Robots perform various assembly tasks on a mass-production line for vehicles : imageBROKER/Almy

After completer chapitre 8, you should answer these questions:

1. What are the major stages of a mechanical design process?

2. Discuss the importance of innovation in the design process.

3. What are the categories of system requirements that design engineers
   must consider when they start a design process?

4. To what extent should detailed decisions be made early in the design
   process regarding dimensions, materials, and other factors?

5. Discuss some of the interpersonal and communication issues that arise
   when engineers work together in a cross-disciplinary team on a design
   project that has global impact.

6. Explain how simplicity, iteration, and documentation play significant
   roles in a design process.

7. What are the major classes of manufacturing processes?

8. Give examples of hardware produced by casting, rolling, forging,
   extrusion, and machining.

9. Explain how a bandsaw, drill press, and milling machine are used.

10. What is rapid prototyping technology, and when could the technology
    best be used?

11. What are some differences between design and utility patents?

12. How long is a recently issued utility patent valid in your country?