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Conceiving Design Solutions
Published in Bahram Nassersharif, Engineering Capstone Design, 2022
Engineering analysis consists of applying scientific principles (chemistry, physics, biology) and mathematics and statistics to model, calculate, and predict the design’s performance under varying assumptions and values for state parameters. Analysis methods range significantly in sophistication and detail. Preliminary analysis of design concepts is typically performed with simple models. Sometimes this hand calculation and schematics analysis technique is known as “back of the envelope” calculations. Such analysis methods are covered in the engineering science courses or discipline-dependent engineering courses and professional electives, as “example” problems or homework assignments. Typically, the hand calculations are also performed for a snapshot or steady-state system.
Imaging System Components
Published in Harry E. Martz, Clint M. Logan, Daniel J. Schneberk, Peter J. Shull, X-Ray Imaging, 2016
Harry E. Martz, Clint M. Logan, Daniel J. Schneberk, Peter J. Shull
A variety of 3D rendering software packages exist for displaying CT volumetric data. These packages enable complete control of transfer functions for determining the opacity of different materials and components in the 3D volume. Further, most 3D data viewing and analysis packages include a variety of browsing tools for displaying slices from different orientations in the CT volume. Packages differ on the type of operations provided for obtaining dimensional measurements. This is partly due to the large number of different types of measurements possible from 3D volume measurements of contours, measurements from a particular 3D surface, etc. Further, a number of extensions to these software packages exist for specialized segmentation, stereolithography (STL) file generation, and generation of input data to finite-element method (FEM) and finite-element analysis (FEA) packages. STL is a file format native to the stereolithography CAD software created by 3D systems. FEM is a numerical technique for finding approximate solutions to boundary value problems for partial differential equations. It is best understood from its practical application, known as FEA. FEA is a computational tool for performing engineering analysis. It includes the use of mesh generation techniques for dividing a complex problem into small elements, as well as the use of software program coded with FEM algorithm.
Engineering product design and development
Published in Riadh Habash, Green Engineering, 2017
Analysis is the core of being an engineer; it is what differentiates an engineer from others. Engineering analysis helps in making evaluations and guides the design process. A design project without analysis is like a sports team without a coach! So what is engineering analysis? Basically, it is the breaking down of an object, system, or problem, into its fundamental parts to understand their relationships to each other and to outside elements. Figure 9.15 describes engineering analysis as the integration of mathematical modeling and computer simulation guided by engineering problems under considerations.
Evaluating engineering thinking in undergraduate engineering and liberal arts students
Published in European Journal of Engineering Education, 2019
Sarah Bell, Andrew Chilvers, Liz Jones, Nicole Badstuber
In 2012, University College London instigated a new liberal arts undergraduate programme, the Bachelor of Arts and Sciences (BASc). This is unique in the United Kingdom where undergraduate degrees are specialised and students have limited opportunities for interdisciplinary learning. Engineering Thinking is a first-year option available to all students on the BASc. The module provides an introduction to engineering as a profession and practice, emphasising engineering as a distinct system of knowledge of particular importance to modern society. The learning outcomes for the module are: Use engineering analysis to design an appropriate solution to a problem.Integrate engineering standards, practical know-how and scientific knowledge in implementing an engineering project.Describe the role of engineering in modern society.