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SUMMARY:Some Problems with the Concept of 'Function' - Dr. Nathan Crilly -
  University of Cambridge\, Engineering Department
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CONTACT:Labi Ariyo
DESCRIPTION:*Abstract:* Concepts of function are central to design researc
 h but statements about a device’s functions can be interpreted in differ
 ent ways. This raises problems for researchers trying to clarify the found
 ations of design theory and for those developing design support-tools that
  can represent and reason about function. By showing how functions relate 
 systems to their sub-systems and super-systems\, this talk aims to illustr
 ate some limitations of existing function terminology and some problems wi
 th existing function statements.\n\n\n\n*About the speaker:* Nathan Crilly
  is a University Lecturer at the Engineering Department of the University 
 of Cambridge. His research interests are in the areas of design\, creativi
 ty and communication. In particular\, he employs an interdisciplinary appr
 oach to investigating the conceptual foundations of design practice and us
 er experience. Nathan holds a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering\
 , a PhD in Product Aesthetics and has professional design experience in th
 e aerospace and software industries.
LOCATION:Arthur Marshall Meeting Room (next to EDC loft)\, Inglis Building
 \, Engineering Department
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