Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

Work-Integrated Learning Programmes Division

First Semester 2022-2023

Comprehensive examination Test

(EC-3 Regular)

Course No. : QM/ DE ZG663

Course Title : CONCURRENT ENGINEERING
Nature of Exam : Open Book
Weightage : 40% No. of Pages =1
Duration : 2 Hours No. of Questions = 5
Date of Exam : 25/26/27 November, 2022 (FN/AN)
Note:
1. Please follow all the Instructions to Candidates given on the cover page of the answer book.
2. All parts of a question should be answered consecutively. Each answer should start from a fresh page.
3. Assumptions made if any, should be stated clearly at the beginning of your answer.

Q.1. Explain the importance of balance in an experimental plan? When would you choose not to
randomize the order of the experiments? How would you guard against bias explain with
suitable example?
[4+2+2= 8 Marks]

Q.2. Find a patent number on a product that interests you. Look up the patent using an online
reference tool. Write down the patent number and at least 3 claims mentioned in the patent.
Draw a logic diagram of two claims for the patent. [1+3+4= 8 Marks]

Q.3. Devise a prototyping plan for investigating the comfort of different types of handles for
kitchen knives/vegetable peelers. [8 Marks]

Q.4. Define and draw map of the service process flow for a service from any industry that
interests to you. Identify opportunities for innovation or areas of recent innovation in the
service process described [4+4 = 8 Marks]

Q.5. In what way DFE (Design for environment) in product design and development phases helps
in terms of functionality, reliability, durability, and reparability.
[4x2 = 8 Marks]

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