Plan
What is the purpose of the planning stage in the engineering design process?
The planning stage aims to organize resources, set timelines, define tasks, and establish milestones for the project
How do you identify and generate potential solutions in the Improve phase
Brainstorming
What is the main purpose of the "Create" step?
The main purpose is to build a prototype or a working model of the chosen design solution
Where did the prototype fail or fall short of expectations during testing?
Acknowledging failures is a crucial part of the process
Did the prototype meet the target performance requirements?
Compare the prototype's test results
What key elements should be included in an engineering project plan?
Communication protocols
What questions should be asked when generating solutions?
What changes to the design would eliminate the issues identified in testing
How does the "Create" step relate to the "Plan" step?
The "Create" step involves implementing the specific plan developed in the previous phase
What is the most impactful change we can make in the next design iteration?
Teams must prioritize potential improvements
How did the users interact with the solution?
Observe and document
How do engineers estimate the time required for each task during planning?
They may use techniques like critical path analysis or parametric estimation to improve accuracy
How does a team choose the best solution from the generated ideas?
Cost-Benefit Analysis
What kind of materials are used to create a prototype?
A miniature prototype might be made of cardboard and tape
How will we measure if the next version is a true improvement?
Establishing new, measurable targets based on the previous round's data
What specific, measurable targets did the prototype meet or miss?
Speed, cost, weight, durability, or efficiency
Why is risk assessment important in the planning phase?
Risk assessment identifies potential obstacles or failures that could impact the project
What is a pilot project, and why is it important in the Improve phase?
It helps identify and address unforeseen issues, saving time and resources
What tools are typically used in the "Create" phase?
Hand tools for simple assembly
What resources (materials, time, budget) are needed for the next iteration?
Careful planning
What changes to the design would eliminate the problems we identified?
Use the feedback from testing and evaluation
What tools are commonly used for planning in engineering design?
Gantt charts for scheduling
How do you know if the implemented solution is effective?
User feedback
What are some potential challenges during the "Create" phase?
Materials or parts being different from what was anticipated
Did the testing reveal any new constraints or requirements we need to address?
New factors discovered during testing
What new information did we learn about the problem from this iteration?
Continuous learning