unit 1
Name one step of the engineering design process
1. Define a problem
2. generate concepts
3. develop a solution
4. build, construct, and test prototype
5. evaluate solution
6. present solution
7. have fun
What two types of paper are in our engineering notebook?
orthographic and isometric
explain the meaning of significant digits
Number of digits in a figure that express the precision of a measurement.
how many pounds does a ton equal?
2000lbs
what is Mr. Amato's full name?
Edward Amato lll
What product did we have to improve for 1.4?
a water bottle
is an isometric sketch 2D or 3D?
3D
How can you use units to help you solve a problem?
Units can sometimes tell you the ratio of the what the value you have to what you're converting the unit into.
convert 1 km to a mi
1 km = 0.621 mi
Where did Mr. Amato go to school?
Oswego state university of New York
what makes an engineer an engineer regardless of the work one does?
All engineers are trying to improve and create inventions to help society.
what sketch uses tonal shading?
Isometric
Why is the metric system used instead of the U.S. customary system, and vice versa, in various parts of the world?
The metric system is universal and easier to keep up with.
what does the prefix milli mean?
0.001
how many Mr. Amato's were there before Mr. Amato
2
What factors must be considered when changing or enhancing a design?
You must consider whether the product will actually work, whether you'll need to upgrade the design's parts, cost, convenience for the consumer, and any constraints.
where do all the lines meet in a perspective sketch?
The vanishing point on the horizon line
When you look at a drawing, how do you know whether you are looking at U.S. Customary or SI measurements? Why is it important for an engineer to know this piece of information?
U.S. Customary because it uses inches feet yards, etc...
10^-15
what subjects does Mr. Amato teach?
Introduction to Engineering Design, Electronics & Robotics, Digital Electronics, Stagecraft
name all steps of the engineering design process
1. Define a problem
2. generate concepts
3. develop a solution
4. build, construct, and test prototype
5. evaluate solution
6. present solution
7. have fun
how many different views are in a glass box?
6
Why would you have to know how to convert measurements when looking at a technical drawing?
It's important to know how to convert measurements when looking at technical drawings in case if you're working with someone who isn't familiar with the measurement system you're using.
what does the prefix nano mean?
0.000000001
when is Mr.Amato's birthday?
May 9th