4. The term Technical Description
– Description are explanation
of physical qualities of an
item.
– This might include size, color,
weight, height, shape,
function, operation, etc.
features.
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5. Alternative Definition
– Technical communication asks
you to document information and
communicate it in a concise,
precise, and professional way.
The focus tends to be more on
how well the writing achieves
that goal rather than on proving
that you read or understand
something.
– Technical description are usually
a description of one of the
following:
– An object (a product)
– A process
– Technical description describe
either what something is
(exactly), or how something
works.
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– Like more creative descriptions, technical descriptions sometimes
draw on the “five senses” and metaphorical comparisons
(analogies) to allow the reader to fully conceptualize what is being
described.
– More often, however, they rely on concrete, measurable
descriptors. Technical descriptions can take many forms,
depending on purpose and audience.
– Descriptions can range from a brief sentence, to a paragraph, a
whole section of a report, or an entire manual.
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– Poorly written technical descriptions can cause confusion, waste
time, and even result in catastrophe (disaster)!
– Technical product descriptions are often legally required to ensure
safety and compliance.
– Product specifications require detailed descriptions of design
features; instructions often require specific descriptive detail to
“show” the reader what to do.
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8. Category of Technical Description
– Some general categories of technical descriptions include the
following:
– Mechanism Descriptions.
– Process Descriptions.
– Definitions.
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– Mechanism description: It provides
a detailed overview, the physical
aspects of a tool, machine or other
mechanical device that has moving
parts and is designed to perform a
specific function. These could be
product descriptions for sales or
manufacturing, documentation of
design specifications, info-
graphics, etc.
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– Process Description: Detail a series of events (natural/ biological/
ecological, mechanical, social, or psychological phenomenon) that
happen in particular sequence in order to achieve a specific
outcome.
– These can be categorized into:
– Non-instructional process
– Instructional process
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− These can be categorized into Non-
instructional processes (such as a
process analyses of how an internal
combustion engine works, or natural
processes like photosynthesis)
− Instructional process (such as
recommended/required procedures
and explicit step-by-step instructions to
be followed).
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– Definitions: Clarify the specific
meaning, often related to a specific
context, or express the essential
nature of the terms being defined.
– These can range in length from a
simple clarifying phrase to an
extended document of several pages.
– Definitions will often include detailed
descriptions and visuals to illustrate
ideas.
– Click on the link below to view a
student PowerPoint presentation on
how to write effective definitions for
technical purposes. This presentation
is included with express permission of
the student.
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13. Technical Description of a
Mechanism
– Mechanism descriptions should provide a clear understanding of the object
being described, including
– General appearance and physical properties
– Overall function/purpose
– Component parts
– How the parts interact to create a functioning whole.
– The reader should be able to clearly picture, and therefore understand, the
nature of the object being described, what it does, and how it works.
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– In order to achieve this clarity for the reader, one must choose
significant details and organize information logically.
– Select details that can be described precisely and measurably, such
as:
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15. Description of iPhone 11 pro
– The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is part of the 13th generation of iPhones and was
released by Apple on September 20, 2019.
– The iPhone 11 Pro features a triple-lens real camera system with a square-
shaped flash, a 5.8-inch OLED Super Retina XDR display, the iOS 13 operating
system, and the new A13 Bionic chip.
– This is the first iPhone to be designated with the term “Pro,” typically used in
larger products. The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is the first iPhone to come with a 18W
fast charger and a Lightning to USB-C cable.
– This iPhone is available in Gold, Space gray, Silver, and Midnight green color.
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16. General description: iPhone 11 Pro
Brand Apple
Model iPhone 11 Pro
Release date 10th September 2019
Launched in India Yes
Form factor Touchscreen
Body type Glass
Dimensions (mm) 144.00 x 71.40 x 8.10
Weight (g) 188.00
IP rating IP68
Battery capacity (mAh) 3046
Removable battery No
Fast charging Proprietary
Wireless charging Yes
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Screen size (inches) 5.80
Touchscreen Yes
Resolution 1125x2436 pixels
Pixels per inch (PPI) 458
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– Display: – Hardware:
Processor hexa-core
Processor make Apple A13 Bionic
RAM 4GB
Internal storage 64GB, 256GB, 512GB
Expandable storage No
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– Camera:
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Rear camera
12-megapixel (f/1.8) + 12-megapixel (f/
2.4) + 12-megapixel (f/2.0)
Rear autofocus Yes
Rear flash Dual LED
Front camera 12-megapixel (f/2.2)
Front flash Yes
– Software:
Operating system iOS 13
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– Connectivity:
Wi-Fi Yes
Wi-Fi standards supported 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/Yes
GPS Yes
Bluetooth Yes, v 5.00
NFC Yes
Lightning Yes
Headphones Lightning
Number of SIMs 2
SIM 1
SIM Type Nano-SIM
GSM/CDMA GSM
3G Yes
4G/ LTE Yes
Supports 4G in India (Band 40) Yes
SIM 2
SIM Type eSIM
GSM/CDMA GSM
3G Yes
4G/ LTE Yes
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– Sensors:
Face unlock Yes
3D face recognition Yes
Compass/ Magnetometer Yes
Proximity sensor Yes
Accelerometer Yes
Ambient light sensor Yes
Gyroscope Yes
Barometer Yes
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21. Description of HP Pavilion Laptop
– HP Pavilion Notebook is a Windows
10 laptop with a 15.60-inch display. It is
powered by a Core i7 processor and it
comes with 8GB of RAM. it comes with 3
USB ports (1 x USB 2.0), HDMI Port, RJ45
(LAN) ports.
– Model: Pavilion Notebook
– Model Number: Notebook
– Battery Cell: 3
– Battery Capacity (WHR): 41
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– General:
Brand HP
Model Pavilion Notebook
Model Number Notebook
Series Pavilion
Dimensions (mm) 361.70 x 241.55 x 17.78
Weight (kg) 2
Colours Silver
Operating system Windows 10
Battery Capacity
(WHR)
41
Battery Cell 3
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– Display:
Size 15.60-inch
Touch Screen Yes
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– Processor:
Processor Intel Core i7 8th Gen 8550U
– Memory:
RAM 8GB
– Graphics:
– Input:
– Storage:
Dedicated Graphic Memory Type DDR4
Finger Print Sensor No
Hard disk No
SSD No
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– Ports and Slots:
Number of USB Ports 3
USB Ports 1 x USB 2.0
HDMI Port Standard
RJ45 (LAN) Yes
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