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5th C: Conception

 

CONTEXT:

Using the checklist the designer arrives at multiple ideas to resolve the problems listed. This is a very important stage which starts with conceiving ideas, grouping them into clusters, arriving at multiple concepts and finally zeroing in on one all encompassing concept. 

SEATX:

Clusters:

  1. Foldable chair: A product which can be used and handled in confined spaces and should be compact at the same time. The product should also be lightweight, therefore, light and durable metal (eg, aluminium) can be a good option.

  1. Advantages:

    1. Portable

    2. Compact

    3. Economical

    4. Safe to use

    5. Lightweight

  2. Disadvantages:

    1. Requires manual effort

    2. Laborious

    3. Immobile


  1. Multi-purpose stick: A handheld stick with mechanisms to move in the horizontal and vertical direction. This could be done through a height changing system on the rod and a self-adjusting stick foot that helps in the horizontal motion.

  1. Advantages:

    1. Portable

    2. Lightweight

    3. Compact

    4. Economical

    5. Movable

    6. Durable

  2. Disadvantages:

    1. Unsafe

    2. Difficult to use

    3. Laborious 


  1. Hydraulic stool: As there are vehicles with different heights, the level of the seating should be adjustable. For example, a hatchback and an SUV has seats at different heights. Any mechanism can be leveraged to avail this feature. 


  1. Advantages:

    1. Minimal effort

    2. Automation

    3. Compact

  2. Disadvantages:

    1. Expensive

    2. Could be more comfortable


  1. Wheelchair: Since the product has to be movable, it should consist of wheels for mobility. Back support is necessary in order to make the product comfortable and safe. The armrest can be dropped as it would hinder the shifting of the person from the product to the vehicle.

  1. Advantages:

    1. Movable

    2. Comfortable

    3. Safe to use

    4. Portable

  2. Disadvantages:

    1. Laborious

    2. Heavy 

    3. Cannot be used in confined spaces

    4. Expensive



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