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  • This series of four posts looks at the management of items, data and bills of material for mechatronic products. It is split into mechanical aspects, electrical aspect, software aspects and...

    Mechatronics Management (Part 3): Software Aspects

    Posted on June 10, 2011 | 2 Comments
    This series of four posts looks at the management of items, data and bills of material for mechatronic products. It is split into mechanical aspects, electrical aspect, software aspects and...

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  • Last week, I wrote about a topic that generated a lot of discussion over on LinkedIn: Who builds 3D models? Engineers? Designers? Drafters? It's been an ongoing debate for quite some time. Coming out of that discussion, at least in my mind, I've come to some clarity on the topic. But not necessary from a role specific view. In general, I believe there are two sets of activities in the design phase.

    The Subtle Distinction Between Designing and Documenting Products

    Posted on November 3, 2010 | 2 Comments
    Last week, I wrote about a topic that generated a lot of discussion over on LinkedIn: Who builds 3D models? Engineers? Designers? Drafters? It's been an ongoing debate for quite some time. Coming out of that discussion, at least in my mind, I've come to some clarity on the topic. But not necessary from a role specific view. In general, I believe there are two sets of activities in the design phase.

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