4.1.3 - Incompatible
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Define normal specifications in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about compatibility in constraints.
What is an example of a redundant specification?
💡 Hint: Consider two constraints that measure the same property.
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What do normal specifications ensure?
💡 Hint: Think about compatibility.
True or False: Redundant specifications always lead to incompatible designs.
💡 Hint: Consider the impact of redundancy.
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Create a design plan for a simple mechanical device with given constraints that include at least one normal, one redundant, and one incompatible specification. Justify your choices in a detailed explanation.
💡 Hint: Consider practical constraints along with their functionality.
Imagine a scenario where an engineering team must choose between two competing materials with different strength and cost constraints. How would they navigate the challenge of incompatible specifications?
💡 Hint: Think about trade-offs and the material properties.
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