1.5.4.4 - D.4. Explain the potential impact of the redesigned hand tool on the user's comfort and efficiency.
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What is ergonomics?
💡 Hint: Think about how tools are designed for how we use them.
Name one factor that contributes to the comfort of using a tool.
💡 Hint: Consider how you feel when holding a tool.
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What is the primary goal of ergonomics?
💡 Hint: Think about how tools should feel when in use.
True or False: Redesigning a hand tool can lead to improved user experience.
💡 Hint: Consider how you feel when using an old versus a new tool.
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Design an ergonomic hand tool keeping in mind user comfort and efficiency. Describe the specific features you would include to address both aspects.
💡 Hint: Think about how a tool feels during prolonged use.
Evaluate a currently popular hand tool. Identify its shortcomings in terms of ergonomics and propose a comprehensive redesign.
💡 Hint: Observe closely how the tool is used and where discomfort arises.
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