02. PDS Development and Idea Generation

Multiple Choice

What is the primary purpose of a design brief?

• To set out all parameters for a product

• To outline the technical specifications

• To set out the basic problem

• To determine the manufacturing cost

Multiple Choice

Which two core parts make up a design brief?

• Form and function

• Cost and timeline

• Problem to be solved and solution to be designed

• Aesthetics and ergonomics

Multiple Choice

A Product Design Specification (PDS) is described as:

• A document with basic project goals

• A detailed document outlining requirements for a product, service, or system

• A summary of design ideas

• A list of manufacturing processes

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT typically included in a PDS?

• Performance targets

• Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) considerations

• Sketching skills assessment

• Material specifications

Multiple Choice

When analysing a design brief, which set of questions helps develop ideas?

• The 5M's

• The 5W's

• The 3R's

• The 4D's

Multiple Choice

What is the relationship between form and function?

• Form should always dominate function

• Function is secondary to form in product design

• Function influences form, often following it

• Form and function are independent of each other

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a specification consideration in a PDS?

• Sales targets

• User opinions

• Cooling and mass requirements

• Fashion trends

Multiple Choice

What is a key difference between a design brief and a PDS?

• A design brief is more detailed than a PDS

• A PDS is flexible, while a design brief is not

• A PDS outlines only aesthetic considerations

• A design brief focuses on objectives, while a PDS provides technical criteria

Multiple Choice

Why is a PDS considered a 'live' document?

• It includes animations and interactive content

• It is updated and modified as the project progresses

• It is only used during the manufacturing stage

• It contains temporary project goals

Multiple Choice

Which factor is most closely related to the ergonomic principles in design?

• Cost-efficiency

• Compliance with standards

• Human comfort and usability

• Electromagnetic compatibility

Open Ended

What things can you think of that drive design changes