The Product
Development Process
Development Process
What are the three factors to consider in product development?
design, manufacturing, sales
What is it called when an object can be divided in half and result in an exact reflection on opposite sides of the line?
symmetry
What is the science of using knowledge of human characteristics to design structures and systems that are comfortable, safe, and efficient?
ergonomics
What is an arrangement of the components of a structure or device resulting in the most user-friendly product possible?
universal design
What are two manufacturing factors that should be taken into consideration?
suitability of materials, availability and cost of materials, shipping costs, and disposal
What are two examples of why an asymmetrical design is not a good idea for building a family home?
uneven floors and walls, not functional, slanted ceilings, decreasing property value etc.
What is an alternative type of keyboard that people use because they feel that it is more ergonomical?
DVORAK
Are universal designs more or less functional? Do they last a long or short time?
more functional and last a long time
What are two sales factors that should be taken into consideration?
packaging, design, displays, and labelling, sale price, advertising, customer support
What is the concept called that determines how visually attractive or beautiful something is?
aesthetics
What is the damage, usually to the small muscles of the wrists or hands, from repeated activities over a long period of time?
repetitive strain injuries
Is a circular or rod doorknob be a better universal design and why?
the rod doorknob because it is easier to grab onto instead of trying to turn a circle
What are three design factors that should be taken into consideration?
individual users, society, the economy, the environment, safety and health, legal aspects
What type of load is spread more evenly along the length of a symmetrical structure?
dead load
What is one of the three principles in designing tools, workstations, and systems that are easier for workers?
change position easily, reduce the amount of force of a task, good posture
What types of people have a hard time getting their needs addressed in structural designs?
people with special needs, injuries, or illnesses
Consider a company that would like to start designing, building, and selling new bicycles.
Describe one environmental, and one health and safety factor the company should consider.
make bike parts recyclable, the bike should be made of sturdy material to avoid weathering
What affects the centre of gravity in a symmetrical structure?
the types of material that the structure is built with on each side of the line of symmetry
Tell me 3 of the 5 principles of universal design.
equal, flexible, simple and informative, safe and tolerant of errors, and ergonomic