Abstract
This paper describes the background to the setting up of the Cambridge Engineering Design Centre. An overview of the design research and applications programme of the Cambridge EDC is given. Four research themes are identified: functional modelling, configuration and manufacturing optimization, materials and process selection, and process interpretation and management. Application areas include aerospace systems, heavy duty vehicles and medical equipment.
| Translated title of the contribution | Methods and tools for decision making in engineering design |
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| Original language | English |
| Pages (from-to) | 429 - 446 |
| Number of pages | 17 |
| Journal | Design Studies |
| Volume | 16(4) |
| Publication status | Published - Oct 1995 |