2.2 - Ideate (Brainstorm Solutions)
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Practice Questions
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What is ideation in engineering?
💡 Hint: Think about how creativity fits into solving problems.
Give one example of a constraint in engineering design.
💡 Hint: Consider what could limit a project.
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What is the main purpose of the ideation phase in engineering?
💡 Hint: Think of what happens before deciding on a solution.
True or False: Constraints in engineering design make it easier to create solutions.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how limitations impact your creativity.
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Design a water purification system that combines gravity-driven and UV sterilization methods. Explain how each method functions and the expected benefits.
💡 Hint: Think about how each method complements the other.
Evaluate the potential environmental impacts of using pressure-driven filtration systems powered by electric pumps compared to gravity-driven filters.
💡 Hint: Consider the sources of energy and their long-term implications.
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