Modelling iteration in engineering design

David C. Wynn*, Claudia M. Eckert, P. John Clarkson

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Abstract

This paper examines design iteration and its modelling in the simulation of New Product Development (NPD) processes. A framework comprising six perspectives of iteration is proposed and it is argued that the importance of each perspective depends upon domain-specific factors. Key challenges of modelling iteration in process simulation frameworks such as the Design Structure Matrix are discussed, and we argue that no single model or framework can fully capture the iterative dynamics of an NPD process. To conclude, we propose that consideration of iteration and its representation could help identify the most appropriate modelling framework for a given process and modelling objective, thereby improving the fidelity of design process simulation models and increasing their utility.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of ICED 2007, the 16th International Conference on Engineering Design
Publication statusPublished - 2007
Externally publishedYes
Event16th International Conference on Engineering Design, ICED 2007 - Paris, France
Duration: 28 Jul 200731 Jul 2007

Publication series

NameProceedings of ICED 2007, the 16th International Conference on Engineering Design
VolumeDS 42

Conference

Conference16th International Conference on Engineering Design, ICED 2007
Country/TerritoryFrance
CityParis
Period28/07/0731/07/07

Keywords

  • Design iteration
  • Design process modelling
  • Design process simulation

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