Project 1 - Design and Development of Crutch ( Medical Technology)
1.Market analysis for crutch;
the rise in the geriatric population,musculoskeletal disorders,and the growing prevalence of osteoporosis,and arthritis is expected to fuel the growth of the crutches market
a surge in the proportion of admissions to rehabilitation centers due to rising instances of substance abuse and alcohol additions is likely to accelerate the use of crutches
as patients tend to lose their balance during these programs
the global crutches market report provides a holistic evaluation of the market
Addressable market size;
the global medical crutches market size was valued at usd 727.4 million in 2022
expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 6.5% from 2023-2030
this growth can be atributed to the high number of surgeries performed worldwide
which is contributing to the demand for medical crutches
the global market is expected to witness expansion in the future
State of the art products;
if you describe something as state-of -the -art, you mean that it is the best available because it has been made using the most modern techniques and technology
eg.the production of state-of -the-art military equipment
Key players in the market;
customers
suppliers
competitors
complementors
subtitutors
speculators
hedgers
market makers
institutions
Industry trends;
the covid-19 outbreak significantly impacted the crutches market
the pandemic related supply chain delay caused a global aluminum shortagee and hospitals across the US
the covid-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the market during the initial phases
the covid -19 cases started to decline,the market started to show normal pre-pandemic level growth
2.Customer needs of crutch;
the una crutch keeps two crutches together when only oneis in use
a single crutch can support the load of a patient
reduce the cost of production for the una crutch
produce una crutch using a different material
develop the ergonomics of the una crutch
una crutch can be used outdoors and indoors
make una crutch height adjustable
develop a different mechanism to hold the crutches together
design una crutch so it is appealing in style to the younger generation
Features;
the deign includes an axilla bar
a handpiece
double uprights joined distally by a single leg
adjustable in height
both the overall height and handgrip height can be adjusted
importance;
provide temporary support
if you're struggling to balance or need to take weight off of one,or both of your legs
they can feel more stable
secure than a walking stick
but less than a walking frame
product specifications;
each crutch weighs 730g/1lb 6oz
maximum user weight 150kg/330lb
aluminium cane 18mm diameter
ferrules are 18mm
approved accroding to UNE EN ISO11334-l
rorating and removable arm cuff
product requirement document;
the guide includes specifications for 26 prioritised assistie products,covering mobility,hearing,vision,communication ,cognition and self-care
products range from rollators,hearing aids and portable ramps through to wheelchair seat cushions,walking frame
the main aim of WHO's guides is to ensure countries get supply of good qual+ity and affordable assistive products
3.Computer;
concept of the computer;
A computer is a device that accepts information
manipulates it for some result based on a program,software
sequence of instructions on how the data is to be processed
concept generation based on customer feedback;
concept generation is a procedure that begins with a set of customer needs and target specifications
results in an array of product concept design alternatives from which a final design
there are two components in the concept generation stage
ideation and then concept screening
each component comes with its own set of rules and guidelines
yet we can combine and break down the whole stage into a generic five step process
concept of operation;
an operation,in computing is an action that is carried out to accomplish a given task
there are five basic types of computer operations
inputting
processing
outputting
storing
controlling
computer operations are executed by the five primary functional units that make up a computer system
WBS in the pdf.
Schematic architechture of computer is in the pdf.
explores how machines are designed,built and operate
knowing what's inside and how it works will help you design
implement applications better,faster,cheaper more efficient and easier
you will be able to make informed decisions instead of guesstimating and assuming
Mechanical interface;
A mechanical interface for providing high bandwidth and low noise mechanical input output for computer systems
A gimbal coupled mechanisms includes multiple members that are pivotally coupled to each other
to provide two revoulte degrees of freedom to a user manipulatable about an intersection of the axes of rotation
transducers associated with the provided degrees of freedom include sensors and actuators
electrical interface;
electronic interfaces are vital for communication between systems
USB ,firewire,ethernet,etc.
regularly used in nearly all electronic applications
with the rise in cabled networks,the network equipment or the ethernet interface is becoming increasingly important
human-machine interface;
the hardware or software through which an operator interacts with a controller
an HMI can range from a physical control panel with buttons
indicator lights to an industrial PC with a color graphics display running dedicated HMI software.
4.Dishwasher;
Development plan;
In the concept development phase,the needs of the target market are identified
alternative product concepts are generated and evaluated
one or more concepts are selected for further development and testing
industrial design concepts are developed and experimental test prototypes are built
Dishwasher roadmap in the pdf.
MISSSION statement;
Mission statement
product description - Dishwasher with rechargeable battery for remove soil in the things
benefits statement - powerful rorating sparyers for deep cleaning process
lightweight and movable
remote control and easy to use
business objectives - low in price
customers well satisfied
core market - asia -pacific typical household with demand
stakeholders - existing and new customers
retailers and stores
manufacturing and supply chain partners
types of staffs need;
program manager
project manager
UX designer
QA tester
data scientist
ten members need to accomplish the IPD work
Budget requirements;
date description amount
04.04.2023 planned ending units of inventory $1,000
04.04.2023 sales unit $9,000
05.04.2023 total production required $12,000
05.04.2023 begginning inventory of finshed goods $2,5000
final design phases;
final design phase means the time during which design is completed
permits and other permissions are secured
so that the project consistent with the project management plan
can proceed to implementation
product verification and validation phase;
product developers achieve verification using an array of methods that can include
inspection,demonstration,physical testing,and simulation
validation testing is confirmation that a product meets its intended use and the needs of its users
product launch phases;
creating a product launch timetable
identifying relevant KPIs
defining your target audience
choosing distribution channels
5. In Aesthetics;
select the colours,materials,and finishes that support your product's function
flatter your product's form and entice your customer
make sure that your medley of colours,materials, and finishes complement one another for a cohesive theme
In Ergonomic;
determine optimum product size,shape and form
determine what is the easiest product design to use
identify suitable characteristics that should be considered during design
identify potential areas for innovation and revolutionary design
Approachable innovation;
product innovation helps companies stay relevant in their market
continue growing and improving over time
A company's ability to innovate is considered essential for it's long time viability
companies need to venture out of there comfort zone and get creative when designing new products
Industrial design drawings in the pdf.