Books by W. Ernst Eder

This book provides a comprehensive and coherent guide to innovative design engineering. Based on more than 25 years of industrial experience, the authors explore the progressive development of a product through the various stages of modeling, from abstract theory to concrete application. They present a pioneering methodology based on a theory of transformation processes, tangible products, and a coordinated theory of design processes. The text features several case examples of practical engineering products that demonstrate how to implement the methodology in real-world practice.

Design engineering, a field often considered an intuitive process not amenable to scientific investigation, is no exception. This book explores how to quantify creativity, codify inspiration, and document a process seemingly based solely on intuition. It is suitable for engineering designers, educators, researchers, and students.