The term “fourth industrial revolution” is gaining wider acceptance as a useful term to refer to a ground-breaking process that will change the way we think about products, services, and engineering design itself. Keep reading to learn more about this fascinating topic and get a glimpse into the exciting tools that engineering designers will have…
Although it may seem hard to believe, one of the most common questions about engineering design (at least according to the internet) is “Why is engineering design important?” There are at least two reasons why engineering design is a driving force of the world as we know it. It Offers an Effective Framework for Problem-Solving…
Engineering design is an exciting field with applications that encompass almost every aspect of our lives. And yet, questions abound about this discipline. Today we answer three of the most common. What Is Engineering Design? This term refers to the organized development and testing (through the use of creativity as well as mathematical and scientific…
From bridges and products we use every day, engineering design is everywhere. However, not everyone knows what an engineering designer does. Let’s take a closer look at this important role. What Does an Engineering Designer Do? Sometimes called “design engineers”, or simply “engineers”, engineering designers develop, test, and improve manufacturing processes and products. As a…
The engineering design process is so comprehensive and versatile that some people wonder what are the differences between engineering design and the scientific method. The truth is that while both concepts are extremely useful, there are important differences between them. What Is the Scientific Method? Let’s begin by defining what the scientific method is. The…
One of the most common questions we get is “How is engineering design different from other types of design?” Asking this question makes sense, since both “design” and “engineering” are wide concepts with many different applications, so it’s essential to understand the difference between some disciplines that are related but are by no means the…
When it comes to project management, Gantt charts are the gold standard. Project managers all over the world use this visual insrument to keep track of tasks performed against time. Read on to learn more about how these graphics help all kinds of projects stay on track. What Are Gantt Charts? A Gantt chart is…
In the first part of our basic glossary of engineering design, we explored some terms essential to navigate this exciting discipline. Today we bring you the second part of this selection of useful terms. Proof of Concept Also known as proof of principle, this is a rough model made to test if an idea is…
As fascinating as it is, engineering design can prove difficult to understand without a good grasp of some basic concepts. The following are some terms you will come across often as you explore this vast and compelling discipline. Blueprint A technical drawing that shows in detail how to build or develop something. This term, that…
You may be familiar with the acronym PSEP without really knowing what those four letters stand for. PSEP stands for Pipeline Safety Enhancement Plan. This is an implementation plan established in 2014 by Southern California Gas (SoCalGas) to promote the continued safety of gas transmission pipelines. The basic goal of the plan is testing and…