Review of “Theoretical Underpinnings of Functional Modeling: Preliminary Experimental Studies”
Kurfman et. al. have performed a design study where students are asked to create functional models both with and without
Review of Pahl and Beitz on Conceptual Design
Pahl and Beitz treat conceptual design as the first stage of the systematic design process [1]. This stage of design
Observations on Pahl and Beitz Design for Manufacturing Methodology
Pahl and Beitz start Engineering Design: A Systematic Approach by discussing the historical context under which systematic design was developed.
Why should I Switch to LED or Fluorescent Lights?
I'm going to brag for a second. My electricity bill was about $50.00 per month when I
Axiomatic Design Reviews for Common Circuit Boards
Axiomatic Design of FTDI Board
FTDI boards are used to accomplish level shifting of digital signals. This is especially useful
Analysis of a Comparison of Formal Methods for Evaluating the Language of Preference in Engineering Design
I. Summary of Research
Introduction and Background
In Dong and Ji’s work on engineering design language, linguistic data is
Analysis of 2-Phase Aspiration-Level and Utility Theory Approach to Large Scale Design
I. Summary of Research
Introduction and Background
In Callaghan and Lewis’s work on utility theory, the application of utility
Does Water Dowsing Work?
Everyone knows I spend a (likely unhealthy) lot of time browsing Amazon. Recently, I came across this item. It was
The Concept of Dose Toxicity
Lately, I've seen some misunderstanding regarding the concept of "dose." Our predecessors once said, "sola
The War of Currents: Alternating Current vs Direct Current
Have you ever wondered how we ended up with a 60Hz alternating current central power distribution system? Why don'
