Morphological Matrix

If you re satished with the list of possible solutions, move on to Morphological Matrix (Technique 33) to see how the subfunction solutions can be combined to create an innovative design. If you re still struggling to surface... 

Scenario In Function Structure (Technique 32), we determined a list of design options for an automatic hair washing machine. We can use Morphological Matrix to combine these options into possible solutions at the sub function level. 

Unlike TILMAC (Technique 34), you can compare more than two design options simultaneously using Morphological Matrix, which makes it a more practical technique for complex systems. 

For an interesting look at combining Morphological Matrix with axiomatic design concepts, see ... 

Weber, R., and S. Condoor. Conceptual Design Using a Synergistically Compatible Morphological Matrix, http //fie.engmg.pitt.edu/fie98/papers/1245.pdf. 

Exhibit 30.1 Performance and Perception Expectations. Exhibit 33.1 Morphological Matrix. 

Exhibit 33.2 Morphological Matrix Design Concepts. Exhibit 34.1 TILMAG Matrix. 

Moradian-Oldak. J. Amelogenins Assembly, processing and control of crystal morphology. Matrix Biol. 2001, 20. 293-305. 

Rubber-Modified Copolymers. Acrylonitrile—butadiene—styrene polymers have become important commercial products since the mid-1950s. The development and properties of ABS polymers have been discussed in detail (76) (see Acrylonitrile polymers). ABS polymers, like HIPS, are two-phase systems in which the elastomer component is dispersed in the rigid SAN copolymer matrix. The electron photomicrographs in Figure 6 show the difference in morphology of mass vs emulsion ABS polymers. The differences in stmcture of the dispersed phases are primarily a result of differences in production processes, types of mbber used, and variation in mbber concentrations. 

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