3. Clearly state the purpose and limits of the study
Designing a system with performance objectives such as resistance, endurance, pleasure, etc. For the characterization of functions (see Organic classification of functions
Knowing exactly what is expected of the product or system: external functional analysis (EFA) translates user expectations into functions, and expresses these needs in the form of functional specifications (FSC).
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AFNOR NF X 50-100 November 2011: Value Management – Functional analysis, fundamental characteristics – Functional analysis: functional analysis of the need (or external) and technical/product functional analysis (or internal) – Requirements for deliverables and implementation procedures
AFNOR NF X 50-151 September 2007: Value Management – Functional expression...
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Acronyms and abbreviations
IPR: predictive risk index
AF: functional analysis
EME: external environment element
LED: light-emitting diode lamp
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