ABSTRACT
Engineering design practice has evolved over the years and has undergone significant changes in the last few decades as a result of advances in technology. It has been strongly influenced by technological tools that became available to assist in the design, as well as by design philosophies and methodologies that have evolved in academia and in various industries. Often some of the tools and methodologies vary from industry to industry due to specialized needs. However, over the years a few design tools and methods have become invaluable and are widely used across many industries. In particular, geometry design and engineering analyses are required in all industries. Therefore, it is not surprising that the tools developed to assist in these areas are used across a wide variety of industries. The focus of this chapter is on design methodology, tools, and theories that are widely applicable irrespective of industry or application area.
