Open and Closed Loops
A group of interrelated components designed collectively to achieve a desired goal.
A System
an arrangement of parts which interact with each other within the system's boundaries to function as a whole.
System
The desired elements and features of a product or system.
Constraints
The technology of altering, combining, and/or changing materials.
Material Technology
A new product or system.
Invention
A control system that has no means for
comparing the output with input for control purposes.
Open Loop System
Perfect example of a complex system.
Human Body
The purpose of an object.
Function
Technology or using, transmitting, or emitting heat.
Thermal Technology
An improvement of an existing product or system.
Innovation
Products or services designed for instant use.
Immediate Outputs
Is based on cumulative knowledge and belief. The validity of what we think, i.e., our mental models of the world, is largely determined by how we think.
Human Culture
The rate at which a task is completed.
Efficiency
Technology of putting mechanical parts and materials together to create supports, containers, shelters, connectors and functional shapes.
Structural Technology
The rapid widespread of something.
Diffusion
Chemicals that have accumulated over decades and now are harmful to the environment.
Delayed Output
A system whose properties are not fully explained by an understanding of its component parts.
Complex System
Involves all your senses - vision, hearing, touch, taste, and smell - and your emotions.
Asthetics
Technology of producing light; using light for information collection, storage, retrieval, process and communication; and using light to do work.
Optical Technology
A process where manufacturers compare parts, assemblies, and finished products with engineering standards.
Quality Control
A control system that uses feedback from the output to control the input.
Closed Loop System
Is vital for most everyday activities.
Electricity
What the design is supposed to do.
Criteria
Technology of using small amounts of electricity for information collecting, storing, retrieving, processing, communicating, etc.
Electronic Technology
Involves all employees, trying to prevent instead of fix mistakes, and aiming to get it right the first time.
Total Quality Management