Year 11 IGCSE Design and

Technology Workbook
Hebah Al Bakri
Product development
The next slide contains information about my old product that I've designed which is the
earphone case. It was designed to protect earphones from getting tangled while practicing
everyday activities. Furthermore, my development has been shown through the upcoming
slides by turning my old earphone holder box to a new jewelry box.
 Situation
Tangled earphones usually causes disturbance since it takes a while to
untangle them this can become frustrating when all you want to do is just
listen to music in peace. That eventually starts to ruin your whole
mood whenever and wherever you are. Another problem is that the
earphones can get damaged whilst you are trying to untangle them.
The problem
Design Brief
I am making a pocket-sized case for earphones to keep them untangled
and safe.​
This project is important because most people who use
earphones daily struggle with untangling them. The problem is aimed
at teenagers to adults. The price of these cases would only be 2 rials for
a simple one, more customized ones will go up to 3.5.​
Criteria 1
Outline and User
This problem exists nearly everywhere from public in the library to staying at
home in bed. It usually affects teenagers and older, including both genders. The
consequences of dealing with this issue is that it causes anger and frustration
which will affect a person's mood and how they act on things. There already
are solutions available to keep earphones safe and wrapped up in a little
pocket-sized box that can be transported everywhere. This problem exists when
individuals have a desire of listening to a few beats to help brighten up the
mood, however it just ends up ruining it even more. A few limitations would be
for example: small sized to help fit in pockets with an additional hook to attach
to clothes for extra support, the weight should be light so that maybe using
it while going for a run would be simple and efficient, the cost of this product
should be a minimum cost of two dollars. We could send out a survey about
customers' preferences whether it's about the material, or even the
color. Customers would even be able to order and customize their own design!
how it frustrates people
Specification point ​ Description ​ Justification ​
Cost ​ It will be around 3 rials, but 5 if customized by buyer This product will only be approximately 3 rials since it's small and the materials used to make it will
not cost much. However, it will cost more if product is changed/customized since more time and
effort will be put in

Function ​ ​Wood and glue I specifically chose wood for this because it will be tough to break if anyone accidentally dropped
it. Glue is good enough to keep the product stuck together for a long period of time.

Desirable functions A lid covering the whole top part of the product This desirable function would be a good idea to add more safety to the product due to any
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slight inconveniences.

Storage It could be stored anywhere (if at home)

​ There is no need constantly guarding it since it's not fragile. If it's being used in public, then I would
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suggest keeping it in a pocket.

Aesthetics Variety of different colours, shapes, sizes

​ This usually depends on the customer in terms of decoration (colours, patterns, etc.) to make sure
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the appearance pleases them. The basic option is a black, squared headphone protector.

Materials Waterproof wood

​ Waterproof wood would be beneficial especially for music lovers who enjoy going on a run with
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earphones in. The materials used should be tough and not easy to break because if there was any
sort of damage it might affect the earphones. Which is why it's best to choose strong matter.

Ergonomics The product will be safe for all users

​ I will make sure to sand the wood after the whole building process to keep the texture and smooth
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and safe as possible for users.

Target audience People who enjoy good quality sound

​ According to my research most buyers are males, and students. This group of people (including
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others) usually listen to music while doing their work. I will attract potential buyers by showing
them how neatly this product keeps earphones safe.

Manufacture ​This require a few skills some of the skills that are needed is like measuring the accurate amount of wood that needs to be
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cut, the products sides also have to be precisely symmetrical. Making sure the right amount of
glue has been put in between the separate pieces for support.

Environmental issues It is eco-friendly

​ Usually, wood is renewable and so is our product. If our product is painted on or stained (will be
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common when it comes to customized orders) then the chances of the material being recyclable
are very low. Therefore, this product wouldn't necessarily harm the environment too much.
Initial
ideas
Final
Design
Drawings
Card Model
Photographs
Draft plan
with
dimensions
Front, Exploded View, End view
 My box will include a quote about beauty since it

Details is indeed a jewelry box. It will include the words

of "It's what's on the inside that counts". This message
can be read while opening the jewelry
I added silver hinges to the acrylic lids of box to motivate teenage girls and make them
the box to help swing them open and feel more confident. It is also slightly ironic
shut. This function would allow the user because what's on the inside is literally what
to either store and put in their jewelry, counts, which is the jewelry.
or even take them out to wear them. I
used these looking ones specifically
because they are pretty and aesthetically
pleasing which would attract teenage
females. In addition, they complete the
look by creating a contrast between the
silver and different shades of pink.
Manufacturing process
Love Jewellery box
Situation Initial
specifications
Initial ideas Design brief

and design
brief
Statement and Analysis of the
situation design problem
 Interview with client

Client
consultation Table with discussions
and decisions made with
dates and action points
 Research Detail Location Timing
Size of the Items to be stored Up to 14cm of In both always
necklaces, and less for compartments
bracelets and rings

Weight of the Items to be stored Maximum would Both always

approximately be compartments
around 3kgs combined

Research Purpose - Decorative Baby pink pastel color, Sides of box

with text around it "It's
what's on the inside
permanent

plan
that counts"

Purpose – Practical Cannot be carried On desks, Never

everyone due to its size, shelves, tables,
strong material etc.
Expansion - Modular
Material Mahogany wood + The whole box is Permanent
acrylic plastic wood except
cover
Primary
research
Secondary
Examples - Analysis Points to
research Images take
forward
• Information about the use of
your product in other
situations you may find out
about online
• For example in magazines or
books or online
Mood board
questionnaire results
 I've just learnt that mostly girls around the age of 8-
20+ use jewelry boxes to store their valuable
Research accessories which split into a various range of types,
shapes, and sizes. They would much rather prefer a
box with compartments so that they don’t end up
analysis tangled or intertwined. Which is why this specific
product stands out, as some don’t include the
compartments.
 Specification point description justification

Storage Table/ desk (in Looks pretty as

rooms) decor

Aesthetics Pretty light color, These features

heart shaped, attract female
sweet quote customers

Materials Mahogany wood + Safe to use, clear

acrylic cover to see jewelry

specification Environmental issues Both eco-friendly

materials
Recycling of this
product can be done

Target audience Females of any age

*Old specification of upgraded product is on the next slide

 Design 1

Dimensions /10

Aesthetics /10

Function /10

Analyses Price /10

of design Material /10

• Which are your favourite designs and why – rate/score

your design ideas against your success criteria or
specifications
 • Show your chosen idea here and develop detailed
Development sketches and models of your chosen idea.
Annotate your ideas and give reasons for your
choices
Development 2D drawing
Materials wood

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Materials man
made boards

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Materials metals
and plastic
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Tools
Machines
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Anthropometrics

This product was made to be

used by these following ages
given. The size of the box is not
too big which is easier to use for
younger girls according to the
average hand sizes on the right.
Health and safety
Analysis of • From you developed chosen designs which have
you chosen for your final design and why?
development
Final design
CAD
Exploded
view
Orthographic drawing
Mistakes

Cutting and making sure the

lid was accurately measured
was the most challenging
part during this whole
process. I repeated the same
steps until I got the perfect
size to fit the top of the box.
Model in its • Take Photographs or create Photographic cut and
paste to show the model in the environment – Add
environment comments and observations
 Materials Dimensions Number Comments
of and
alternatives

Cutting list
and cost
Process
Time plan manufacture
Nov 1 Nov 2 Nov 3 Nov 4 Dec 1 Dec 2 Dec 3 Dec 4 Jan 1 Jan 2 Jan 3 Jan 4 Feb 1 Feb 2 Feb 3 Feb 4

Modelling C

Modelling P

Cutting Out

Shaping

Assembly

Joining

Finishing

Testing

Adapting

Changes
Plan of manufacture
steps directions timing
1 cut heart shape from wood, long 15 min
piece to split both compartments
2 stack layers of one side of the heart 20 mins
shape
3 sanding to get perfect smooth surface
with no faults, glue and let it settle
10 mins – 24 hrs
for at least a day

4 add desired text to wood as decor 15 mins

5 bend the wood strip to the stack of 5 mins
wood to get an accurate shape
6 glue both strips to the base of the 15 mins – 24 hrs
heart to keep it together
7 make acrylic cover that opens and A few days
closes
Project
diary
cutting
Project diary assembly
Project diary
manufacture
Project
diary
finishing
Testing and evaluation
Client feedback
 evaluation
against
specification