Prototyping and Modelmaking for Product Design

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HOW PROTOTYPES ARE USED

Physical prototypes are used in myriad ways to solve problems and develop a better understanding of design requirements. In conjunction with sketches and other design methods they aid in: idea exploration, user testing, communication, design verification, and standards testing. A single prototype often has more than one function: for example, exploration often involves some simple user testing as well. The following categorizations are not meant to be prescriptive, but rather draw attention to the many uses of prototypes.

Carleton University students, to complement some of their early concepts for a new baby stroller ...