Summary: In engineering, the transition from idea to product requires that the engineer produce clear proposals demonstrating the idea's practicality and economic feasibility. Smelser describes how writing is a key element in this process. Engineers don't need to know how to write.
Cradle to gate Cradle to gate is a boundary condition associated with embodied carbon, carbon footprint and LCA studies. A study to these boundaries considers all activities starting with the extraction of materials from the earth (the cradle), their transportation, refining, processing and fabrication activities until the material or product is ready to leave the factory gate.
Backset - The measurement from the bore hole to the edge of the door. Some door hardware comes with an adjustable backset, some you have to specify what you need. Bore Hole and Cross Bore - Standard door prep is 2 1/8 Bore hole with 1 cross bore. If your doors are different than this, please contact us for help.