DM Lesson 1 Vocab

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The extent to which a measurement agrees with the standard value.

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accuracy

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A note of explanation, dimension, or comment added to text, diagrams, or models.

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annotation

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Limit or restriction in design process, e.g., appearance, funding, space, materials, human capabilities.

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constraint

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Rules or requirements a design must follow.

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criteria

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A tool for ranking options using criteria.

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decision matrix

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A systematic problem-solving strategy designers use to find solutions.

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design process

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A sketch where an object's parallel edges are drawn with parallel lines, usually at 30 degrees to the horizontal, showing three sides simultaneously without vanishing points.

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isometric sketch

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A model to test a design concept through observations and adjustments.

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prototype

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Method to represent 3D object views by projecting visible faces on a 2D plane.

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orthographic sketch

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A pictorial drawing using vanishing points for depth and distortion.

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perspective sketch