Development of the Solution / Analysis

This step and the Modelling and Prototyping step account for the most work in the Design Process. Now the details of the solution are defined and preparation is made for the completion of the next step. The chosen solution is created, built, made, etc.

The developmental work will include:

Schematics & Drawings - create the 3D sketch for your item- you may need to do detailed hand drawings for some of the systems (such as moving parts, etc.) before using CAD.

If using CAD to sketch, please save some drawings of each version and put them in your ePortfolio.

At this point you can start your Prototyping - it can be done using a 3D modelling program such as Fusion 360, Autodesk Inventor, Onshape, TinkerCAD or Google Sketch Up. Submit all part and assembly files. Email your teacher with how you are planning on do the CAD and they will tell you how to present those designs. You do not need to include a 2D drawing HOWEVER - updated dimensions for the overall size of the part should be included in your journal entries as you will need to estimate the cost of the part.

3) Journals - Keep a daily record of any issues, concerns, thoughts and problem solving that arise during the Development, Modelling and Testing steps of the design process. Your journals should be submitted  in your ePortfolio.. This will help you explain your design process in Step 8: Presentation.

Assignment: Development Journals

Post your journals weekly to your Assignment folder. If you have questions, ask your teacher. Point form is fine. This will help you keep track of any changes and problems you encountered and solved.

Name them "Step 4: Prototype".