A-LEVEL PRODUCT DESIGN PAPER 2 CHALLEGES SET2022-2023 ,QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS RATED A+ What does an iterative design process involve? - ANSWER -A cycle of prototyping, testing and evaluation in order to achieve the best result. What makes a successful product? - ANSWER -Understanding the needs and wants of the customer. Examples of investigating issues in order to design well. - ANSWER Market Research, Interviews and focus groups, human factors,product analysis and evaluation, and ergonomic and anthropometric data. What is the difference between primary and secondary research? - ANSWER -Primary research is information gathered through selfconducted research methods, while secondary research is information gathered from previously conducted studies What does anthropometrics mean? - ANSWER -Study of the size and proportions of the human body. What does correct application of anthropometric data result in? - ANSWER -Environments and products that are ergonomic. What can happen if ergonomics are incorrect? - ANSWER -Products can be uncomfortable/painful to use, difficult to operate. What does research allow the designer to do? - ANSWER -Develop designs and models, research should be ongoing.Ways of prototyping - ANSWER -CAD/CAM or by hand. Disadvantages of CAD/CAM? - ANSWER -Requires experience/training to operate, can take a long time to