Learning objective
Identify and investigate design possibilities arising from the needs and wants of a client or user.
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Substantial design-and-make project
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Design-and-make project requirements
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Quick explanation
Identify and investigate design possibilities arising from the needs and wants of a client or user
- This point belongs to Substantial design-and-make project, especially Design-and-make project requirements.
- You need to be able to identify and investigate design possibilities arising from the needs and wants of a client or user.
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Why it matters
This objective helps connect Design-and-make project requirements to exam-style questions, flashcards, and revision notes for Substantial design-and-make project.
Quick student answer
Which of the following materials is most suitable for creating a lightweight, durable product?
Direct answer
Aluminium is the most suitable material for creating lightweight and durable products due to its high strength-to-weight ratio.
Key terms
- Prototyping: The process of creating a preliminary model of a product to test and validate design concepts.
- Material properties: Characteristics of materials, such as strength, flexibility, and thermal conductivity, that influence their suitability for specific applications.
Common trap
Neglecting user feedback: Engage users through surveys or focus groups to gather insights and improve the design.
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