The Mechanical Design Process

This 3rd edition of The Mechanical Design Process by David Ullman covers 4 basic conclusions about mechanical design: The only way to learn about design is to do design; Designers use 3 types of knowledge- to generate ideas, to evaluate ideas and to structure the design process; The design process for quality products can be learned; and The design process should be learned in both academic and real-world environments. This edition also includes over 50 design aphorisms, info on concept generation, TRIZ and axiomatic design, team decision making, and MUCH MORE.