aesthetics_ergonomics of washing machine
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AESTHETIC AND ERGONOMIC CONSIDERATIONS IN PRODUCT DESIGN (WASHING MACHINE)
MSD Assignment By,Prathamesh Jadhav (8049)Himanshu Jain (8046)Madhuram Jain (8050)
Design
Ergonomics
Aesthetics Technology
MAIN COMPONENTS OF PRODUCT DESIGN:
WHAT IS AESTHETICS?
The term 'aesthetics' concerns our senses and our responses to an object.
Aesthetics is important in competitive point of view.
Visual appearance includes : shape, color, packing ,presentation etc.
The goal is to design products that ensures ease of use, safety and comfort from the moment one looks at it or touches it.
GUIDELINES IN DESIGNING FROM AESTHETIC VIEW:
Pleasing appearance Appearance should communicate the quality
and function of the product. Easy to use Safe, comfortable and environmental product Shape of product should assist the function The economy of product should not be
compromised a major portion on its appearance.
DESIGN FOR APPEARANCE :
Influencing factors: Basic type of product form- step, taper, stream,
shear, sculpture Materials and finishes-
Ex. Bronze finish: richer lookStainless steel appears better than plain carbonAnodizing and electroplating enhances product
appeal Tolerances
Ex. Sliding fits Noise Symmetry to eye Absence of sharp corners
Ex. Chamfers and fillets: safe and better look
Proportion Contrast Impression-
The product should convey its purpose by its look. Product style-
It is highly influenced by the kind of people it is expected to cater to.
Color-
Color Mood
Grey Dull
Blue Cold
Green Safe
Yellow Caution
Orange Possible danger
Red Hot Danger
AESTHETICS CONSIDERATIONS IN WASHING MACHINE DESIGN :
First appearance should be pleasing to the customer’s eye.
Symmetry should be maintained as much as possible.
Sharp edges should be avoided or chamfered.
High quality surface finish always attracts.
Silent operation is very important to any customer.
Lids,knobs,drawers…. Should be user-friendly ,uncomplicated and smooth in operation.
Colour and Contrast should be subtle and eye pleasing.
Functions and Display should be bold and clearly visible ( preferrably LCD )
Pipes, wires, motor…other unattractive components should be well covered.
WHAT IS ERGONOMICS?
Science focused on the study of human fit, and decreased fatigue and discomfort through product design
It is concerned with design of system resulting in improved performance and reliability.
MAJOR AREAS LOOKED INTO BY ERGONOMICS ARE:
Human anatomy, posture and body mechanics
Anthropometry (measurement of human body)
Design of human-machine interaction Human
capabilities,Skills,Workload,Fatique Environmental conditions on man
and machine system
MAN –MACHINE CLOSED LOOP SYSTEM:
Information reception
Corrective action
Information display
Machine controls
MAN MACHINE
The aim of ergonomics is to reduce the operation difficulties present in man-machine system and thereby reduce resulting physical and mental stresses.
Information reception
Corrective action
Information display
Machine controls
MAN MACHINE
ERGONOMIC CONSIDERATIONS IN WASHING MACHINE DESIGN :
During or after a session on the washing machine the user must feel comfortable and his body should not feel burdened and tired.
During the operation the body posture must be such that it causes one the least discomfort.
The body should not ache especially, neck, shoulders, upper arms , back and knees.
Opening and closing of the lid or door must be easy. Loading and unloading of the clothes in the drum must be
easy. There should be no discomfort in insertion and moving the
hand inside the drum. The instructions on the machine should be clear and the
knob should be easy to handle. The display should be easily readable from all angles.
BODY POSTURES IN HANDLING DIFFERENT TYPES OF WASHING MACHINES :
Floor type box shaped W/M
Slant drum type W/M
Vertical drum type W/M
CONCLUSION:
Aesthetics and ergonomics must go hand in hand to achieve high attraction and user friendliness to have best performance.
THANK YOU……