Process design kits consist of a set of files that typically contain descriptions of the basic building blocks of the process. They are expressed, algorithmically, as Pcells. These descriptions are ...

Successful risk management is essential to the design and development of safe and effective medical devices. Unfortunately, it is too often viewed by manufacturers as an isolated activity that must be ...

We all love coming up with ideas and solutions to problems, but if we do not carefully consider our approach to the development of the solution, what we manufacture may not meet the client’s needs.

The process of chip design is a complex and multi-step endeavour that involves various stages from initial system specifications to manufacturing. Each step is crucial in achieving the goal of ...

The allure of modular systems is multifaceted, but perhaps the most important aspect is the efficiency. Standardized components, built off-site in specialized facilities reduce material use, minimize ...

The 3D Design & Process Laboratory houses a solid CAD modeler (Pro/Engineer, MasterCAM, and Solidworks) as well as AutoCAD for fast design iteration and 3D visualization. The CAD geometry is ...

"I have a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore," Dorothy says to her dog in 1939's 'The Wizard of Oz' as she walks around, discovering a fantasy set in which, without realizing it, we find ourselves ...

Identify needs, which may include the learning context and audience. How do you get there? Start with writing goals and learning objectives, then focus on assessments, learning activities, and ...

One of the most robust backward design models developed for higher education is L. Dee Fink’s integrated course design. Fink outlines a streamlined process for designing academic courses, divided into ...

Creating a successful product involves a series of planned steps, each contributing to a well designed outcome. From initial ideas to final evaluation, every stage builds on the last, ensuring the ...