Block diagram
Level 2 Category
Definition
A diagram showing in schematic form the general arrangement of the parts or components of a complex system or process, such as an industrial apparatus or an electronic circuit.
Example Image
Reproduced from Advances in Mechanical Engineering, 9(10). https://doi.org/10.1177/1687814017728853. Licensed under CC BY-NC 4.0.
Writing Alternative Text
Describe the major functional blocks or modules, directional connections or signal flows between them, and any notable inputs, outputs, or interactions.
Example Alt Text
"Block diagram shows four CCU modules arranged as two parallel pairs. A single input splits to CCU 1 and CCU 2 in the upper branch and CCU 3 and CCU 4 in the lower branch. Their outputs merge at a CSP block before continuing to one output."