Yr. 13 Tech. 1.24 Designing Prt. 1

What materials and components should be used to aid performance?

• Lightweight alloys and high-performance composites

• Standard steel and basic plastics

• Heavy metals and low-grade materials

• Recycled materials and eco-friendly components

What physical dimensions are required?

• Length and width

• Height and depth

• Area and volume

• Mass and density

Which of the following factors need to be considered to make the product safe to use?

• Material safety

• Cost efficiency

• Aesthetic design

• Brand popularity

How can a high-quality product be assured?

• By implementing strict quality control measures

• By reducing production costs

• By increasing the speed of production

• By hiring more employees

What are the considerations in determining cost?

• Material costs

• Labor costs

• Overhead costs

• All of the above

The role of the designer when designing products is to work closely with the client, user, and manufacturer. Why is it important for the designer to establish a clear design specification with the client?

• To ensure the final product meets the client's expectations

• To reduce the cost of production

• To speed up the manufacturing process

• To avoid legal issues

Outline two examples of the type of information that the designer would need to establish from the user in order to produce designs.

• User preferences and design requirements

• Budget constraints and timeline

• Technical specifications and user demographics

• Market trends and competitor analysis

Organize these options into the right categories

Groups:

(a) Primary Research

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(b) Secondary Research

• fieldwork – physically collecting data

• handouts

• testing and experimentation

• direct contact with experts

• items from catalogues

• printed materials from companies

Outline one example of the type of information that the designer would need to establish from the manufacturer in order to produce designs.

• Material specifications

• Manufacturer's contact details

• Designer's portfolio

• Project deadline

When designing a household product such as an electric kettle, the role of the designer is to compromise on the views of many individuals. Whose views might the designer need to consider and why might there be a need to compromise?

• Manufacturers and engineers for technical feasibility

• Consumers for usability and aesthetics

• Regulatory bodies for safety standards

• All of the above