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Idealization in engineering modeling and design

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The relationship of idealizations to the accuracy of engineering analysis is examined. The approaches available to control idealizations are indicated, and importance of understanding the relationship among idealizations is demonstrated.

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Shephard, M.S. Idealization in engineering modeling and design. Research in Engineering Design 1, 229–238 (1990). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01581213

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