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DESIGN STATEMENT
DESIGN STATEMENT
The product will efficiently combat windshield glare from all sources at any time of day. The product will fit in all cars and will not distract the driver or obscure their vision.
TARGET POPULATION
TARGET POPULATION
The target population for this product is car owners and frequent drivers from all over the world who struggle with windshield glare.
DESIGN CRITERIA
DESIGN CRITERIA
1) Device must be compact
1) Device must be compact
(Photo on the left reflects proper visor measurements)
Parameter: In order to fit in most cars the visor must be around 7 inches horizontally and 2.6 inches downwards
Research: In an average car the visor has with stood a regular length of 6.2 inches horizontally and another 2 inches downwards.
Citation: (n.d.). THE DRIVE. Best Sun Visor Extenders: Reduce Glare While You Drive. Retrieved October 13, 2020, from https://www.thedrive.com/reviews/29913/best-sun-visor-extenders
2) Device must easily be installed and ACCESSIBLE
2) Device must easily be installed and ACCESSIBLE
(Photo on the left reflects easily installed and accessible anti-glare visor)
Parameter: It can not be more than an inch thick in order to allow the visor to lay flat against the cars existing visor and not obstruct vision. By configuring with the cars existing the visor can easily be applied and removed.
Research: The visor extender should connect easily to the installed visor in the vehicle by attaching directly with either sturdy aluminum clamps, screws, or Velcro straps. Offer full coverage and can be removed when not in use.
Citation: (n.d.). THE DRIVE. Best Sun Visor Extenders: Reduce Glare While You Drive. Retrieved October 13, 2020, from https://www.thedrive.com/reviews/29913/best-sun-visor-extenders
3) Device must be Durable and safe
3) Device must be Durable and safe
Parameter: Must be shatterproof in the event of a crash. A well-made and high-quality extender that connects directly to the visor ensures proper durability and is sturdy so it doesn’t fall off when you drive. Extenders that attach to the windows.
Research: This anti-glare visor has two retractable sliders that extend outwards and downwards to block UV rays coming through the side window or windshield without blocking your driving vision.
Citation: (n.d.). Best Brand. Top 10 Best Anti-Glare Visor For Driving Day and Night – Buying Guide . Retrieved October 12, 2020, from https://bestbrandreviews.com/car-day-and-night-anti-glare-visor-you-should-check/
4) device must be VERSATILE
4) device must be VERSATILE
Parameter: The device must combat glare at any time of day and effectively adapt to any presented circumstances that the driver is within
Research: Driver needs to have control while driving by using a sun visor extender the driver would be able to see better all day whether the sun is setting or rising. Protect against UVA and UVB harmful rays
Citation: (n.d.). THE DRIVE. Best Sun Visor Extenders: Reduce Glare While You Drive. Retrieved October 13, 2020, from https://www.thedrive.com/reviews/29913/best-sun-visor-extenders
DESIGN CONSTRAINTS:
DESIGN CONSTRAINTS:
1) Time:
1) Time:
The team has planned to complete an effective prototype that will appropriately combat glare along with a presentation and detailed works that will come completed by December 2.
2) Money:
2) Money:
The team will each cooperate to build a visor that will cost less than $25 dollars for consumers to purchase as well as easily accessible. While enforcing that it can be built with effective materials and supplies that each member will cooperate in purchasing with less than $20 each.
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