This step is crucial for improving your concept, producing testable prototypes, receiving direct feedback, and guiding your project towards a novel application. 

Prompt

Identity the device user & conduct a mock interview

Instructions

Example 

• Group A has a prototype for wrist injuries, and Group B has a prototype for Parkinson’s.

• Identify Tasks:

  • Group A’s tasks for their wrist injury device:

    • Writing
    • Using a smartphone
    • Carrying grocery bags
    • Opening doors
    • Typing on a keyboard

  • Group B’s tasks for their Parkinson’s device:

    • Holding a cup of coffee
    • Writing
    • Buttoning a shirt
    • Using a remote control
    • Using a walking stick

• Exchange Prototypes::

  • Group A tests Group B’s Parkinson’s device.
  • Group B tests Group A’s wrist injury device.

• Conduct Testing:

  • Group A wears Group B’s Parkinson’s device and tries holding a cup of coffee and using a remote control.
  • Group B wears Group A’s wrist injury device and tries typing on a keyboard and carrying grocery bags.

• Notes to Take:

  • How well did the device support the tasks?
  • Was there any discomfort or difficulty?
  • Which features worked particularly well or poorly?
• Provide Feedback:
  • Group A notes that Group B’s device was uncomfortable when holding a cup but effective for using a remote control.
  • Group B notes that Group A’s device was helpful for typing but cumbersome for carrying grocery bags.

• Reflect and Document:

  • Example Blog Post:
    • Who was the user for your project? A person with Parkinson’s.
    • Describe how you introduced your project to the other group: “We explained that our wearable helps stabilize hand movements to assist with daily tasks like holding a cup and using a remote.”
    • What were the 5 tasks? Holding a cup, writing, buttoning a shirt, using a remote, and using a walking stick.
    • What feedback did you receive? The device was uncomfortable when holding a cup but useful for using a remote.
    • How will you use this feedback for your project? We will improve the design for better comfort during tasks like holding objects.
    • What changes will you make next? Redesign the device to enhance comfort and functionality for various tasks.

Deliverables: 

Blog post in "responses tab" with all the answers to the question above.

Time: 1hour