Case Study: An analogue/digital circuit trainer is required for students to construct circuits. The design requires:
• the ability to build circuits
• associated power supply
• a suitable waveform generator
• a means of measuring current, voltage and resistance.
1. Derive at least four concept designs to satisfy the given specification. Use short written descriptions and simple sketches to illustrate your ideas. Show evidence of the use of the following techniques:
• brainstorming
• synectics
• morphological chart.
2. Use the weighted objective method to select your best solution from any four of the concept designs.
3. What other information would be required to be able to write a more complete Product Design Specification? (Use an objective tree to clarify and expand upon the vague brief given.)
