Investigating using secondary data (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Flashcards

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Investigating using secondary data
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What is secondary data in design?

Research already conducted by others, not new data collected

Ergonomics definition

Relationship between people and products, focusing on comfort and efficiency

Main goal of ergonomics

Design products to be more comfortable and efficient for users

Anthropometrics definition

Scientific study of human body measurements for product design

Normal distribution shape

Bell-shaped graph with most people near middle (average)

50th percentile meaning

Average user - half population above, half below

5th to 95th percentile represents

Middle 90% of users - main target group

Universal design approach

One design suitable for as many users as possible

Adjustable products strategy

Products users can modify to fit their individual needs

Adult male seat height range (5th-95th percentile)

385mm to 470mm

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