A new model of conceptual design based on Scientific Ontology and intentionality theory. Part I: The conceptual foundation
With the Scientific Ontology, some basic concepts (e.g., behavior) are clarified. Based on an intentionality theory, the concept of (design) need is clarified. An explicit concept of function is derived for conceptual design research. An explicit concept of abstract principle is given for design research.
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