2.1 Sources of Information and Data

Question 1

Name some primary investigation techniques

Answer 1

Interviewing potential users
Focus groups
Market research
Analysing, disassembling and evaluating existing products
Practical testing of materials, components, construction methods and finishes
Considering ergonomic factors by observing a customer using the product

Question 2

Name some secondary investigation techniques

Answer 2

Exploring historical and contemporary designers or design movements to identify styling influences
Identifying suitable components, materials and construction methods
Obtaining anthropometric data relevant to the age group of the target market

Question 3

What are anthropometrics?

Answer 3

body measurements

Question 4

What are ergonomics?

Answer 4

concerns the design of products that are easy or comfortable to use. Ergonomics is the study of the interaction between products and humans