Engineering Design Process

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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 a constraint in engineering design?

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A limitation or restriction on the design process, such as time, budget, or materials.

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What is a criterion in engineering design?

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A standard or principle by which something is judged or decided.

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What is the role of a chemical engineer?

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To design processes for producing, transforming, and using chemicals, including fuels.

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What does it mean to optimize a design?

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To make the design as effective or functional as possible, often by testing and refining.

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What is a prototype?

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An early sample or model of a product used to test a concept or process.

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Why is testing important in the engineering design process?

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To evaluate how well a design works and to identify any necessary improvements.

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What is the purpose of analyzing data in engineering?

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To make informed decisions based on the results of tests and experiments.

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What is the main job of engineers?

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To solve problems by applying scientific and mathematical principles.

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What is brainstorming in the context of engineering design?

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A creative process where multiple ideas are generated to solve a problem.