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concensus - ANSWER general agreement Design Process - ANSWER A systematic problem-solving strategy, with criteria and constraints, used to develop many possible solutions to solve a problem or satisfy human needs and wants and to winnow (narrow) down the possible solutions to one final choice. ...

When operating the drill press, what should be done with long hair? - ANSWER Tie back long hair with a rubber band. The guards on the band saw should be adjusted to be approximately - ANSWER 1/8 to ¼ inch above the stock

Aesthetics - ANSWER The quality of an object that deals with art, beauty, and taste Arch - ANSWER A curved structure for spanning an opening, designed to support a vertical load primarily by axial compression Architect - ANSWER An individual trained in the art and science of designing and constr...

How might we create the best possible solution to a problem? - ANSWER Engineers try to think "outside the box" in order to solve new problems or find ways to improve current solutions. What is the most effective way to generate potential solutions to a problem? How many alternate solutions sho...

Assembly - ANSWER A group of machine or handmade parts that fit together to form a self-contained unit. Assembly Drawing - ANSWER A drawing that shows the various parts of an item when assembled.

Aerospace Engineer - ANSWER Develops new technologies for use in aviation, defense systems, and space exploration, often specializing in areas such as structural design, guidance, navigation and control, instrumentation and communication, and production methods. Aircraft - ANSWER A device that i...