Tech Tree of Choices
Concept
This is a list of the various possible implementations of a working mechanism for a given technology.
The tech tree of choices is important in a Construction Set approach to developing technology because the Construction Set approach can produce different implementations of a technology with less effort than a non-modular approach. Thus, different implementations should be considered and documented. Even though one implementation may be chosen, other implementations should be considered for future work.
For example, a hay rake can have several implementations - such as a linear rake and a rotary rake. The one that offers the most performance according to OSE Specification is chosen for the GVCS.
Sample Technology Tree of Choices
This is a great example of a technology tree of choices for the design of a Hydraulically-Driven CNC Axis Drive System. The point is to show and examine all the different implementation routes from the concept to reality.
Download full document: File:Techtreechoices.pdf
Sample using Coggle
Protocol
- Use Coggle to generate Tree and embed Tech Tree in wiki. You can drag and drop images into Coggle.
- Use an Edit link at the bottom of the embed so that the image can be updated readily.
- Start a page on the wiki: opensourceecology.org/wiki/Tech_Tree_of_Choices_-(Machine or Module Name). Use official module or machine name from Dozuki.