Cochin University of Science and Techology (CUST) 2005 B.Tech Electronics and Communications Engineering Electronic Product Design ( ) - Question Paper

Electronic Product Design (May 2005)

1a. discuss the importance of requirement analysis and product requirement specification
b. explain the role of computer based tools in product design
2a. explain briefly the steps involved in transforming the concept of a product to the final form
b. discuss the role of CAD and CAM tools
3a. discuss how packaging could be critical to the success of a product
b. elaborate ergonomics and aesthetic consideration? Why are they important?
4a. Quality management is a multifaceted approach. Comment
b. explain the importance of designing good user interfaces
5a. discuss how PCB layouts can be adopted to tackle heat generation issue
b. explain the guidelines for cooling and ventilation in electronic equipments
6a. discuss the steps that can be taken to control heat related issues in an equipment
b. explain the role and kinds of PCB s
7a. discuss the methods that can be adopted to minimize the effects of EMI generation and reception
b. Write notes on EMI standards and regulations
8a. discuss the PCB design approaches to suppress the effects of EMI
b. explain the common sources of EMI and their effects
9a. explain the advantage of EDA tools in schematic capture over manual methods
b. explain the purpose and importance of simulation tools
10a.How are PCB layout tools like ORCAD superior over manual methods? In which aspects are they inferior?
b. Write notes on SPICE

Earning:   Approval pending.