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Table 2 Relation transfer based on different design objectives

From: Product Specification Analysis for Modular Product Design Using Big Sales Data

Scenario

Design objectives

Processing

Condition of application

1

Minimize the number of changing components while satisfying the specification changes

2&4→I

1&3→N

Satisfy changeable requirements of product specifications

2

Minimize the number of specifications influenced by required changes of components

3&4→I

1&2→N

Facilitate required component upgrading or adaptation

3

Maximize the adaptation capability to satisfy unknown changes of specifications and components

2&3&4→I

1→N

Satisfy potential changes of both specifications and components