Object-oriented multi-perspective framework of technical system design

This paper describes the application of a multi-perspective object-oriented abstraction in the design of a technical system to address the issues of bounded rationality and to simulate human cognitive coupling. Three major assumptions have been taken in the development of the framework: object repre...

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Published in:Journal of Design Research (JDR) 2011-01, Vol.9 (4), p.376-389
Main Authors: Khanal, Yadav P, Buchal, Ralph O
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Computer simulation
Design and Product Development
Design engineering
Human
Joining
Mathematical analysis
Mathematical models
Object oriented
Object-oriented programming
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Summary:This paper describes the application of a multi-perspective object-oriented abstraction in the design of a technical system to address the issues of bounded rationality and to simulate human cognitive coupling. Three major assumptions have been taken in the development of the framework: object representation, classification of objects based on their properties, and bounded rationality. Four rules pertaining to the multi-perspective design method are derived to establish the framework by adopting the function modelling approach. The framework supports the cognitive coupling and uncoupling of multiple perspectives to help designers understand system interactions without suffering cognitive overload. The framework provides guidance for the development of computer tools to support human designers.
ISSN:1748-3050
1569-1551
DOI:10.1504/JDR.2011.043364