Chapter 7

Question 1

Embodiment Design

Answer 1

The embodiment design exactly determines the geometry of a product, an assembly of a part with all its characteristics and features

Question 2

Basic Design Rules

Answer 2

Simple
Clear
Safe

Question 3

Embodiment Element

Answer 3

In a technical system, an embodiment element ist the smallest element that can still fulfill…

Question 4

Restrictions on the Embodiment Design

Answer 4

• Planned quantity of produced items
• Planned processing time
• Planned costs
• Available stocks and supplies
• Disposability of staff
• …

Question 5

Clear Embodiment Design

Answer 5

EXAMPLES:
- Clear assignment of functions and their inputs / ouputs
- Clear interrelations of inputs and outputs
- Enforce the correct operation
- Complete documentation
- Assembly sequences that prevent wrong assembly, transport aids
- Clearly defined intervals for service, inspection …
- Identify materials, clear division between incompatible materials

Question 6

Simple Embodiment Design

Answer 6

• A low number of procedures and components for the realization of the function
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Question 7

Principle of division of functions

Answer 7

1. For different functions (Kabel und Seil)
2. For identical functions (Zwei Seile)