Mass-Produced Design

From Manufacturing:

Let's assume you're a CAD operator working in an engineering office, harboring enthusiasm for the all-American automobile. Maybe you've tried to break into the automotive design field, but found it difficult to do so - not to mention risky, given the still-questionable health of U.S. car manufacturers. Still, your dream of designing a car persists, and you often find yourself absentmindedly doodling on a napkin. If you had the opportunity to be part of a community that offers design input on a new car - on your own time and without the promise of any compensation - would you participate? For many, the answer is a resounding, "Yes!"

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