Design and innovation Content Flashcards
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What are the key aspects of the design process?
Identifying a problem, researching, generating ideas, developing solutions, manufacturing, and evaluating the final product.
Name the four main roles involved in product design and development.
Client, User, Designer, Maker.
What is the role of the client in product design?
Commissions the product, outlines needs and requirements.
What is the role of the user in product design?
Uses the final product and provides feedback based on experience.
What is the role of the designer in product development?
Generates ideas, develops concepts, creates design solutions, and communicates with the client, user and maker.
What is the role of the maker in the design process?
Manufactures the product based on the final design and specification.
List four ways to generate initial ideas for a product.
Disassembly of existing products, thought showers, user experience/trips, initial rough sketches.
Name three more techniques for developing initial ideas.
CAD modelling, physical mock-ups/models, initial prototypes.
What is product analysis?
Evaluating an existing product to assess its strengths, weaknesses, and suitability for its purpose.
Why is it important to evaluate a product against detailed specification criteria?
To check if the product meets all requirements, functions effectively, and satisfies the client and user.
How can current solutions be improved?
Through development, modification, testing and feedback.
What is CAD and why is it beneficial?
Computer-Aided Design software helps create precise, editable designs, improves accuracy, and allows easy modifications.
List four visual features used in product design.
Line, shape and form, texture, colour, proportion.
What is ergonomics in product design?
Designing products to suit the comfort, efficiency, and safety of users.
What is anthropometrics?
The use of human body measurements to inform product design.
Why are ergonomics and anthropometrics important in design?
To ensure products are safe, comfortable, efficient, and suitable for a range of users.
Explain ‘form follows function’ in product design.
The product’s appearance is shaped by how it works — functionality is the priority.
Explain ‘function follows form’ in product design.
The product’s function is influenced by its appearance — aesthetics is the priority.
Name one designer you need to study for CCEA GCSE Technology and Design.
Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby.
Name another designer in the specification.
Philippe Starck.
Name the third designer you need to know.
Bethan Gray.
Why should you study the work of well-known designers?
To understand how their products reflect design principles, materials, techniques, and meet user needs.
