Unit 6-F Flashcards
What should be considered in economic and environmentally friendly design?
Material selection
Energy efficiency
Waste reduction
Cost-effective production
What should be considered in relation to the product life cycle and maintenance when designing?
Durability
Ease of repair
End-of-life
Upgradability
What should be considered to design for safe use?
Ergonomics
Compliance with safety standards
Material safety
Clear instructions and warnings
Who are some examples of customers who would have specific needs?
Children
Elderly
People with physical disabilities
How could a designer consider the needs of children?
Non-toxic materials
Rounded edges
Secure fastenings
How could a designer consider the needs of the elderly?
Ease of use
Clear labelling
Large buttons or grips
How could a designer consider the needs of people with physical disabilities?
Accessibility features such as braille
Voice controls
Adaptive design
What is a real-world example of appropriate material selection?
A chair made from sustainably sourced plywood
What is a real-world example of energy efficiency in production?
Injection moulding is more energy efficient than CNC machining on mass
What is a real-world example of waste reduction and lean manufacturing?
Flat pack furniture from IKEA uses precise CNC machining
What is a real-world example of a cost-effective manufacturing process?
Using die casting in high production runs
What is a real-world example of product life cycle and end-of-life disposal being considered?
Wooden chair with detachable metal legs can be easily recycled
What is a real-world example of ethical sourcing and fair trade?
Choosing fairtrade cotton for clothing
What is a real-world example of a designer considering durability and longevity?
Stainless steel water bottle will last longer than plastic
What is a real-world example of a designer considering repairability?
A bike with standard components is easier to repair
What is a real-world example of a designer considering modular and upgradable design?
A modular smartphone (fairphone) allows replacement over full disposal
What is a real-world example of a designer considering sustainable packaging?
Product packaged in recycled cardboard over plastic
What is a real-world example of designing for young children?
A child’s chair should be stable and smooth edged
What is a real-world example of designing for the elderly?
A mobile phone for seniors should have large buttons and an emergency call button
What is a real-world example of designing for people with physical disabilities?
A door handle for people with arthritis should be a lever over a doorknob
What is a real-world example of designing for the visually impaired?
A microwave with raised tactile buttons and voice feedback
What is a real-world example of designing for the hearing impaired?
Fire alarms with flashing lights and vibrations
What is a real-world example of designing considering compliance with safety regulations?
Children’s toys must meet BS EN 71 to ensure non-toxicity and no choking hazards
What is a real-world example of designing considering ergonomics and comfort?
A computer mouse with ergonomic design reduces strain on wrists
