Modular products are products that fulfill various overall functions through the combination of distinct building blocks or modules; in the sense that the overall function performed by the product can be divided into sub-functions that can be implemented by different modules or components. An important aspect of modular products is the creation of a basic core unit to which different components (modules) can be fitted; thus enabling a variety of versions of the same module to be produced. The core should have sufficient capacity to cope with all expected variations in performance and usage. Components used in a modular product must have features that enable them to be coupled together to form a complex product. Modularity will promote: reduction in product development time; customization and upgrades; cost efficiencies due to amortization; quality design standardization; and reduction in order lead time. The purpose of this book is to develop a structured approach to the design of products using the concept of modularity; assembly; and manufacturability. The book has proposed and developed a structured and systematic approach to product and systems design using the modularity concept. Mathematical and genetic algorithm models are developed to support the developed methodology.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Too much literature not enough techniqueBy Christina DebarrosTeaching means to empart knowledge. This book gives very little in technique and a lot in the reason for sumi-e. Example: it gives a new name and does not explain the reason for its use in place of "sumi".How is the brush turned when making the trunk; or when making mum leaves. How much ink vs water to create the dry brush effect for the plum.The author mud decide if its the desire to teach or have ones name in print that is important.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Flowing inkBy RAZGreat book in Suiboku shows the movement in the brush stroks good to learn from in its simple form good for beginner.3 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Solid; but not the best.By Rick CookSaitos book does a workman like job of introducing you to the basics of Japanese ink painting. It shows you the basic techniques and how to paint the "Five Gentlemen" (the basic flowers and plants of Asian painting).Ink painting is not easy to teach in a book because a book is static and the essence of ink painting is fluid. Still this will get you started on a beautiful (and to me fascinating) art.