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- Which of these is NOT a design methodology?
- Which of these is NOT a design methodology?
- Which of these methodologies would be described as a descriptive methodology?
- Which of these methodologies would be described as a descriptive methodology?
- This method involves creating a visual and written research diary, based on the designers direction and a supplied pack. It is usually based on observation and questioning.
- This method involves creating a visual and written research diary, based on the designers direction and a supplied pack. It is usually based on observation and questioning.
- A designer has a range of concepts they wish to evaluate. They believe it is important to consider a range of perspectives in the selection process. What design method would be most suited for them?
- A designer has a range of concepts they wish to evaluate. They believe it is important to consider a range of perspectives in the selection process. What design method would be most suited for them?
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- A designer is developing a new product which aims to improve grip strength for people with arthritis. What design method do you suggest would be useful to apply in this scenario?
- A designer is developing a new product which aims to improve grip strength for people with arthritis. What design method do you suggest would be useful to apply in this scenario?
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- What is a Product Design Specification?
- What is a Product Design Specification?
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- A designer developing a new product wishes to consider the environmental impact their product will have from sourcing of raw materials through to disposal at end of useful life. What design method would you suggest would be useful to them?
- A designer developing a new product wishes to consider the environmental impact their product will have from sourcing of raw materials through to disposal at end of useful life. What design method would you suggest would be useful to them?
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- What does the following definition refer to? 'The generation of new ideas to solve a problem.
- What does the following definition refer to? 'The generation of new ideas to solve a problem.
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- A designer has exhausted their own ideas and is struggling to come up with new ideas at concept generation. What method would you suggest they use in this scenario?
- A designer has exhausted their own ideas and is struggling to come up with new ideas at concept generation. What method would you suggest they use in this scenario?
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- What is a failure mode?
- What is a failure mode?
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- Which of these methods could be used at BOTH concept generation and concept selection/evaluation?
- Which of these methods could be used at BOTH concept generation and concept selection/evaluation?
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- Reverse, Substitute/Eliminate, Rearrange and Combine are 4 elements of Osbourne's Checklist? What are the other 4?
- Reverse, Substitute/Eliminate, Rearrange and Combine are 4 elements of Osbourne's Checklist? What are the other 4?
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- How many ideas would be generated in 20 minutes during a 6-3-5?
- How many ideas would be generated in 20 minutes during a 6-3-5?
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- To design products, equipment and services that meet the needs of most people, where possible, without the need for specialised adaptations. What are we describing here?
- To design products, equipment and services that meet the needs of most people, where possible, without the need for specialised adaptations. What are we describing here?
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- Which of these is NOT a design methodology?
- Which of these is NOT a design methodology?
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Study Notes
Design Methodologies
- Not all design approaches are methodologies (e.g., design thinking, design process)
Descriptive Methodology
- A descriptive methodology involves understanding the current situation or problem
Research Diary
- A research diary is a visual and written record of research, based on observation and questioning
- It is used to guide the design process and is usually supplied with a pack of information and direction
Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis
- This method is used to evaluate concepts and consider multiple perspectives
- It is useful when a designer has a range of concepts to evaluate and wants to consider different views
Empathic Design
- Empathic design is a methodology that involves understanding the needs of users, particularly those with disabilities
- It is useful for designing products that improve grip strength for people with arthritis
Product Design Specification
- A Product Design Specification (PDS) is a document that outlines the requirements and specifications of a product
Life Cycle Assessment
- Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a methodology that evaluates the environmental impact of a product from sourcing to disposal
- It is useful for designers who want to consider the environmental impact of their product
Ideation
- Ideation is the generation of new ideas to solve a problem
Brainstorming
- Brainstorming is a method used to generate new ideas, particularly when a designer is struggling to come up with new ideas
- It involves a group of people sharing and building on each other's ideas
Failure Mode
- A failure mode is a way in which a product or system can fail
Morphological Analysis
- Morphological analysis is a method that can be used at both concept generation and concept selection/evaluation
- It involves breaking down a problem into smaller parts and generating ideas for each part
Osbourne's Checklist
- Osbourne's Checklist is a method used to generate ideas, involving 8 elements: Reverse, Substitute/Eliminate, Rearrange, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Magnify, and Put to Another Use
6-3-5 Brainwriting
- 6-3-5 brainwriting is a method of generating ideas, where 6 people write down 3 ideas each in 5 minutes
- In 20 minutes, 18 ideas would be generated
Inclusive Design
- Inclusive design is an approach that aims to design products, equipment, and services that meet the needs of most people, without the need for specialized adaptations
- It focuses on designing for the widest range of people possible
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Test your knowledge of design methodologies and identify which one is not a valid approach. Improve your understanding of design principles and practices.
