Chater 6 Flashcards
What is iterative design?
Making small steps with constant changes as feedback is gained
What is feedback used for?
To refine and modify areas
What are primary data sources?
- Interviews
- Questionnaires
- Taking measurements
What are secondary data sources?
Other people have gathered the info
Eg, articles, newspapers
What is ergonomics?
The study of human interactions with objects. Scientific study. Measures physical + emotional connections to the physical world
How does ergonomic help designers?
- Need to make a product that appeals to large audience
- Find out what people like + dislike and why
What is anthropometric?
Branch of ergonomics that studies the measurement of humans
What should design and manufacturing specification include?
- Detailed points relating to products form and function
- Possible measurements
How can collaborating with people help with design?
- Good way of getting creativity flowing
- Range of ideas produced
What is user centred design?
Based around the understanding and fulfilling the wants, needs and limitations of the client or users of the product. Helps understand the potential issue
How can you avoid design fixation?
- Work with others
- Stop drawing and start making
- Get some failures out of the way
What are the 3 types of testing?
- Non-destructive testing : evaluate a product without causing damage
- Destructive testing: tests used to see how the product responds under extreme conditions
- Market testing: product given to client and user to see how it performs in use
What are exploded drawings?
- shows every component of the product, they are drawn separated from each other
