by _not_Exist_ | Aug 31, 2012 | 2012, Design Learn, DESIGN METHOD, Karthik Ramani, Publications, Senthil Chandrasegaran
Abstract: Engineering graduates in advancing economies are not only expected to have engineering knowledge, but also use them in creative and innovative ways. The importance of visual thinking has been critical for creativity and innovation in design. However,...
by wei | May 29, 2012 | 2012, DESIGN METHOD, Design Representation, Karthik Ramani, Publications, Wei Gao
Abstract: In this paper we present our initial prototypical explorations as well as the associated transformative design concept called Kaleidogami™. This method is used for developing spatial objects that can be flattened, folded and...
by William Z Bernstein | May 15, 2012 | 2012, Design Learn, DESIGN METHOD, Design Representation, Devarajan Ramanujan, Karthik Ramani, Publications, William Z Bernstein
Abstract: Â In light of society’s increasing awareness with regards to the health of the environment, many engineering firms are hiring recent engineering graduates with project- (or course-) based experience in environmental sustainability. Currently...
by William Z Bernstein | May 15, 2012 | 2012, DESIGN METHOD, Design Representation, Devarajan Ramanujan, Karthik Ramani, Publications, William Z Bernstein
Abstract: Decision-making methodologies for evaluating a product’s end-of-life options have become a significant area of research. Extensive work has been carried out in the area of product recovery, e.g. module-based disassemblability, reverse logistics,...
by William Z Bernstein | May 15, 2012 | 2012, Design Learn, DESIGN METHOD, Devarajan Ramanujan, Karthik Ramani, Publications, William Z Bernstein
Abstract:  Future environmental regulations are creating new employment requirements within traditional engineering organizations. These organizations require recent graduates to have a strong handle on environmental issues related to new product development. Since...
by _not_Exist_ | May 7, 2012 | 2012, Design Learn, DESIGN METHOD, Karthik Ramani, Senthil Chandrasegaran
Abstract: Design is a complex process which requires several tools, knowledge and procedures in order to be successful. Although technology provide designers with new and improved tools, those tools should be placed in the right stage during the design process,...