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6 Implementation

Dr. Tarek A. Tutunji

Philadelphia University, Jordan

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Preview
 In the previous sequence, Analysis and Design was
discussed.

 In this sequence, Implementation will be presented.

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Seven Design Steps
1. Define the Problem
2. Gather Information
3. Propose Solutions
4. Study the Solutions
5. Analyze and Design the chosen solution

6. Implement the Design

7. Evaluate Performance

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Implementation
 Construction and
manufacturing of the solution
 Work with manufacturing
engineers from the beginning
 Supply working drawings,
documentation, and plans for
manufacturing
 Specify manufacturing tools
and processing to be used
 Build Prototype
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Implement the Concept
 At this stage in the design process,
 A clear understanding of the problem has been
formulated
 The design concept has been chosen
 Drawings, schematics, flow codes, and list of materials
have been developed.

 So, next step is to implement the design concept

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Implement the Concept
 Many problems might arise when trying to implement
a design concept
 This is the normal
 The key is
 Not to be discouraged
 Learn from mistakes
 Have fun
 The result: a fully operational system that is ready to
be tested.

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Implement the Design
 The hardware should be constructed and tested to
verify the design concept and analysis

 Transform the design from paper to physical reality

 Two main techniques are available:

 Quick-and-Dirty
 Prototype

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Quick-and-Dirty
 Construction from
plastics, wood, .. etc.
 Quick and easy to build
 Relatively cheap

 Used to check clearance,

assembly technique,
manufacturing
considerations, and
appearance.
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Quick-and-Dirty: Bread Boards

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Prototype
 A prototype can be defined as a model that represents
a product or system. This model is usually used for
functionality testing and product visualization.

 Prototyping is essential in the development of

products and all industrial nations have prototyping
centers. In fact, prototyping plays a major role in the
advancement of technology.

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Prototype
 In the prototyping development cycle, initial
prototypes are built, tested, and then reworked as
necessary until an acceptable prototype is finally
achieved from which the complete system or product
can be developed.
 Three types of prototyping
 Rapid Prototyping
 Virtual Prototyping
 PCB Prototyping

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Rapid Prototyping
 Produces physical prototypes
in short time (within hours
or days rather than weeks).

 These prototypes are

frequently used to quickly
test the product's look,
dimension, and feel. Rapid
prototyping usually can
result in plastic objects.
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Virtual Prototyping
 Computer-based without the
option of a physical part or object.
 It uses virtual reality to create
product prototypes and test their
properties.
 It provides a virtual 3-D prototype
that can be manipulated from all
views and angles.
 The computer program can then
test many aspects of the product
such as vibration, forces, materials
and weight.
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PCB Prototyping
 The production of a functional
Printed Circuit Board (PCB).
The product can then be
tested for its functionality and
reliability

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CAD / CAM
 Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
 A designer starts with an idea of a new product and uses the CAD
software to create a preliminary design.
 The preliminary design can also be analyzed for functionality as the
design is being created.
 Modifications and reanalyzes of the computer model can be done
 Computer-Aided manufacturing (CAM)
 Used to drive appropriate machinery to physically create the part.
 The entire design cycle is shortened
 Engineers can go from design to prototype in a matter of days,
instead of weeks or months

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CAD / CAM

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Prototypes

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Prototyping Advantages
 Provides the proof of concept
 Shows the users how the final system would look like
 Reduces development costs
 Increases system development speed and quality
 Assists to identify any problems with early designs
 Refines the potential risks associated with the product
delivery

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Additional tasks
 Assess progress and discuss quality, safety, and
technical concerns

 Integrate changes from design reviews

 Verify the requirements, connections, and interfaces

 Coordinate with staff to ensure proper fabrication and

installation
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Conclusion
 The 6th step in the design process, Implementation,
was presented

 The implementation can be a quick-and-dirty or a

prototype

 Prototypes are divided into three types

 Rapid
 Virtual
 PCB
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