This is the basis of what value engineering refers to as "function analysis".

Discriminant function analysis is very similar to logistic regression, and both can be used to answer the same research questions.

His thesis consisted of a philosophical analysis of biological function.

Beams and machines: modeling approaches to analysis of skull form and function.

In simple terms, discriminant function analysis is classification - the act of distributing things into groups, classes or categories of the same type.

Sequential analysis with more than two alternative hypotheses, and its relation to discriminant function analysis.

The analysis of function requires concise and unambiguous definition of the functions performed by the part investigated.

Multilevel comparative analysis of morphology, function, and evolution of Dalechampia blossoms.

Reverse engineering is the process of discovering the technological principles of a device, object, or system through analysis of its structure, function, and operation.