Observe with humility. Ideate without judgement. Prototype with confidence. Test without fear. Repeat with joy.
UNDERSTAND
User research is critical to understanding problems and developing compelling solutions
Conducting interviews in Sapele, Nigeria.
Complex engineering problems require careful system understanding in order to create a solid foundation for design.
understanding sliding/rolling wheels for mechanical walking beast
mindmap for "outdoor recreation" design space for RunRite SmartSole
ANALYSE
Synthesizing findings and discovering emergent properties are critical to identifying the right problem to solve.
the sticky note is a wonderful tool for organizing insights and discovering emergent patterns
Taking the time to analyze an engineering design space is well worth the initial investment.
analyzing the size of linkage arms and the resulting footstep path
a key problem in shared toilet experiences is a feeling of disgust
GENERATE
Prototyping solutions to problems identified in the analysis stage can be done in many ways.
Prototypes range in fidelity, but must be developed enough to test the key feature they represent.
Soldering the PCB of RunRite SmartSole
Consecutive prototypes of eating-detection wearable
Foamcore prototype of soccer-bot ball handler
Design concepts for body-iron scanner for infants
TEST
Validation and testing are critical to creating solutions that best match the problems to be solved.
Testing preferred sensor locations of a touch-free toilet concept
Testing a rotating rig to measure gyroscope sensitivity at ADI, Inc.
Testing a concept or a prototype requires thoughtful preparation and framing in order to get unbiased results.
A mix of quantitative and qualitative testing can create a holistic view of the success or shortcomings of a particular prototype.
Using personal data to test the reliability of a wearable solution to combat night terrors
