3.Product, Service and Process Development

Question 1

Explain the various design criteria that should be followed in developing a product.

Answer 1

• tool capability
• materials availability
• work safety
• product flow

Question 2

Name the factors that must be considered in the design for manufacturability of a product.

Answer 2

Environmental impact lifecycle analysis, disposal, service ease, reusability, maintenance.

Question 3

State the criteria used to evaluate design alternatives in developing new products and processes.

Answer 3

Criteria include cost, feasibility, life expectancy, environmental impact, marketability, and alternative uses.

Question 4

What are the design analysis tools used to conduct feasibility assessments to determine their benefits in a product and process development?

Answer 4

Tools like computer simulation of the process, process flow simulations, and cost analysis programs are used to assess the feasibility and benefits of product and process development.

Question 5

What is your understanding of lean manufacturing? State the objectives of lean manufacturing?

Answer 5

It’s an approach focused on eliminating all waste in the manufacturing process, aiming for efficiency, throughput, profitability, and customer satisfaction, with objectives including reduction of cycle times, zero inventory, and process time reduction.

Question 6

In the context of product design, explain the concepts of sequential design vs. simultaneous integrated design.

Answer 6

Sequential design is a step-by-step process, whereas simultaneous integrated design involves multiple disciplines working together in parallel, shortening the design process.