MOB Product design Flashcards
What does the term Value Analysis refer to?
Value analysis refers to the attempt to determine if a product can be improved by a reduction in cost or added value.
What are the advantages of Value Analysis
- Reduction in material costs
- Reduction in wastage
- Customer Satisfaction
- Increased motivation
What are the disadvantages of Value Analysis?
- May be costly to implement
What does the term modulization refer to
Modularization refers to the process by which a product is broken up into subsets known as modules, which are used to assemble the product.
What are some advantages of Modulization?
- Economies of scale
- Variety
- Easy repair
What are some disadvantages of Modulization?
- Quality Control difficulties
What does the term miniaturization refer to?
Miniaturization refers to the development of very small products that have the same function and use as the larger products they replace.
What are some advantages of Miniaturization?
- Reduced material costs
- Increased production pace
- Improved portability
- Greater output
What are some disadvantages of Miniaturization?
- The cost of research, development, and technology may increase.
What does the term CAD refer to?
CAD refers to the uses of computer software to create, modify and design a product.
What are some advantages of CAD?
- Less human error
- Quicker manufacturing time and designs will be made quicker
- Easier to modify and save designs
- Modification become cheaper
What are some disadvantages of CAD?
- Expensive software acquisition costs
- Expensive training costs
