Design Step 3 

Introduction: In Design Step 3, our main focus was on refining our prototype, ensuring that it aligned more closely with our goals and addressing any potential issues that had surfaced in earlier stages. We dedicated a significant amount of time to fine-tuning the design, adjusting elements, and enhancing the user experience to make it more effective and efficient. Alongside this, we shared our findings throughout the process, offering insights into the challenges we encountered, the solutions we developed, and the improvements we made. This phase was crucial not only for perfecting the prototype but also for documenting our journey and the lessons learned, which would inform the next steps in the design process. The exchange of ideas and feedback during this stage helped us gain a deeper understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of our design, ultimately allowing us to make more informed decisions moving forward.

3D Modeling: An important part of this process involved 3D modeling our design, which allowed us to visualize and refine the elements that would be incorporated into the final product. By creating a detailed 3D representation, we were able to present a realistic depiction of what the design would ultimately look like, providing a clearer understanding for potential buyers. This not only helped us fine-tune the design but also enabled us to showcase an accurate, tangible version of the product that people could envision purchasing, making it easier to convey the concept and generate interest.

Presentation to Board/Open House: This step involved several important presentations that provided an opportunity for us to share our findings and showcase our prototype to both the STEM board and parents. These presentations were crucial in communicating the progress we had made, highlighting key aspects of our design, and gathering valuable feedback from a broader audience. By presenting our work to both the board and parents, we were able to gain different perspectives, address any questions or concerns, and ensure that our project was on the right track before moving forward. Additionally, we are planning to present the final product at the end of the year, where we will showcase the completed design and demonstrate how it has evolved based on the feedback received throughout the process. This final presentation will be an opportunity to highlight our achievements and the impact of the project as a whole. Below, are a few important slides from  our presentation we used for the Open House. 

Conclusion: In conclusion, the design process has been a rewarding and collaborative experience that allowed us to grow and improve our project step by step. From the beginning, we focused on refining our prototype, making sure it met our goals and addressed any issues that came up along the way. A key part of this was using 3D modeling, which gave us a realistic view of what our design would look like in the final product. This helped us make sure our design was clear and easy to understand for others, especially potential buyers. Throughout the process, we had several important presentations where we shared our progress and findings with the STEM board and parents. These presentations gave us the chance to gather valuable feedback, answer questions, and make necessary adjustments to our design. By presenting our work to different groups, we were able to see our project from different perspectives, which helped us improve it. As we approach the end of the year, we are excited to present the final version of our product. This will be a chance for us to show all the hard work we’ve put in and demonstrate how our design has evolved from the beginning. Overall, the experience has been incredibly valuable in teaching us how to work together, refine our ideas, and prepare for a successful conclusion to the project.