Disseminating information into step by step systems creates Process Flow Charts such as the one above. Any and every possible function or event is listed in order of occourance, and how it could occur. Systems like these break down all concepts for possible design improvements and easier communication to engineers or clients.
Concept Maps are also used to disseminate information; the one above uses more of a visual background to explain the design concept as opposed to the process flow charts. Breaking down information into these charts also aids in communication to engineers or clients, but also lists detailed information for easy reference.
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