DESIGN TECHNOLOGY Flashcards
What is the design brief
Design brief is is clear and statement describing the need that will be need to be fulfilled through creating a product
Whats the deal with design ?
Design is a plan on which a product or system is manufactured
What makes a design good
A design that is good has to be functionally sound and meets it purpose and also aesthetically pleasing in its appearance
Whats the deal with Aesthetic design
This refers to making a design pleasing to look at .
What the deal with Functional design
Design success refers to the aspect of design that makes it functional
Whats the deal with design success
Design successful refers to the design that has made a commercial product
Whats the deal with design process
This is the series of process a designer has gone through in order to create a product or system
FACTORS AFFECTING DESIGN
appropriateness of the design solution
appropriateness of the design solution design solution must be in context with the problem; suitable for the environment in which it will be used
FACTORS AFFECTING DESIGN
fiction
PSE needs to be functional in its given context; the performance of the design solution depends on function being a continuance factor; malfunction and function evaluation MUST be taken into account
FACTORS AFFECTING DESIGN
ergonomics
the study of how people work or participate in an environment and the equipment used by human needs to suit their shape, physique and movements they need to perform; designers
FACTORS AFFECTING DESIGN
Need
something that is wanted or required to increase a person’s quality of life, wellbeing or happiness
FACTORS AFFECTING DESIGN
short-term and long-term environmental consequences
recycling is the result of minimising waste while sustainability is about creating a process that can be maintained in an ongoing manner
FACTORS AFFECTING DESIGN
Success and failure
obsolescence
loss of value or usefulness usually over a period of time, because of wear, changing technology or user preference
FACTORS AFFECTING DESIGN
life cycle analysis
The resources include human (people, energy, skills) and non human (finances, time, tools)
FACTORS AFFECTING DESIGN
occupational health and safety
wide spectrum of policies, guidelines and activities that focus on promoting and managing health and safety at work; design should not pose any health hazards throughout its life cycle
explains the influence of trends in society on design and production
Social:
Social: refers to values; individuals and society’s sense of right and wrong in reference to the wellbeing of society and community. Individuals support different causes and some seek to ensure they remain on the social agenda
explains the influence of trends in society on design and production
global market
global market for design and production allows for international to work, design and produce The world economy has undergone radical changes during the last quarter of a century and geographical and cultural distances have shrunk with faster communication, more efficient transportation and major advances in technology
explains the influence of trends in society on design and production
Political:
legislation that influence design and production, operating to protect consumers and manufactures. Provides protection for Australia consumers in a range of areas
Trade systems also affect designing and producing
explains the influence of trends in society on design and production
Economic
environment consists of factors that affect consumer purchasing power and spending.
Designers need to consider buying power as well as the people they are designing for.
When the economy is more confident, people will accept a design that is less of a need and more of a want
explains the influence of trends in society on design and production
Environmental Issues:
There are four environmental trends that have long-term implications on designing and producing:
Shortage of raw materials – both renewable and non-renewable resources
Increasing energy costs
explains the influence of trends in society on design and production
Environmental Issues:
Increasing levels of pollution in the environment caused by the buildup of substances
Increasing government intervention in natural resource management
Explains the CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL INFLUENCES
on designing and producing:
Changing social trends: the changing lifestyles and family structures have seen opportunities for creation and design to arise
Explains the CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL INFLUENCES
Cultural diversity:
it has influenced fashion and food; bring new tools, techniques and experiences. It is important that designers are aware of the cultural diversity in our country and that we respect and celebrate cultural differences
Explains the CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL INFLUENCES
The Changing Nature of Work
trend at the end of the 20th Century was for a larger number of people employed in part-time work with flexible work hours. Technology has made significant changes in mass production of goods and enables people to work from home.
impact of design and innovation on society and the environment
Emerging technology refers to new tool and techniques used to create new designs has had a significant impact on society brought new advancements improving life , health of others and the improving the environment,
Consequences of emerging technology
Products such as DDT and asbestos can lead to birth defect , effects on the human nervous system as they are likely to increase cancer rates and lung cancer can lead to death and lower life accent
analyses the factors that influence innovation and the success of innovation
Timing –
– innovation is more likely to succeed during times of prosperity then times of economic depression.
analyses the factors that influence innovation and the success of innovation
Available and emerging technologies
Available and emerging technologies – technological discovery or invention can provide the stimulus to initiate the innovation process. Market Pull and Technology Push
analyses the factors that influence innovation and the success of innovation
Cultural Factors
institutions that affect society’s basic values, perceptions preferences and behaviour
analyses the factors that influence innovation and the success of innovation
Marketing Strategies –
to be commercially successful, a product must satisfy consumer needs. Involves evaluating the market environment, determining the demand, making decisions about supply of the product and setting achievable goals
The role of agencies that may impact upon the success of innovations Patents Office
where applications for patents are filed. The office assess whether an invention is new and IF it meets the legislative requirements
The role of agencies that may impact upon the success of innovations
Standards Australia
Standards Australia – A company that promotes publicises and develops standards. These standards help to improve efficiency and enhance quality of products
The role of agencies that may impact upon the success of innovations
Small Business Council
– represents small and medium enterprises. Aims to assist their development by initiating, participating in or overseeing projects that may benefit small businesses
