Camera Company X is deep in the design process of their newest camera system. They are very concerned with the quality of their products, meaning that modeling is very important to the designers involved with the life cycles of the camera. However, the engineers at Camera Company X are a bit rusty on the details and benefits of different types of models involved in the systems engineering process.
a) Describe potential ideas for a mock-up, engineering model, and prototype of their newest camera. Be specific regarding materials or components that could be used for construction, when this model would be most relevant throughout the design process, and how each particular model will assist with optimizing the camera design.
b) Given an example of how each model will assist with the efficiency of the system design.
c) Given an example of how each model will assist with the effectiveness of the system design.