2_outdoor storage for tools/equipment

2_outdoor storage for tools/equipment

1. Function

   • (R) what tools or equipment would you need for a garden?
     • (R) how do users often store garden equipment?
       • (R)how can the storage protect the tools?
         • (R) outdoor storage needs to be able to store tools securely.
           • (D) How could the design be developed to help keep tools securely in place.
           • (R) does the design do more than just store tools?
             • (D) how equipment could be stored and also using the storage unit as a bench for example and how this will influence my design.
         • (D) How could the design make storage safe for tools e.g. using padlock or a code to get in to storage
       • (D) different ways of storing tools e.g. shed.
     • (D) shown in the pictures

2. Aesthetics

   • (R) colour schemes which are suitable for gardens.
     • (R)colours that will look modern in gardens. This should influence my design.
       • (R) different shapes of storge units.
         • (D) how can my design be shaped that will influence the aethetics
           • (D) It can be shaped like a garden feature e.g. plant pot... which can store tool equipment and still look attractive in the garden.
         • (R) different matterials used for outdoor storage.
           • (D) Materials used, should be able to withstand outside conditions. As this will have a negative effect on the aesthetics over time.
             • (D) should not fade in colour, metal should not rust, wood materials should not be able to rot or have a years guarantee for rot damage and other properties such as plastic should be heat resistant to prevent melting.
       • (D) colours and materials that custom with other garden features such as garden furniture
     • (D) use different colours for different parts of the storage to show what parts are important.
     • (D) Using different colours and materials that will contrast well with the garden and enhance design Aesthetics

3. Manufacture

   • (R) I will need to research current outdoor tool storage and identify mass manufacturing techniques which are used. This will give me a wider idea of what i might use for my design.It might also benefit me to look at other manufacturing techniques to see if they would be more effective for my needs.
     • 1.one-off production 2.Batch production 3.continuous flow production
     • computer aided design (CAD). 1. sensory profile software can be used in testing and can analyse rank results 2.Production flow chart can show where hazard analysis checks need to be included in the factory process.

4. Materials

   • (D) develop The function of the outdoor tool storage areas, this will allow me to narrow down what properties are important. E.G. does it need to have grip to move small storage unit around, does the material need to be non-rusting, should materials be heat resistant and waterproof, does it need to be easy to clean, should materials be light weight or strong.
   • (R) Once this is developed i will need to research materials to find appropriate ones for my design.

5. Safety

   • (R) What safety issues will i need to consider for my design and look at current tool storage and what safetey issues they use which might help me develope my design.
     • (D) I will need to develop how i want the tools to be stored - Then look at safety aspects such as; should tools be secured in place, should sharp tools be stored at a low hight to provent user getting hurt, should heavy objects be stored easily for a better acess with no lifting involved, should the storage contain a passcode or padlock to revent children from going in and finding garden chemicals and sharp objects.

6. Assembly

   • (D) I will need to develop my ideas to make it clear if they are any moving parts e.g. parts that come off, open, and doors and whether or not i want the user to be able to assemble my design and dissemble it this also means it will be suitable for flat pack furniture and easy transport for user.
   • (R) I will then need to research different assembly methods based on the decisions i make for my design.Different assembly methods can be used if i want it to be disassembled, compared to permanently assembled.

7. Ergonomics

   • (R) I will need to research the different sizes That are considered in other outdoor storage and what size of percentile is made and why.
     • Once i have developed whether i am making small storage or big storage for tools i can then start to Think of the different ergonomics i will need to consider in my design.
   • (D) I will need to develop my ideas to make it clear what parts of my design i will need to focus on for ergonomics. for example if the storage is a shed with doors should i use the largest percentile so users who are tall do not need to crouch to get in and out and prevent hazard of hitting head.
     • (D) Weight ratio - if it is small storage should it be comfortable for user to move?

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