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What is Prototyping ?
ACTIVITY MATERIALS
Cardboard
Metal Ruler
Pencil
Markers
Cutting Blade
Masking Tape
Hot Glue Gun
String
Fasteners
Paper
What's prototyping?
Creating a model of an object
with materials in hand
In a short amount of time
Quickly test and validate assumptions
Communicate design intent with others
Assess form, materials, ergonomics
Collect feedback from end users
WHY DO WE PROTOTYPE?
Why do we prototype?
Test the functionality of an idea & Validate Assumptions
Communicate a concept quickly & Get Feedback
Visualize form & Materials
Avoid too much detail
Invite improvement
Refine & Iterate
What to consider when prototyping?
Steps Of Protyping
LOW-FIDELITY
HIGH-FIDELITY
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LOW-FI VS HIGH-FI
Low-Fi
High-Fi
James Dyson, founder of the Dyson Vacuum company, spent 5 years developing 5,127 prototypes for the G-Force vacuum, the world’s first vacuum to utilize cyclonic separation.
NUVU STUDENT EXAMPLE
Low-Cost Mask Testing Device
Low-Fidelity
High-Fidelity
NUVU STUDENT EXAMPLE
"Mindfulness Eating Kit"
Low-Fidelity
High-Fidelity
NUVU STUDENT EXAMPLE
"DNA Discovery"
Low-Fidelity
High-Fidelity
NUVU STUDENT EXAMPLE
"Extendable Garage"
Low-Fidelity
High-Fidelity
Low-Fidelity Prototypes
High-Fidelity Prototypes
Easy and fast to make
Low Cost
No special equipment needed
Can look rough-and-ready
Harder to simulate functionality
Hard to visualize aesthetics
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Great-Looking
Good for showcasing a finalized concept
Helps with "buy-in" from stakeholders
Harder/slower to produce
Higher cost
Specialty equipment / materials may be needed
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CONVERGENT
THINKING
DIVERGENT
THINKING
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CONVERGENT VS DIVERGENT THINKING
Prompt:
Design a cow mug...
CONVERGENT PROTOTYPING
"GloFlo"
Convergent Thinking
Divergent Thinking
Leads to more feasible solutions
Allows students to go "deeper" into making
Seeks to answer questions
Risk of confirmation bias
Limited creativity and innovation
Can miss out on alternative solutions
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Encourages "Out-of-the-box" ideas
Creates more opportunity for discovery
Helps students overcome bias towards "favorite" ideas
Not all ideas will be feasible
Can be overwhelming
Takes time to produce several prototypes
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DIVERGENT PROTOTYPING
"Patch"
MATERIALS
Materials
Tools
Connectors
Start with sketching
1st Iteration: Messy + Quick
2nd iteration: More precision+intention
3rd Iteration: Final Product
Programs
1st Iteration: Messy + Quick
2nd iteration: More precision+intention
Electronics
Ask for help and training if you are going to use a tool that is new to you.
If you can’t receive training from someone in your household, find a different means to work.
Read labels and instructions on any product (adhesives, paints, etc.) before use. Toxicity or fumes, means choosing a different material.
Avoid melting and burning material like plastics and foams that may create unpredictable toxic fumes.
Power tools should only be used with supervision and proper protection.
“Never work alone” & Unplug when not in use!
Hair up, sleeves, jewelry out of the way and safety glasses always.
Tips
Take things slowly. Pause frequently. Think ahead.
If you find yourself making silly mistakes take a break, clear everything off your desk and only put back what you need. Then take a stroll around the space/ yard before getting back to it.
