A designer is developing a new gaming system. As part of the research he observes many gamers in action. What type of data is he collecting?
Primary Data
Instantly recognizable
The level of vigilance, readiness or caution of an individual
Alertness
Define obsolescence.
This is the stage in a product life cycle where the product is no longer needed even though it functions as well as it did when first manufactured. Classic designs tend to transcend obsolescence and become desired objects long after they have ceased to be manufactured
Give a brief account or summary
What is Outline
What is ergonomics?
Define status in classic design.
High value or increase in social status.
The way in which something is regarded, understood or interpreted.
Perception
Define mass production in relation to classic design.
Obtain an approximate value
What is Distinguish
Compare and contrast static data vs dynamic data.
Static: collected when a user is still
Dynamic: collected when a user is in motion.
What is a dominant design?
Standard of its time- others imitate this.
When people are put under physical or mental stress/activities for extended periods
Fatigue
Define ubiquitous.
In the context of classic design, a product that is ubiquitous is one that can be found almost everywhere. For example, a mobile phone.
Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure
What is Analyse
Explain why percentile ranges are important.
Percentile ranges are the proportion of a population with a dimension at or less than a given value.
Define culture in classic design.
In the context of classic design, culture plays an important part. They often reflect cultural influences and mark transition points within a particular culture. The culture of concern may be national, religious or a sub-culture, such as a particular youth culture or movement
the research and analysis of the mechanics of living organisms
Biomechanics
Define retrostyling.
A design that uses the form and decoration from a particular period of time and/or style.
Reach a conclusion form the information given
What is Deduce
A designer created 5 different helmet sizes to protect from falls. These all were commissioned with different maximums for head size. What strategy is the designer using?
Range of sizes
Compare and contrast practical function vs psychological function.
Practical: function and does its intended use
Psychological: concerned with emotional reactions
Define anthropometric data.
The aspect of ergonomics that deals with body measurements, particularly those of size, strength and physical capacity.
Discuss planned obsolescence.
Intentionally limiting the life of a product.
Make clear the differences between two or more concepts or items
What is Distinguish