Evidence of Work
This stage of the project was a lot of learning. We revised a lot of our past work, taking advantage of hindsight. We also had to complete several drawing tutorials which showed us how to efficiently sketch product ideas. Below are pictures of some of my sketches. The other main part of this design step was our classification scheme. The classification scheme was a matrix in which we took functions from our functional decomposition and came up with multiple concepts that could accomplish each function. With help from our mentor, we polished the scheme up and selected three possible design combinations from the matrix. I then sketched a design of my choice, also shown beneath the initial sketches. Directly below this paragraph is our final classification scheme.
This stage of the project was a lot of learning. We revised a lot of our past work, taking advantage of hindsight. We also had to complete several drawing tutorials which showed us how to efficiently sketch product ideas. Below are pictures of some of my sketches. The other main part of this design step was our classification scheme. The classification scheme was a matrix in which we took functions from our functional decomposition and came up with multiple concepts that could accomplish each function. With help from our mentor, we polished the scheme up and selected three possible design combinations from the matrix. I then sketched a design of my choice, also shown beneath the initial sketches. Directly below this paragraph is our final classification scheme.
Reflection
This stage of the project went smoother than the first one. I have gotten more used to the rhythm of this school year and the intensity of work, and I believe it showed. I was able to complete my assignments in a more timely manner, and I understood them more clearly. I also communicated more often and effectively with Mr. Tronconi when I needed help. My teammates and I were in sync as well. These improvements were also partially caused by the fact that the sketching aspect was enjoyable to complete. In the future, I would rather get every assignment on time, if possible. Never-the-less, this part of the project is over now, and it is time for the next stage.
This stage of the project went smoother than the first one. I have gotten more used to the rhythm of this school year and the intensity of work, and I believe it showed. I was able to complete my assignments in a more timely manner, and I understood them more clearly. I also communicated more often and effectively with Mr. Tronconi when I needed help. My teammates and I were in sync as well. These improvements were also partially caused by the fact that the sketching aspect was enjoyable to complete. In the future, I would rather get every assignment on time, if possible. Never-the-less, this part of the project is over now, and it is time for the next stage.