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- 01 Fundamentals
FundamentalsBefore diving into design details, I always seek to understand the problem at a fundamental level and to create a basic engineering model that elegantly describes the situation. The entire thought process is clearly documented. - 02 Prototypes
PrototypesI'll often build quick mockups to help understand the problem and to explore various solutions. My choice of building materials will vary according to the need and typically includes cardboard, foam core, wood, plastic, and LEGO bricks. - 03 Sketches
SketchesI'm very comfortable with manual drawing, and I prefer to thoroughly develop a design in sketch form first before diving into the CAD environment. Communicative sketches allow a team to quickly build consensus around a design strategy. - 04 Thermal & EMI
Thermal & EMI managementThermal and EMI management is an often overlooked part of the design equation, especially now with processor speeds well into the GHz range. I have a general understanding of these issues and have worked together with specialists to address a wide range of such problems. - 05 Analysis
AnalysisI use a systematic approach in my analytical work, and my background in mechanical and electrical engineering allows me to generate meaningful models. - 06 CAD
Computer-aided designOver the years I've designed products on a range of CAD platforms including CATIA, Pro/Engineer, and SolidWorks (currently my preferred software). My goal is to create an elegant model that can be easily understood and modified by others. - 07 Supplier liaison
Supplier liaisonWith most high-volume manufacturing occurring overseas, supplier liaison provides many challenges and plays a key role in any development process. I take pride in my clear visual communication style. - 08 Documentation
DocumentationI always keep a meticulously organized record of the design process. Clear communication of design intent helps to ensure that all of our hard work will be brought to fruition.