Abstract
Although the conceptual design is a fundamental process through which design decisions are made, its focus is on finding the right solution. Is finding the right solution enough for a good design? Defining the problem or applying a solution-focused process may not be enough to create the differences that must be present in today's variable conditions. This can be overcome through seeking meaning instead of seeking a solution. The purpose of this article is to develop an approach that focuses on seeking meaning for products by starting with a design-thinking approach to the conceptual design process in engineering design. Focusing on a search for meaning in engineering design will provide advantages, such as creating unique values and sustainable competition.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Engineering Design (ICED19) |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Pages | 1513-1522 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Volume | 1 |
| Edition | 1 |
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| Publication status | Published - Jul 2019 |
| Event | 22nd International Conference on Engineering Design: Responsible Design for our Future - Delft, Netherlands Duration: 5 Aug 2019 → 8 Aug 2019 https://www.iced19.org/ |
Publication series
| Name | Proceedings of the Design Society: International Conference on Engineering Design |
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| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Number | 1 |
| Volume | 1 |
| ISSN (Print) | 2220-4342 |
Conference
| Conference | 22nd International Conference on Engineering Design |
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| Abbreviated title | ICED19 |
| Country/Territory | Netherlands |
| City | Delft |
| Period | 5/08/19 → 8/08/19 |
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Keywords
- Conceptual design
- Innovation
- Creativity