Sustainability in Engineering Design
- 1st Edition - February 27, 2014
- Latest edition
- Authors: Anthony Johnson, Andy Gibson
- Language: English
Designed for use in engineering design courses, and as a reference for industry professionals learning sustainable design concepts and practical methods, Sustainability in Engin… Read more
Designed for use in engineering design courses, and as a reference for industry professionals learning sustainable design concepts and practical methods, Sustainability in Engineering Design focuses on designers as the driving force behind sustainable products. This book introduces sustainability concepts and explains the application of sustainable methods to the engineering design process.
The book also covers important design topics such as project and team management, client management, performance prediction, and the social and environmental effects of sustainable engineering design. These concepts and methods are supported with a wealth of worked examples, discussion questions, and primary case studies to aid comprehension.
- Applies research-based methods to achieve real-world results for rapidly evolving industry trends
- Focuses on design engineers as the starting point of creating sustainable design
- Provides practical methods and design tools to guide engineering designers in creating sustainably designed and engineering products
- Incorporates all aspects of sustainable engineering design, including the material selection, production, and marketing of products
- Includes cutting-edge sustainable design model case studies based on the authors' own research and experiences
Product design courses in departments of mechanical engineering and engineering technology; product designers, product engineers, and product team managers.
- Preface
- Foreword
- Book Synopsis
- Introduction
- Chapter 1: Engineering Design: An Overview
- Abstract
- 1.1 What Is Design?
- 1.2 Definition of Design and Overview of the Design Process
- 1.3 Design Activities
- 1.4 Design Information
- 1.5 Design Evolution
- 1.6 Design Information Output
- 1.7 Qualities of the Designer
- 1.8 Attention to Detail
- 1.9 The Whole Picture
- 1.10 Classic Engineering Design-to-Manufacture Model
- 1.11 Overall Design Objectives and the Triple Bottom Line
- Chapter 2: Design Approach, Philosophy, and Normal Approach Design Model
- Abstract
- 2.1 That "Eureka" Moment
- 2.2 An Historical Approach to Design
- 2.3 The Design Approach
- 2.4 Attributes of a Successful Design Engineer
- 2.5 The Classic Design Approach
- 2.6 Design Specifications
- 2.7 Design Phases
- 2.8 Phase 1
- 2.9 Phase 2
- 2.10 Phase 3
- 2.11 Final Design Specification
- 2.12 Product Specification
- 2.13 Prototypes
- Chapter 3: Sustainability and Its Application Within Engineering Design
- Abstract
- 3.1 What Is Sustainability?
- 3.2 Is Sustainability Achievable?
- 3.3 Sustainability: Past and Present
- 3.4 The Classic Design and Manufacture Model
- 3.5 The Taguchi Approach to Quality Manufacturing
- 3.6 The Taguchi Analogy Applied to Sustainable Engineering Design
- 3.7 Sustainable Sourcing (Ecosourcing)
- 3.8 Design for Sustainable Manufacture (Sustainable Manufacture Value, or SMV)
- 3.9 Design for Sustainable Use (Sustainable Use Value, or SUV)
- 3.10 Design for Sustainable Maintenance (Sustainable Maintenance Value, or SMaV)
- 3.11 Design for Sustainable Disposal (Sustainable Disposal Value, or SDV)
- 3.12 Giveback
- 3.13 The Measurement of Sustainability
- 3.14 Actual Measurement of Sustainability
- 3.15 Sustainability Compromise
- 3.16 Conclusions
- 3.17 Sustainable Engineering Design: Necessity or Luxury?
- Appendix 3.1
- Appendix 3.2
- Appendix 3.3
- Chapter 4: The Tools of the Design Process and Management of Design
- Abstract
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Development Processes
- 4.3 Systematic Approach to Design
- 4.4 Design Methods
- 4.5 Classic Brainstorming
- 4.6 Brain Writing 6-3-5
- 4.7 Imaginary Brainstorming
- 4.8 Word-Picture Associations and Analogies
- 4.9 Methods of Generating Associations and Analogies
- 4.10 TILMAG
- 4.11 The Morphological Box
- 4.12 Design and Planning Methods
- Chapter 5: Communication for Engineers
- Abstract
- 5.1 Communication Overview
- 5.2 Written Communication
- 5.3 Project Reports/Technical Reports
- 5.4 Academic Publishing (Technical or Journal Papers)
- 5.5 Graphical Communications
- 5.6 General Drawing Application
- 5.7 The Client
- Chapter 6: Performance Prediction
- Abstract
- 6.1 Why Performance Prediction is Necessary
- 6.2 Historical Aspects of Analysis
- 6.3 Materials Testing
- 6.4 Factor of Safety
- 6.5 Consolidation of Safety in Structures and Devices
- 6.6 Computing Power
- 6.7 Fatigue Strength Prediction
- 6.8 Performance Prediction Methodology and Application
- 6.9 Checks and Balances
- 6.10 Conclusion
- Appendix
- Chapter 7: Design for Total Control
- Abstract
- 7.1 Traditional Approaches
- 7.2 The Sustainability Umbrella Model
- 7.3 Total Design Control
- 7.4 A New Design Approach (The Umbrella of Sustainable Design)
- 7.5 The Sustainable Design Function
- 7.6 Manufacturing
- 7.7 Lifetime Usage
- 7.8 Maintenance
- 7.9 End-of-Life Disposal
- Glossary
- Useful Addresses
- Chapter 8: Drivers of Sustainability in Design: Legislation and Perceptions of Consumers and Buyers
- Abstract
- 8.1 Legislation
- 8.2 Effectiveness of International Environmental Regimes and Legislation
- 8.3 Nonlegislative Measurement and Guidance Tools
- 8.4 Other Drivers of Sustainable Design
- 8.5 Conclusion
- Chapter 9: Strategic Sustainable Design
- Abstract
- 9.1 Triple Bottom Line—The 3P Approach
- 9.2 Benefits to Producers and Buyers of Designed-in Sustainability
- 9.3 The Sustainability Measurement and Certification Industry
- Chapter 10: Predicting the Future
- Abstract
- 10.1 Unsustainable Futures
- 10.2 The Engineers' View
- 10.3 Conclusion
- 10.4 If I Were You, I Wouldn't Be Starting from Here!
- 10.5 The Way Forward
- Index
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: February 27, 2014
- Language: English
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Anthony Johnson
Anthony Johnson is an experienced Design Engineer and Educator responsible for Engineering Design in the Department of Engineering and Technology at the University of Huddersfield. He is also a U.K. Chartered Engineer (C. Eng) with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. Professor Johnson is a prolific design consultant (with over 400 projects to date), educational consultant, and recent committee member with the British Standards Institute.
Affiliations and expertise
Design Engineer and Educator responsible for Engineering Design in the Department of Engineering and Technology at the University of HuddersfieldAG
Andy Gibson
Andy Gibson is the Managing Director of Segelocum Ltd, a customer-focused designed education consultancy firm. Andrew has worked in product development and customer liaison, moving on onto export sales and marketing and thence into the management of international subsidiaries of UK-based engineering companies. In recent years, Mr. Gibson has developed a consultancy-based business working with clients to penetrate new markets, focusing on sustainability relating to international trade training.
Affiliations and expertise
Managing Director of Segelocum Ltd, a customer-focused designed education consultancy firmRead Sustainability in Engineering Design on ScienceDirect