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50 Parameters (Matrix 2010)

Parameters used to define the contradiction.

ID: 1

Weight of Moving Object

Mass or gravitational force is the cause of the object's movement. Motion is a situation where there is relative displacement between two or more parts related to the problem to be solved; it can be linear displacement or rotational motion.

Load burden weightlessness lightness.
ID: 2

Weight of Stationary Object

Mass or gravitational force is the cause of the object's immobility. Stationary is a situation where there is no relative displacement between two or more parts related to the problem to be solved.

Load burden lightness.
ID: 3

Length/Angle of Moving Object

Any length or angular measurement related to the displacement or mobility of the object.

Width height depth distance range span separation.
ID: 4

Length/Angle of Stationary Object

Any length or angular measurement related to the immobility of the object. Stationary is a situation where there is no relative displacement between two or more parts related to the problem to be solved.

Width height depth distance range span separation.
ID: 5

Area of Moving Object

Any dimension related to surfaces or surface area. These can be internal or external surfaces. Motion is a situation where there is relative displacement between two or more parts related to the problem to be solved.

Zone space section contact point.
ID: 6

Area of Stationary Object

Any dimension related to surfaces or surface area. These can be internal or external surfaces. Stationary is a situation where there is no relative displacement between two or more parts related to the problem to be solved.

Zone space section contact point.
ID: 7

Volume of Moving Object

Anything related to the measurement of volume occupied by the object or the space surrounding the object. Motion is a situation where there is relative displacement between two or more parts related to the problem to be solved.

Capacity space room size bulkiness compactness.
ID: 8

Volume of Stationary Object

Anything related to the measurement of volume occupied by the object or the space surrounding the object. Stationary is a situation where there is no relative displacement between two or more parts related to the problem to be solved.

Capacity space room size bulkiness compactness.
ID: 9

Shape

The contour or profile (internal or external) of a part or object required for Ergonomics and functionality rather than aesthetic reasons. Ergonomics or Human Factors is the scientific discipline studying the relationship between humans and the working environment, especially in terms of 'use'. To make products most suitable for users, designers must ensure equipment and working environments suit the capabilities and limitations of those using them.

Pattern profile form projection (shadow) sketch geometry curvature.
ID: 10

Amount of Substance

The total, quantity, or count of materials, substances, or parts of the system.

Quantity matter material density.
ID: 11

Amount of Information

The total, quantity, or count of the system's information resources.

Data knowledge wisdom memory intellectual property message communication meaning.
ID: 12

Duration of Action of Moving Object

The time the object takes to perform an action. This action can occur over a very short or very long period.

Speed phase frequency natural frequency interval response time latency life.
ID: 13

Duration of Action of Stationary Object

The time the object takes to perform an action. This action can occur over a very short or very long period.

Phase interval response time duration latency life.
ID: 14

Speed

The velocity or rate of an object or the speed of a process or action.

Pace haste drift acceleration deceleration slowness lethargy swiftness.
ID: 15

Force/Torque

Interaction that changes the state of an object.

Action impact push pull twist load inertia acceleration momentum intensity pressure friction clamp voltage.
ID: 16

Energy Used by Moving Object

A measure of the object's capacity to perform work. This parameter focuses on the actual energy used (not efficiency).

Energy burn consumption heat input heating cooling heat dissipation.
ID: 17

Energy Used by Stationary Object

A measure of the object's capacity to perform work. This parameter focuses on the actual energy used (not efficiency).

Energy burn consumption heat input heating cooling heat dissipation.
ID: 18

Power

Work performed per unit of time. The rate of energy usage.

Flow flux impulse surge robustness horsepower intensity action.
ID: 19

Stress/Pressure

Force acting on a unit of area. Stress is the effect of force on an object. Stress can be tension or compression, static or dynamic.

Compression tension creep thermal fatigue chemical fatigue elasticity yield plasticity stiffness.
ID: 20

Strength

The range (extent) to which an object can resist changes caused by applied force. Strength is the limit of elasticity, elongation, or maximum impact intensity.

Fatigue creep joint bond force slack distortion stiffness plasticity hardness.
ID: 21

Stability of the Object's Composition

The integrity of the object; the relationship of components that make up the object. This parameter can apply at the macroscopic level (components) or microscopic level (atoms). Chemical dissociation, decomposition, and entropy increase should be considered when the problem relates to durability.

Inertia degradation decomposition failure oxidation distortion homogeneity consistency.
ID: 22

Temperature

The measurement or thermal state of the object. It includes thermal parameters such as specific heat, thermal conductivity, thermal radiation, and thermal convection.

Conduction convection radiation insulation melting point freezing point boiling point overheating.
ID: 23

Illumination Intensity

Light flux (color, brightness, intensity...) per unit area. This parameter applies to both the brightness of the source and the illumination of the object.

Transmission absorption reflection refractive index frequency shadow tone brightness gloss color infrared ultraviolet visible camouflage.
ID: 24

Function Efficiency

Efficiency related to the use of the main function or functions performed by the object.

Loss waste incompetence.
ID: 25

Loss of Substance

The loss or removal of elements of the object or its surroundings such as matter, materials, products, etc.

Leakage wear waste abrasion absorption desorption.
ID: 26

Loss of Time

Time inefficiency, meaning waiting or delays.

Cost delay double effort wasting time on unnecessary things.
ID: 27

Loss of Energy

The loss or waste of energy due to not contributing to useful activities.

Friction dispersion chaos interference damping.
ID: 28

Loss of Information

The loss or elimination of data from or to the object. This data relates to any of the 5 human senses.

Misunderstanding distraction filtering corruption knowledge meaning.
ID: 29

Noise

Issues related to interference generated or received by the object or the surrounding environment. Noise in this context can be good or bad. It can relate to physical noise or noise in data.

Scream whistle hum whine intrusion oscillation resonance melody.
ID: 30

Harmful Emissions

Any form of pollution or emission released into the environment by the object.

CO2 NOx SO O3 CFC.
ID: 31

Other Harmful Effects Generated by System

Internal impacts (effects) of the object that reduce the operational efficiency (quality) of the object or act inefficiently on the surrounding environment.

Contamination adverse effects toxicity irritation abrasion taste arrangement/texture mouthfeel haptics.
ID: 32

Adaptability/Versatility

The extent to which the object can respond to external changes.

Diversion modulation variation compliance rigidity tolerance universality.
ID: 33

Compatibility/Connectability

The extent to which the object can connect and is compatible with other objects.

Standard protocol interface coupling welding joining isolation incompatibility.
ID: 34

Ease of Operation

The extent to which the user can control or operate the object easily.

Training education usability learning curve familiarization time transportability controllability.
ID: 35

Reliability/Robustness

The ability to perform functions as designed, in intended ways and conditions. It includes durability and issues related to performance or performance degradation of the object over extended periods.

Life lifecycle lifecycle cost service mean time between failures (MTBF) mean time between overhauls repair failure durability.
ID: 36

Repairability

Quality characteristics such as convenience, comfort, simplicity, and time to repair failures or defects of the object.

Maintenance assembly disassembly accessibility detachability cleanability replaceability serviceability.
ID: 37

Security

The ability of the object to protect itself against unauthorized access/use/attack or other adverse effects.

Access prevention defense precaution copyright infringement preventative measures.
ID: 38

Safety/Vulnerability

The ability of the object to resist adverse effects from external factors.

Protection support emergency fire explosion catastrophic failure.
ID: 39

Aesthetics/Appearance

The visual aesthetic appearance of the object.

Beauty elegance attraction suitability ugliness form.
ID: 40

Other Harmful Effects Acting On the System

Impacts (effects) from the surrounding environment that reduce the operational efficiency (quality) of the object.

Unwanted effects adhesion jamming contamination UV collision.
ID: 41

Manufacturability

Issues related to production, manufacturing, assembly, and integration with the object.

Assembly design for manufacture (DFM) design for assembly (DFA) ease of manufacture tool change setup time.
ID: 42

Manufacture Precision/Consistency

The degree to which the existing characteristics of the object match the required special or specific characteristics. Accuracy.

Tolerance repeatability standard deviation quality quality assurance surface finish parallelism perpendicularity precision.
ID: 43

Automation

The ability of the object to perform functions without external control or intervention.

Robotics repeatability quality assurance.
ID: 44

Productivity

The quantity of useful functions (added value) or activities performed by the object per unit of time. Useful results per unit of time. Cost per unit of result.

Robotics repeatability quality assurance.
ID: 45

System Complexity

The number and diversity of elements (parts) and links within the object. Complexity is also understood as difficulties in controlling and using the object.

Interfaces equipment complexity.
ID: 46

Control Complexity

Control complexity is the complexity of the control system (physical components or algorithms of the system) in the process of verifying the execution of the object's functions.

Negative feedback positive feedback proportional integral differential.
ID: 47

Positive Intangibles

Intangible factors defined by human emotional reactions to the object. Positive intangibles are factors that drive the motivation to seek satisfaction. In many industrial sectors, this motivation increases intangible factors through the customer's action of purchasing or not purchasing the product or service.

Happiness joy excitement delight comfort empathy love passion joie-de-vivre kinship satisfaction peace soul essence coolness.
ID: 48

Negative Intangibles

Intangible factors defined by human emotional reactions to the object. Negative intangibles are factors that drive the motivation to 'avoid pain'. In many industrial sectors, this motivation increases negative intangible factors through the customer's action of purchasing or not purchasing the product or service.

Impatience anxiety stress suffering disappointment hatred rivalry laziness lethargy neurosis degradation confusion sadness shock fear.
ID: 49

Ability to Detect/Measure

The ability to perform measurements or detection on the object despite difficulties, such as: complexity, cost, time consumption, need for personnel to check or analyze activities.

Opportunity location integrity clarity ability to find correct signs for measurement.
ID: 50

Measurement Precision

The accuracy of the measured value. Measurement error.

Tolerance error repeatability consistency standard deviation mean median mode.