Design Process/Briefs

What engineering method uses a logical sequence of steps that begins with a specific problem, or perceived need, and results in a solution?

• Data collection

• Brainstorming

• Innovation

• Design process

Who would be the target consumer for this hair dryer?

• WalMart

• Kids under the age of 8

• Women ages 14 and up

• ConAir

What is the first step in the design process where you identify a problem that exists and gather information?

• Brainstorm

• Define the problem

• Explore possibilities

• Model and prototype

Which step of the design process do you test the prototype under controlled and actual conditions?

• Product improvement phase

• Test and evaluate the design using specifications

• Product enhancement

• Create or make a solution

In which step do you create a decision matrix to compare the attributes of the various ideas and analyze the tradeoffs associated with each one?

• Design statement

• Select an approach

• Refine the design

• Test and evaluate the design using specifications

Which part of the design brief would the following statements be located:

Weigh less than 8 oz

Meets all health and safety codes

• Client

• Design statement

• Constraints

• Problem statement

Which part of the design brief would the following statement be located:Design, market, test, and mass produce a portable electronic device that will allow the user to communicate by voice, texting, email, and allow the user to also surf the web.

• Problem statement

• Design statement

• Contstraints

• Redesign

In which step of the design process would the designer reassess the validity of the design criteria and make adjustments to the design brief if necessary? In this step the designer would also update the documentation of the final solution.

• Develop a design proposal

• Make a model or prototype

• Create or make a solution

• Refine the design

In which step of the design process would you present oral presentation with visual aids such as a slideshow, model, prototype etc... In this step you would also market and distribute the product.

• Explore possibilities

• Refine the design

• Communicate processes and results

• Problem statement

• Develop a design proposal

I am a designer and I have just completed my final design on a new hybrid motorcycle. Who would be a good client? Check all that apply

• Harley Davidson

• Men 20 years and older

• Fisher Price

• Ford

• Honda