Complexity Metrics In Engineering Design

Author : Matthias Kreimeyer,Udo Lindemann
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 403 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2011-07-16
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783642209635

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Complexity Metrics in Engineering Design by Matthias Kreimeyer,Udo Lindemann Pdf

This book presents the results of several years’ research work on how to characterize complexity in engineering design with a specific regard to dependency modeling. The 52 complexity metrics that are presented show different facets of how complexity takes shape in design processes. The metrics are supported by a modeling method and a measurement framework to employ the metrics in a goal-oriented manner. The detailed description of all involved metrics and models makes it possible to apply the analysis approach to common process modeling methodologies. Three case studies from automotive process management illustrate the application to facilitate the transfer to other cases in an industrial context. The comprehensive appendix supplies additional details and checklists for structural analysis to generate a complete overview of current means of structural analysis.

Author : John. S Gero
Publisher : Springer
Page : 704 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2016-12-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319449890

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Design Computing and Cognition '16 by John. S Gero Pdf

This book gathers the peer-reviewed and revised versions of papers from the Seventh International Conference on Design Computing and Cognition (DCC'16), held at Northwestern University, Evanston (Chicago), USA, from 27–29 June 2016. The material presented here reflects cutting-edge design research with a focus on artificial intelligence, cognitive science and computational theories. The papers are grouped under the following nine headings, describing advances in theory and applications alike and demonstrating the depth and breadth of design computing and design cognition: Design Creativity; Design Cognition - Design Approaches; Design Support; Design Grammars; Design Cognition - Design Behaviors; Design Processes; Design Synthesis; Design Activity and Design Knowledge. The book will be of particular interest to researchers, developers and users of advanced computation in design across all disciplines, and to all readers who need to gain a better understanding of designing.

Author : Philip Cash,Tino Stanković,Mario Štorga
Publisher : Springer
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2016-05-17
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319337814

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Experimental Design Research by Philip Cash,Tino Stanković,Mario Štorga Pdf

This book presents a new, multidisciplinary perspective on and paradigm for integrative experimental design research. It addresses various perspectives on methods, analysis and overall research approach, and how they can be synthesized to advance understanding of design. It explores the foundations of experimental approaches and their utility in this domain, and brings together analytical approaches to promote an integrated understanding. The book also investigates where these approaches lead to and how they link design research more fully with other disciplines (e.g. psychology, cognition, sociology, computer science, management). Above all, the book emphasizes the integrative nature of design research in terms of the methods, theories, and units of study—from the individual to the organizational level. Although this approach offers many advantages, it has inherently led to a situation in current research practice where methods are diverging and integration between individual, team and organizational understanding is becoming increasingly tenuous, calling for a multidisciplinary and transdiscipinary perspective. Experimental design research thus offers a powerful tool and platform for resolving these challenges. Providing an invaluable resource for the design research community, this book paves the way for the next generation of researchers in the field by bridging methods and methodology. As such, it will especially benefit postgraduate students and researchers in design research, as well as engineering designers.

Author : Franz-Josef Kahlen,Shannon Flumerfelt,Anabela Alves
Publisher : Springer
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2016-08-16
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783319387567

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Transdisciplinary Perspectives on Complex Systems by Franz-Josef Kahlen,Shannon Flumerfelt,Anabela Alves Pdf

This book presents an internationally comprehensive perspective into the field of complex systems. It explores the challenges of and approaches to complexity from a broad range of disciplines, including big data, health care, medicine, mathematics, mechanical and systems engineering, air traffic control and finance. The book’s interdisciplinary character allows readers to identify transferable and mutually exclusive lessons learned among these disciplines and beyond. As such, it is well suited to the transfer of applications and methodologies between ostensibly incompatible disciplines. This book provides fresh perspectives on comparable issues of complexity from the top minds on systems thinking.

Author : Dr. R. J. Mitchell
Publisher : IET
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0863411711

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Managing Complexity in Software Engineering by Dr. R. J. Mitchell Pdf

This book covers complex software engineering projects, new paradigms for system development, object-orientated design and formal methods, project management and automation perspectives.

Author : Atila Ertas
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 832 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2018-08-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781119474753

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Transdisciplinary Engineering Design Process by Atila Ertas Pdf

A groundbreaking text book that presents a collaborative approach to design methods that tap into a range of disciplines In recent years, the number of complex problems to be solved by engineers has multiplied exponentially. Transdisciplinary Engineering Design Process outlines a collaborative approach to the engineering design process that includes input from planners, economists, politicians, physicists, biologists, domain experts, and others that represent a wide variety of disciplines. As the author explains, by including other disciplines to have a voice, the process goes beyond traditional interdisciplinary design to a more productive and creative transdisciplinary process. The transdisciplinary approach to engineering outlined leads to greater innovation through a collaboration of transdis­ciplinary knowledge, reaching beyond the borders of their own subject area to conduct “useful” research that benefits society. The author—a noted expert in the field—argues that by adopting transdisciplinary research to solving complex, large-scale engineering problems it produces more innovative and improved results. This important guide: Takes a holistic approach to solving complex engineering design challenges Includes a wealth of topics such as modeling and simulation, optimization, reliability, statistical decisions, ethics and project management Contains a description of a complex transdisciplinary design process that is clear and logical Offers an overview of the key trends in modern design engineering Integrates transdisciplinary knowledge and tools to prepare students for the future of jobs Written for members of the academy as well as industry leaders,Transdisciplinary Engineering Design Process is an essential resource that offers a new perspective on the design process that invites in a wide variety of collaborative partners.

Author : Lem O. Ejiogu
Publisher : QED Information Sciences
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Computers
ISBN : UOM:39015021887693

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Software Engineering with Formal Metrics by Lem O. Ejiogu Pdf

Author : Martin Törngren,Didem Gürdür Broo,Elena Fersman,Harold (Bud) Lawson,Vincent Aravantinos
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2021-02-16
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783039430208

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Challenges and Directions Forward for Dealing with the Complexity of Future Smart Cyber–Physical Systems by Martin Törngren,Didem Gürdür Broo,Elena Fersman,Harold (Bud) Lawson,Vincent Aravantinos Pdf

A key aspect of cyber-physical systems (CPS) is their potential for integrating information technologies with embedded control systems and physical systems to form new or improved functionalities. CPS thus draws upon advances in many areas. This positioning provides unprecedented opportunities for innovation, both within and across existing domains. However, at the same time, it is commonly understood that we are already stretching the limits of existing methodologies. In embarking towards CPS with such unprecedented capabilities, it becomes essential to improve our understanding of CPS complexity and how we can deal with it. Complexity has many facets, including complexity of the CPS itself, of the environments in which the CPS acts, and in terms of the organizations and supporting tools that develop, operate, and maintain CPS. This book is a result of a journal Special Issue, with the objective of providing a forum for researchers and practitioners to exchange their latest achievements and to identify critical issues, challenges, opportunities, and future directions for how to deal with the complexity of future CPS. The contributions include 10 papers on the following topics: (I) Systems and Societal Aspects Related to CPS and Their Complexity; (II) Model-Based Development Methods for CPS; (III) CPS Resource Management and Evolving Computing Platforms; and (IV) Architectures for CPS.

Author : Michael Abramovici,Rainer Stark
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 1011 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2013-03-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783642308178

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Smart Product Engineering by Michael Abramovici,Rainer Stark Pdf

The collection of papers in this book comprises the proceedings of the 23rd CIRP Design Conference held between March 11th and March 13th 2013 at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum in Germany. The event was organized in cooperation with the German Academic Society for Product Development – WiGeP. The focus of the conference was on »Smart Product Engineering«, covering two major aspects of modern product creation: the development of intelligent (“smart”) products as well as the new (“smart”) approach of engineering, explicitly taking into account consistent systems integration. Throughout the 97 papers contained in these proceedings, a range of topics are covered, amongst them the different facets and aspects of what makes a product or an engineering solution “smart”. In addition, the conference papers investigate new ways of engineering for production planning and collaboration towards Smart Product Engineering. The publications provide a solid insight into the pressing issues of modern digital product creation facing increasing challenges in a rapidly changing industrial environment. They also give implicit advice how a “smart” product or engineering solution (processes, methods and tools) needs to be designed and implemented in order to become successful.

Author : Jay Alan Moody
Publisher : Prentice Hall
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Computers
ISBN : UOM:39015040662515

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Metrics and Case Studies for Evaluating Engineering Designs by Jay Alan Moody Pdf

Metrics and Case Studies for Evaluating Engineering Designs considers four principal metrics for system design: . Design Difficulty - Some projects do not immediately reveal their complexity. Taking some time to assess the true intricacy of each situation at the outset allows you to plan appropriately from the beginning. Required Resources - An accurate understanding of the materials and personnel needed to fulfill your goals is another keystone of good planning. Systems Engineering Efficacy - As projects get more sophisticated, the impact of systems structure becomes more and more important for success. Developmental Environment - Both technology and organizational politics affect the progress of any project. Knowing your environment allows you to identify risks before they endanger your project. Metrics and Case Studies for Evaluating Engineering Designs applies these metrics to 30 real-life case studies. Drawn from the authors' experience in industry and teaching, each case illustrates one or more of the essentials in action. Moving from simple to complex systems, the book shows how readers can apply these theories to develop individual metrics tailored to their own organizations. This common-sense approach does not require readers to understand complicated mathematics or statistical models. The authors' straightforward style makes this book ideal reading for executives in business and government who need to evaluate complex programs without having a heavy technical background. Students in all engineering disciplines can also benefit from this practical, inventive guide.

Author : Anja Maier,Josef Oehmen,Pieter E. Vermaas
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 1040 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2022-07-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030811594

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Handbook of Engineering Systems Design by Anja Maier,Josef Oehmen,Pieter E. Vermaas Pdf

This handbook charts the new engineering paradigm of engineering systems. It brings together contributions from leading thinkers in the field and discusses the design, management and enabling policy of engineering systems. It contains explorations of core themes including technical and (socio-) organisational complexity, human behaviour and uncertainty. The text includes chapters on the education of future engineers, the way in which interventions can be designed, and presents a look to the future. This book follows the emergence of engineering systems, a new engineering paradigm that will help solve truly global challenges. This global approach is characterised by complex sociotechnical systems that are now co-dependent and highly integrated both functionally and technically as well as by a realisation that we all share the same: climate, natural resources, a highly integrated economical system and a responsibility for global sustainability goals. The new paradigm and approach requires the (re)designing of engineering systems that take into account the shifting dynamics of human behaviour, the influence of global stakeholders, and the need for system integration. The text is a reference point for scholars, engineers and policy leaders who are interested in broadening their current perspective on engineering systems design and in devising interventions to help shape societal futures.

Author : David C. Wynn,P. John Clarkson
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 365 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2023-11-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783031381683

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The Design and Development Process by David C. Wynn,P. John Clarkson Pdf

This book explores a process perspective on design and development, grounded in research in design studies, engineering design and systems design. The design and development process is important---it creates all artificial products and systems and determines how well they address human needs. The process perspective set out in this book has value for design and development practice and education, and is in its own right a fascinating topic of investigation. This book expands on the foundations of a process perspective and discusses its realisation in many process models, theories and approaches that have been developed over the years. The chapters provide connected overviews of key concepts and introduce new conceptual frameworks to clarify relationships between the contributions discussed. Practical considerations and competencies required to realise the tangible benefits of a process perspective are also discussed. A unique aspect of this book is that it brings together many perspectives on the design and development process: those that focus on individual design activity through to those that focus on large-scale development projects; those of research interest and those of practical interest; and those of relevance to design contexts ranging from human-centered design to engineering design and systems design. The chapter bibliographies collect carefully-selected recommendations for further reading on each topic discussed. The book additionally contains many figures presented in colour, visually reflecting each topic's relationship to the new organising frameworks that are introduced.

Author : Randall Shumaker,Lackey Stephanie
Publisher : Springer
Page : 497 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2014-06-06
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783319074641

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Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality: Applications of Virtual and Augmented Reality by Randall Shumaker,Lackey Stephanie Pdf

The two-volume set LNCS 8525-8526 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality, VAMR 2014, held as part of the 16th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction, HCI 2014, in Heraklion, Crete, Greece, in June 2014, jointly with 13 other thematically similar conferences. The total of 1476 papers and 220 posters presented at the HCII 2014 conferences were carefully reviewed and selected from 4766 submissions. These papers address the latest research and development efforts and highlight the human aspects of design and use of computing systems. The papers thoroughly cover the entire field of human-computer interaction, addressing major advances in knowledge and effective use of computers in a variety of application areas. The total of 82 contributions included in the VAMR proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected for inclusion in this two-volume set. The 43 papers included in this volume are organized in the following topical sections: VAMR in education and cultural heritage; games and entertainment; medical, health and rehabilitation applications; industrial, safety and military applications.

Author : Tamir Shahin
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 806 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2002-08-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1860583725

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Computer-Based Design by Tamir Shahin Pdf

A collection of papers from a conference held at Kings College, London. Computer-based Design focuses on all areas of design using computational methods and examines how all these individual tools can be integrated to produce a coherent design process. This volume also covers areas of manual design methods and modelling that are vital to the continuing development and evolution of the computer-aided design process. TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE Product design and modelling Design process Decision-making models Computer-assisted design systems Computer-assisted conceptual design Computer-assisted detailed design Computer assisted design for manufacture Design knowledge manipulation Engineering change Engineering design issues Fuzzy design Computer-aided design Industrial applications of design Advanced design applications Computational fluid dynamics Computer-based Design provides an excellent opportunity for an update on the latest techniques and developments from concept to advanced application in the design arena.

Author : Xin-She Yang,R Simon Sherratt,Nilanjan Dey,Amit Joshi
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 666 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2020-10-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811558566

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Proceedings of Fifth International Congress on Information and Communication Technology by Xin-She Yang,R Simon Sherratt,Nilanjan Dey,Amit Joshi Pdf

This book gathers selected high-quality research papers presented at the Fifth International Congress on Information and Communication Technology, held at Brunel University, London, on February 20–21, 2020. It discusses emerging topics pertaining to information and communication technology (ICT) for managerial applications, e-governance, e-agriculture, e-education and computing technologies, the Internet of Things (IoT) and e-mining. Written by respected experts and researchers working on ICT, the book offers a valuable asset for young researchers involved in advanced studies.