1.8 the requirements for product design and development

Successful design

A product that reaches its intended purpose

Specification criteria and fitness for purpose

Environment

Testing

Safety

Product life span

Materials

Ergonomics

Aesthetics

Performance

Product cost

Time scale

Size + weight

Maintenance

Ergonomics

The scientific study of people and their working conditions

Aesthetics

The features of a product that make it visually appealing

Task analysis

The study of individual tasks performed by consumers to allow for successful product development

User centered design

The use of end user throughout the design process. Product is focused on actual needs vs perceived needs determined by the designer

Inclusive design

The concept of designing products that will allow the maximum number of possible users to successfully use the product without discomfort

Empathic design

The process of simulating conditions experienced by potential users of products, to assist with the development of successful products.

Working prototypes

used to test mechanisms and technical principles

Rapid prototyping

Allows designers to generate parts quickly, directly from 3D models, for mockup and testing.