The fourth phase of Design-thinking
Prototype: Designers create tangible representations or prototypes of their ideas to bring them to life. Prototypes can take various forms, such as physical models, digital mock-ups, or storyboards. The goal is to create a simplified version of the solution to gather feedback and test its effectiveness.
Prototyping is more of the Road map: Its more of designing a sketch or visual of how to implement the solution.
The purpose of prototyping in design thinking is to transform abstract ideas into tangible representations that can be tested and refined. It serves as a roadmap, providing a visual guide for implementing the solution and identifying potential flaws or improvements (Friis Dam, 2022).
the sketch below:
References
Friis Dam. (2022). Stage 4 in the design thinking process: Prototype. The Interaction Design Foundation. https://www.interaction-design.org/literature/article/stage-4-in-the-design-thinking-process-prototype