The Engineering Process

The video explains the engineering process, a series of steps engineers use to solve problems. It begins with defining the problem, followed by conducting research, developing a solution, building a prototype, and evaluating the solution. Examples include Alexander Graham Bell's telephone, Alfred Nobel's dynamite, and Willis Carrier's air conditioning. The process emphasizes the importance of experimentation and learning from failure to improve solutions.

What is the first step in the engineering process?

• Conducting research

• Defining the problem

• Building a prototype

• Evaluating solutions

Which historical figure is known for inventing the telephone?

• Thomas Edison

• Nikola Tesla

• Alexander Graham Bell

• Alfred Nobel

What was Alfred Nobel's contribution to engineering?

• Inventing the telephone

• Designing air conditioning

• Developing dynamite

• Creating the Eiffel Tower

What is a prototype used for in the engineering process?

• To market the product

• To test the design

• To finalize the design

• To evaluate the solution

Why is testing a prototype considered crucial?

• It helps in identifying design flaws

• It ensures the product is market-ready

• It reduces production costs

• It speeds up the development process

What does the evaluation step in the engineering process involve?

• Conducting market research

• Building a new prototype

• Sketching the design

• Questioning the effectiveness of the solution

Which inventor is associated with the development of modern air conditioning?

• Gustave Eiffel

• Alexander Graham Bell

• Willis Carrier

• Alfred Nobel