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A review of research in mechanical engineering design. Part II: Representations, analysis, and design for the life cycle

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This is the second of a two-part paper summarizing and reviewing research in mechanical engineering design theory and methodology. Part I included 1) descriptive models; 2) prescriptive models; and 3) computer-based models of design processes. Part II includes: 4) languages, representations, and environments for design; 5) analysis in support of design; and 6) design for manufacture and the life cycle. For each area, we discuss the current topics of research and the state of the art, emphasizing recent significant advances. A final section is included that summarizes the six major areas and lists open research issues.

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Finger, S., Dixon, J.R. A review of research in mechanical engineering design. Part II: Representations, analysis, and design for the life cycle. Research in Engineering Design 1, 121–137 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01580205

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