1.54 Design for Use

Question 1

What is design for maintenance and repair

Answer 1

Designing products that can be maintained, services or repaired, rather than replaced

Question 2

What are the advantages of Design for maintenance an repair

Answer 2

-supports circular economy
-encourages sustainability by reducing waste
-reduces environmental impact over products lifecycle

Question 3

What are the design considerations for design for maintenance and repair

Answer 3

-Use standardised parts- easy to replace
-Provide access to internal components
-Use durable materials in areas prone to wear and stress

Question 4

What are examples of products with design for maintenance and repair

Answer 4

-Smartphone with removable batteries
-washing machine with replaceable motors

Question 5

What is design to be inclusive for all society

Answer 5

Creating products, systems or environments that are accessible and usable by many people regardless of age, ability, gender, culture or background

Question 6

What are the aims of design to be inclusive for all society

Answer 6

-Aims to avoid discrimination and exclusion in product design
-Recognises diversity in physical, sensory and cognitive abilities.