👉 Arbitrary engineering refers to the practice of designing and constructing systems, structures, or processes with specifications that are not strictly based on natural laws or inherent properties of materials and components. Instead, these designs often prioritize human convenience, cost-effectiveness, or specific functional requirements over optimal performance or efficiency. This approach can lead to solutions that are technically feasible but not necessarily the most practical, sustainable, or efficient in real-world applications. For instance, an engineer might choose a material that is readily available and inexpensive but has inferior strength compared to a more expensive, high-performance alternative. The term "arbitrary" highlights the disconnect between these human-driven decisions and the inherent constraints or advantages dictated by physics and engineering principles.
