Two approaches to synthesis based on the domain theory

Claus Thorp Hansen, Mogens Myrup Andreasen

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    Abstract

    The domain theory is described in this chapter. By a strict distinction between the structural characteristics and the behavioural properties of a mechanical artefact, each domain, i.e. transformation-, organ-, and part domain, becomes a productive view for design of mechanical artefacts. The functional reasoning within each domain and between the domains seems to be ruled by the function-means law (Hubka´s law). On the basis of the domain theory and the function-means law we present two formal approaches to the synthesis of mechanical artefacts, namely a design-process-oriented approach and an artefact-oriented approach. The design-process-oriented synthesis approach can be seen as a basic design step for composite mechanical artefacts. The artefact-oriented approach has been utilised for the development of computer-based design support systems.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationEngineering Design Synthesis
    Number of pages356
    VolumeChapter 6
    Place of PublicationLondon
    PublisherSpringer Verlag
    Publication date2002
    Pages93-108
    ISBN (Print)1-85233-492-4
    Publication statusPublished - 2002

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