Emotional Impact Sketch for Arthritis
Emotional impact cardboard prototype for Arthritis
Liquid Funnel with Braille writing
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Archives for March 2024
Week 7 Design Discussions Blog
Through Britt Young’s experiences, I have learned that there will never be a “one size fits all” for people who have disabilities. it is especially hard for people who are developing this technology if they arent the person with a disability to know exactly how to fit all the needs of a particular individual and this goes for anyone.
Disabilities are often stigmatized as “negative”, however, I think we have learned through class that they can inspire individuals to tap into their creativity to overcome challenges. For instance, Britt Young demonstrates alternative methods for everyday tasks, whether she utilizes a prosthetic arm or not. Similarly, the vegetable peeler discussed earlier in the course exemplifies how disabilities can encourage innovation and lead to the development of useful tools.
One commonly observed feature that highlights the inclusion of people with visual impairments is the presence of Braille writing on ATMs, I always noticed this at my local Chase bank ATM. Braille is a tactile writing system used by individuals with visual impairments to read and navigate various printed materials. While I am not sure if the writing system is global, encountering Braille on public infrastructure like ATMs underscores efforts to make essential services accessible to everyone, regardless of their visual abilities.
Many locations offer Braille signage for visually impaired individuals, but there is a notable absence of this feature in many other places. The lack of audio or digital signage alternatives restricts accessibility for these individuals, making it challenging for them to navigate their surroundings effectively. As a result, visually impaired individuals encounter difficulties in finding their way in various environments.
Week 6: Concept Rendering
Helmet to prevent seeing the light
I chose fabric as the material because I anticipated that wearing any other material while sleeping would be inconvenient.
I intended to place this on someone’s head, but it was challenging because I struggled to position it on this bed. I will attempt again next week.
Design Discussions Blog Submissions
I don’t have much to say regarding Marc Newson, I neither like or dislike him. While his portfolio is undoubtedly extensive and impressive, I find him to be quite humble. Although he has accomplished a lot, I don’t find him particularly interesting. However, I did find the discussion about the surfboard in his interview to be the most interesting part. In comparison, I found Dyson and Starck’s interviews more engaging because they delved deeper into the design process and the origins of their ideas.
I struggled to find a design that I truly liked. Ultimately, I selected this chair because of its futuristic and cool appearance, reminiscent of something that would appear in Star Wars. It appears to be quite comfortable, although I would have preferred it with armrests.
I dislike this dish rack because it’s marketed as convenient and portable, but it seems inconvenient unless you have only one cup. The design doesn’t seem practical to me, and while it’s compact, I’ve never seen one so small before.
Week 5 Challenge: Utilizing Sketch Models for CAD
I focused my efforts on constructing the eye cover for my prototype, considering it the most important component. I attempted to use the LA Sibyl’s recommendation to import a pre-existing 3D hat model for the base, although many of the models I found were not free, and making one from scratch posed significant challenges. Therefore, I plan to make another appointment with the LA for further improvements and to create the adjustable Helmet.
Upon completion, I realized that the rectangular shape might not be the most practical choice for framing the model. Remembering that the eye cover needs to align with the hat’s brim, I’ve acknowledged the necessity for adjustment and ensure better alignment between the eye cover and the hat’s structure.