Anthropometrics and ergonomics

Design and technology

Why and how designers analyse products

Timber properties and processes

Polymer properties and processes

Metal properties and processes

Testing citrus fruit juicers

Form versus function fruit juicers

The work of other designers

Basic 3D sketching

Advanced 3D sketching

Mastering 3D sketching

Pupils will analyse products to identify features in the products.  They will also identify the materials, material properties and manufacturing processes used to create the products.  They will   conduct functional tests to collect and analyse data to inform design decisions.

Product analysis: encouraging healthy lifestyles

Anthropometric data is either a fixed measurement or a {{}} measurement.

What is the line called going across the histogram?

What data will ensure that the majority of users are considered by the designer?

the understanding of why people use products.

the interaction between people and products.

the study of the measurements of products.

It helps designers create visually appealing products.

It ensures that products fit a wide range of users.

It helps in determining the product's lifespan.

It increases safety and the success of the user experience.

Why is it important to consider anthropometric data when designing ergonomic products?

developing a marketing strategy to promote the product

predicting future trends and technological advancements in the industry

examining the features of the product in full detail

understanding the next stage in the product's life cycle

Which subheadings can be used to analyse a product?

Product analysis is a type of {{}} research.

When data is recorded using words, it is called __________ data.

When data is recorded using numbers, it is called __________ data.

Exit Quiz

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