3.3.6 Prototype development

Question 1

what is a prototype

Answer 1

fully functioning model that allows a design to be tested and amended before the final design is created.

Question 2

how can requirements of the brief and spec be met

Answer 2

the requirements should be continuously referred to in the prototype development as a reminder of the client needs.
If issues arise corrections can be made to the spec

Question 3

functionality of the prototype

Answer 3

should demonstrate how it works and how its suitable for its intended purpose

Question 4

how to evaluate protoypes

Answer 4

must be rigorously tested to ensure it…
-meets the design criteria
-is fit for purpose
-meets safety criteria
-follows the manufacturing specification

Question 5

Why make prototypes?

Answer 5

Comparison with other products
To visualise
Testing
Evaluate against the design brief
How it functions
Material and manufacturing experimentation