Format of Presenting Analysis-based Design Decisions
Do not Include in the Body of the Report General guideline Do not write analysis details Do not write equations
Include in the Body of the Report Include the following in the body of the report What was analyzed (Figures ok if needed) What method was used (if not routine) What assumptions were made The results (graphs or figures ok) Interpretation (decision) Reference to Appendix
Include in Appendix Summary Section Methods used Results The objective of the analysis Methods used Results Evaluation of the results (validity of assumptions) Any decisions made based on analysis
Include in Appendix Formulation Section Solution Section Schematic Given, Find, and Assumptions Solution Section Solution (formulas, numbers) Highlighted results Interpretation Analysis references