to a problem.

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What is the first step in the engineering design process?

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Identify the problem that needs to be solved.

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What does the 'Imagine' step involve?

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Brainstorming and coming up with creative ideas to solve the problem.

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What is a prototype?

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A working model of a solution that is built to test and evaluate ideas.

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What should you do if your prototype fails to solve the problem?

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You should improve the prototype based on the feedback and testing results.

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Why is it important to communicate during the engineering design process?

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To share and improve ideas with others, ensuring better solutions.

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What is the purpose of the 'Plan' step?

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To draw and label your design, choose materials, and prepare for building.

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What does 'testing' mean in the engineering design process?

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Evaluating the prototype to see if it works as intended.

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What is the importance of the 'Improve' step?

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To make necessary changes to the prototype based on testing results.

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What does 'Evaluate' mean in the context of engineering design?

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Assessing the effectiveness of the prototype and determining if it meets the requirements.