Prototyping and Model Making - Students of Product Design Episode 5
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In students of product design episode 5 I look at prototypes and model making. One of the reasons industrial design projects are not successful is because the designer didn't make enough prototypes to test ideas, prove concepts and highlight problems.
Industrial designers have to make prototypes. You can never assume that just because something has been done before, you can progress straight to manufacture without prototyping your design. In this video I demonstrate this by designing a pair of pliers. A simple change to the handle means in use it pinches the palm of your hand. A quick prototype highlights this and saves time, money and embarrassment. So you have to do this phase in the design process to identify problems. But this isn't the only reason to prototype. Prototyping and model making is used to develop new mechanisms, test people's opinions, get important feed back in focus groups and trial different user interactions to work out how acceptable or feasible a new method of doing something would be.
So for me, a good prototype is not the one that looks the most beautiful or is the most well made, it's the one that answers questions and moves you forward. Sometimes these are the ones that are a complete disaster as much as the ones that work.
It can take more thought and effort to work out how to design the prototype to prove your idea, than the actual design itself. James Dyson said he had to make 5127 prototypes to get his first bag-less vacuum cleaner right, which is why today rapid prototyping is so useful, because of how accurately you can create prototypes from the data that will eventually go for manufacture. But rapid prototyping is not always cost effective or practical to use, most companies only have access to machines with relatively small bed sizes, so it's currently not the right method to use when developing anything large. There is still an important need for more traditional techniques. So don't underestimate how many questions you can answer quickly with card, sellotape,pieces of rubbish and Lego.
Students of product design complain that they can't afford materials, but I learnt that everything we surround ourselves with can be repurposed as long as you always use appropriate safety gear and act responsibly. If you are in college or university, take advantage of everything available to you, because you will rarely have access to so much fantastic equipment under one roof again and progress to prototyping as soon as you can, because it will move your designs on faster.
I hope you enjoy 'Students of Product Design Episode 5'.
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Man, I could simply replace the entire 3 year education I got in my university with your channel and would end up a better designer. Super thumbs up!
@que_dijo
9 жыл бұрын
+Adam Hajimichael lol, thats true!
@TheSombrerero
9 жыл бұрын
+Adam Hajimichael i also thought the same , you truly are a great teacher .
@producttank
9 жыл бұрын
Hey guys, thanks for the really kind comments, I'm pleased you're enjoying the videos, but kinda sad your university didn't cover this stuff. More on their way - not as quickly as I would like though. PT
@IamSeafarer
8 жыл бұрын
+Adam Hajimichael 3 years? Make that 6 in total for me, Im on my third and scheduled with an internship I will be graduating early if at 5.5 years.
@wiktoria_-ks9mz
8 жыл бұрын
+producttank dear creator of the channel if you have a workshop plz tour it I love ur videos
Hey guys, a few of you have told me about the slightly quiet sound levels. I've tried to fix this but for some reason am having problems with the audio levels in my software. Hopefully turning the volume up on what ever hardware your using will be enough for you to watch the video. All the best. PT
@uditagnihotry5331
8 жыл бұрын
+producttank actually it is the optimized sound levels. its quiet peaceful to learn form you, i must say. dont increase the sound levels its absolutely perfect . and thank you for your videos, it makes a difference.
@spiritzweispirit1st638
5 жыл бұрын
@@uditagnihotry5331 Totally Agree!👍✌☺🔣
I am a second year product design student and your videos are very helpful. You are a blessing! I think you have the best videos on design.
Awesome videos! I'm in 10th grade right now and your videos really make me consider studying product design after I finish school. Keep up the great work!
I've wasted so many years doing nothing with my ingenuity and hands outside of becoming a culinary chef. Thinking & tinkering is what i was born to do but lacked direction but, thanks to you, i now know what i want to do with my time left on this earth. Cheers!!
Nice video on prototyping and model making. Thanks for creating your series. We're adding it to our playlist of helpful videos on product design and development. Thanks!
You are amazing. I’m a student who is passionate about industrial design and trying to apply for university in US. Your videos really encourage me and broaden my horizons.
Thank you for these wonderful videos. I think we are kindred spirits :D, as I can identify so many things you show (especially saving and using bits and part from everything) with my own practice.
It’s kinda interesting that the best tutor yet in my life lives many thousand miles away, and what is more interesting - he shrinks massive lectures and years of studying books into quarter-hour videos - and does it his own, unique way. I am totally glad I have found your channel. Many thanks to you for clarifying things to me! And greetings from Russia. Keep it up!
@producttank
6 жыл бұрын
Hi Yakov, thank you for your kind words. I haven't made any videos for a while, but there are a lot more planned, hopefully soon. PT
Priceless video! I literally feel,that this advises is from your heart. Thank you so much, you make world better. I really want to help you in order to say thank you. Peace&Happiness from Kazahstan
Not only was this video informative, it was really motivating. Thanks so much. I am an aspiring inventor whom has been sitting on an idea for a few years now. This video was great.
Hey! Please make these videos more often. They are extremely helpful :)
This is a great series of videos! I have just found your channel and I immediately subscribed. In two weeks, my freshman year of university starts and I will be studying Product Design and Development in Antwerp (Belgium). This series gave me a great insight and has made me even more excited about going to uni! Thanks man and keep up the good work!
@samitechdesign7836
4 жыл бұрын
and, Now are you graduated? :D
Another incredibly helpful video. You explain everything in a calm and idiot proof way, thank you so much!
I spent months trying to find a manufacturer to build my design to test the market. Instead, I will try this method first to save money and work through any problems that may occur. Thank you.
I love the video. I found this video very useful and inspirational. I always wanted to invent my own gadgets. I love gadgets. You are one shrewd designer/inventor. You the man! All the best! Keep up with the great ideas. Thanks for inspiring me.
now i know i wasted time at uni ur channel is what i was looking for thanks for sharing such a good ,huge info!
@producttank
8 күн бұрын
@@reemgurashisa-em2wj thank you for your kind comment, I'm pleased the videos are helping. PT
i must say that ,,, you are a very interesting person.. and very unique ... i love your work and ideas ,... and the ways you think , thank you so much ... i really believe education will become a big part from youtube soon. :)
Wow! I just found this channel! Great presentation.
This channel is a gem of KZread.
might be 3 years old, but just as relevant today. Using your videos to pick up my portfolio work!! thank you!
Good genuine advice, I'm so glad this channel exists
@sarahjoybrittain5009
5 жыл бұрын
Hes so good!
Wow great advice, I honestly thought I had a problem when I always saw potential in old or abandoned devices.
I really love the series, saw the 5 episodes in one day. I've always wondered why there is so little about the design of products in relation to the graphics area, but seeing your series I realize there's a new way around this. Now I am in third year of industrial design, it is sometimes very frustrating not knowing how to get to an optimal result, sometimes I think the result will be immediate, and everything will be fine, but maybe I'm not seeing things properly. Well, I'm designing a line of camping or outdoor, linked to a specific area with a particular climate, it makes me wonder, what makes a design is associated with a context? a situation? I mean it is as if the design will speak to you and said this is for "this place". I need probably see, have more open eyes to the forms, language. And! you're a super thumbs up!
Wow! Making quick prototypes out of cheap material! Great idea! Now I can start inventing things. Thanks for the video!
your videos are just amazing I thank you so much you got a real talent in teaching people, you give many informations in direct, real and effective way, I can't find the best words to express my feeling, AWESONE
Thank you, It's really awesome. 我來自台灣，對英文不太熟悉。但我很高興能看到你的影片。
I just graduated from a decent art & design college in ID. Did very well in my classes (3.59 GPA) but missed out when it came to practical work experience (only had a single 1 year internship) and I've been beating myself up that I cannot find work and second guessing my skills. Just found your channel. Now I feel motivated to not just look for ID jobs, but to also continue in creating my own projects and add them into my portfolio. Because I can do this and so can all of you!
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
Hey M_Project, you're absolutely right, with so many people graduating at the same time with similar (ish) skills, one of the main things that gets you a design position is how determined you are, so definitely don't give up. Even if you decide to go sideways and try a different job, the skills you've learnt and honed will stand you in good stead. The best thing is keeping up those skills, doing projects, making things with your hands, is a really enjoyable thing to do anyway. It's ok to take a break, just come back stronger. Good luck. PT
How come I learn more on KZread than in school and I will get a job mostly because people have thheeee best tutorials, props to you!
WOw cool designs you have! Love that wheelbarrow, pretty heavy to lift items or not? The Lego gimbal is cool, works with rubber bands hahah
A truly excellent video! Thank you for making it! BTW, I wholeheartedly agree with your point that users must be included in the development process. Based on my experience in the software industry, the number one reason for failure is "Ivory Tower Syndrome". That is the designers' false (and arrogant) assumption that they are so super smart that user feedback is unnecessary. I've actually heard software engineers defend themselves against customer complaints by saying, "We don't want customers who are too stupid to use our product right."
@producttank
9 жыл бұрын
Hi TitusLivy777, sounds like the problem is common across all creative industries, it's a difficult one to fix, I guess we all suffer from it from time to time. Glad you enjoyed the video. PT
Very interesting and educational. You talk very clearly!
Big thanks for your intuitiveness
You have the best video on design, man, you inspire me alot :D !
I'm couraged by this video!! Thanks
Coming from a person who's dedicated their entire youtube channel to building model boats and hobby boats, I can relate and take a low of information away from this. Thank you so much.
-please creat a full course detailed and i will buy it!!! I loved these 5 videos and you really did an excellent work! GJ
@producttank
Жыл бұрын
Hi Coffee Addict, there's 8 videos in the series, so there are a few others for you to watch if you want. PT
You inspired me Bro... ❤️❤️❤️ your a blessing to me. thank you.❤️🏆🏆🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
Such a fabulous video ! Thanks :)
Wow, just amazing. which manafacturing method is used for final potato peeler , is it injection molding?
Wow! I loved your video 😍
Wonderful as always! :D
amazing I'm really intrested in following this career
Really a nice presentation and i like it very much
Amazing Video!
This was soooo helpful. Thank you.
Brilliant video! Thank you very much.
great video man, this just made me move on with a product
Very Informative Video
thank you so much for your time for making this videos. Is it possible to have a new video discussing about how you can protect your work? I've seen a lot of good ideas on this channel, but I'm surprised nobody copied them....yet :)
Awesome, you're the McGywer of product design!
I have boxes of old machinery around the house and my parents are irritated about it. To them it boxes of junk, to me it's a potential new invention.
great work
I am feeling like I have wasted my 4+2 yrs in Engineering till I got to know about this Channel.
Great video!
are you the Product Whisperer?
@lillylightlove4229
5 жыл бұрын
:)
keep up the good work !!
just want to mention, that pepper grinder prototype looks sick
Nice vídeo!!
👌👏👏 Really helpful.. Thanks 💖
wow. this was really useful. thanks
You are gold!
Hey PT. Love your videos. Can you explain the difference between product design and industrial design? Thanks.
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
+Kunwarbir Singh, for me they are the same thing, it's just that people started calling it industrial design a long time ago and then other people felt that industrial wasn't as accurate a term as product design. It's an ongoing debate with lots of different opinions, but personally there isn't any difference between the two terms and you see them mixed up all the time. PT
Hi, I'm an id student and I love your videos they're very helpful. Which brand of markers do you reccomend for sketching? Thanks
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
Hi Charlotte, if you watch students of product design episode 3 I show you all the drawing tools I use. I've never had any problems with letraset Pro Markers and the colour range from Spectrum Noir are good too. Thanks for watching. PT
Hi, How did you manage to replace all the fancy tools you used in university? Im still learning babysteps of prototyping, and the idea of not having access to machines, at least a bandsaw or a power drill scares me. Even rn Im having trouble searching places where I can use some power tools since im taking a time off
@producttank
6 жыл бұрын
Hi ttuwtwo, I let go of nearly all the fancy machines, but it was just too painful not having a bandsaw and pillar drill, so I bought these two things as they are just so helpful to have.
Please make a video how to manufacture or prepare what you shown in the video
amazed tq
Hi Product tank. I love ur videos, very informative and upto date. May I know the name of your design agency and ur name as well. Thanks for ur wonderful video, waiting for more of them
GREETINGS FROM MEXICO!
i need a prototype made for my assignment can you help me an idea
Thanks for videos! Do you think buying 3d printer is a good idea? thanks for reply!
@producttank
6 жыл бұрын
Hi nemidonman, 3D printers are great as long as you have the cad software and computer to run one and plenty of projects you want to do, otherwise they are expensive and there are other ways to prototype or you can send files to a 3D printing company if you only have a few models you want to produce. PT
how much does it cost for hiring a designer to design your product and cad file
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
+wowla designers will either give you an hourly rate and an estimate of the time it will take, or a set fee, but it's totally dependent on what product you've designed and how complex it is. It's best to find a local designer you can talk to face to face for advice. No designer worth their salt will ask for money up front. PT
What products have you brought to the market ,do you work for a company or alone ? so many questions as im a product design student
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
Hi NumbMuzik, I worked as a consultancy designer for 7 years and on my own or in small teams developed lots of products that were put in to production. I worked on ranges of kitchen utensils, speaker masts for train stations, torches, medical equipment, toys, cleaning equipment, library furniture, vehicle tracking devices, precision testing equipment, to name a few. All of it went to production. If you have lots of questions, send me a private message with a list and I'll do my best to answer them for you. PT
brilliant
very useful in interesting
Your videos have been practical for us. However, it will be improved if you can speak louder. Really appreciate your effort :)
Hi, Do you design prototype product design and videos on a commercial basis?
@producttank
6 жыл бұрын
Hi Technology & Life, thanks for reaching out, the videos are just a hobby. PT
wait. you were in university 20 years ago and you still look like that ? did you design the fountain of youth or something ?
Could someone tell me the name of the paper he uses?
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
Hi Alex, I just use standard A4 copier paper bought in a 500 sheet pack, I don't have any favourites, I just use what ever I can find at the time. With some brands the markers bleed a bit more than others, but this can easily be allowed for or hidden by a black outline. PT
I'm so lost. I have no idea how to make and put my prototype together
Great videos! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. @11:23 when you say, "When I was young..." :O how old are you btw?
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
Hi Aditya, sadly I'm almost 40.
What and where you study?
Dear young man, you ought to stop worry. I was teenage, I was learned my drafting engineering. My team made modeling, but wet tried lot of failure, it's not matter. But we finally succeed our models.
Really the loving the series, it's well produced and a great mix of examples, anecdotes and advice. please take this with a pinch of salt but while your audio is well balanced, I do find it pretty quiet when compared with other youtube videos, not a big deal but a few more Bd might be nicer?
@producttank
9 жыл бұрын
Hey Tim, you're right I'm having lots of problems with my audio, it's fine (to me) through head phones when I mix it, but comes out really quiet when uploaded. I'm working on it and may re-upload this video, it's been worse since I upgraded to windows10. I'm very frustrated by it, so am sorry you've experienced it too. PT
Hello, my name is Miguel Diganchi. I am an Argentinian Computer Engineer, Software Architect, System Analyst, and Multiplatform Application Development Technician who loves to build digital solutions. One of my favorite things in the multiverse is designing and building user interfaces and business prototypes. What are you waiting for? If you are ready, we can start by walking to the future by creating your next digital company!
this man is staring into my soul
can you make a episode with steps how you use program to make shadow and light by steps..
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
Hey llir, do you mean when rendering in something like photoshop? PT
@i.a.3149
8 жыл бұрын
producttank yes..
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
Hi Ilir, I sort of cover this in episode 4 about rendering, but will see what I can do in episode 7 about portfolios.
@i.a.3149
8 жыл бұрын
ok thx..
Great video! Prototypes aren't just functional, those are called "works-like" prototypes while visual prototypes, which you refer to as "models" are called "looks-like" prototypes
At 7:38 i just had to scream out "...shit..."
Very cool video. Have you made millions from your inventions?
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
The short answer is no, I'm poorer money wise than when I started but richer in other ways.
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
The short answer is no. PT
Small detail: in science you first have a hypothesis* A theory comes at the end, when you have enough supporting data. Otherwise great video!
I'm starting a product design course in a week. I'm so nernous...
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
Hey Mary12gp, good luck with your course, I'm sure you'll really enjoy it. PT
These are easy and all of them are static machines, how can a working moving part machine be made as a prototype ?
can i ask you something ? how to increase your innovation ? step by step about innovation
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
+Yakob adnan sutamin hi, it really depends on the project, there are loads of ways to increase innovation, I look into this a little bit in episode 1. Hopefully this will give you a few ideas if you haven't seen it already. PT
@yakobadnansutamin7339
8 жыл бұрын
+producttank thank you coach, for answering the question. if you do not mind can I ask you again? i have a little bit confused about how to make prototypes because i don't have a lot of materials and how to learning for product design sketch ?
@yakobadnansutamin7339
8 жыл бұрын
+producttank I'm sorry sir because I ask a lot of question for you hehe, I am still a beginner and very keen to learn because I think this is my passion. thanks coach
@producttank
8 жыл бұрын
Hi Yacob, Depending on the project, you can make prototypes from anything, paper, clay, plasticine, wire, pretty much anything you can find. But making prototypes is only worthwhile if they answer questions and move you closer to a finished design. Depending on the project you could make lots of prototypes and do very little sketching or it could be the other way around, but you're always asking 'what if?' What if I tried this, what would happen etc. PT
@yakobadnansutamin7339
8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for information sir, i am very appreciate with your answer my question. As a beginner, to be honest you have the skill and imagination that I think is great, what should I do to have the same knowledge as you are in the field of innovation?
Hypothesis comes before theory. In science, you can never have a proof, only a theory at best.
Ok
Im surprised he doesnt own a 3d printer: any shape made from plastic. Sla printers: near injection molding quality And affordable too
Yo
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4 жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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4 жыл бұрын
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3 жыл бұрын
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