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There are three basic principles that should guide all design work. |
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| Simplicity |
Keep It Simple for Success - KISS Principle. Cost correlates with size / mass and complexity / number of parts |
| Clarity | Is the function of the machine, product or component clear for all to see? |
| Safety |
Is the machine inherently safe? Safe for all people who will encounter it during its life? Is it reliable? |
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These are good practice recommendations that have evolved over many years of design experience. Further reading. Pahl, G. and Beitz, W. (1984) Engineering Design, Springer-Verlag. Chapter 6. |
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Design Surfer index | Created by David Radcliffe and Anders Kragelund | © University of Queensland 1999 Last updated 12 December 1999 |
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