Engineering Design, Planning, and Management

New. Engineering Design, Planning and Management, Second Edition represents a compilation of essential resources, methods, materials, and knowledge developed by the author and used over two decades. The book covers engineering design methodology through an interdisciplinary approach, concise discussions, and a visual format. It explores project management and creative design in the context of both established companies and entrepreneurial start-ups. Readers will discover the usefulness of the design process model through practical examples and applications from across the engineering disciplines. The book explains useful design techniques such as concept mapping and weighted decision matrices, supported with extensive graphics, flowcharts, and accompanying interactive templates. The discussions are organized around 12 chapters dealing with topics such as needs identification and specification; design concepts and embodiments; decision making; finance, budgets, purchasing, and bidding; communication, meetings, and presentations; reliability and system design; manufacturing design; and mechanical design. Methods in the book are applied to practical situations where appropriate. The book is suitable for both engineering students and technical professionals involved in technical design projects.