1)1) What have you learnt?
I have learnt more about the elderly,and how to think of solutions to solve problems.I have also learnt how to think of ideas better,using ergonomics and the 10C`s to help me.
2) What are the difficulties encountered?
The building of the prototype,as i had lots of parts and functions my product had to do and it was hard to make them.
3) How did you overcome the difficulties?
Luckily,i had friends to help me out by giving me some good ideas.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Ergonomics (Product description and Idea Trigger)
2)I think that the design consideration behind this brush is the handle.They could have attached the handle to the brush to make use of more force or to make it easier when scrubbing things.
3)I think that the elderly will have two problems.If the elderly uses the rough side,and wants to use the smooth side,they can`t use it well and part of the handle is covering the smooth side.Also,the handle might slip from the elderly who do not have a good grip on it.
4)This is my new design.I put a rubbery material on the handle to increase the grip.
Ergonomics 2
1. What is Ergonomics?
it is a science of designing the job, equipment, and workplace to fit the worker.
2. What are the 5 aspects of Ergonomics?
Safety, comfort, ease of use, productivity/performance, and aesthetics.
3. For each aspects of Ergonomics, explain with an example of a product that is designed for the elderly, how the product meet that particular aspect of Ergonomics
Safety:Handle bars,these can be placed in the toilet.These can help the elderly as when the toilet is wet,the can used the handle bars for support to prevent them from falling.
Comfort:Wheelchair.Some elderly have to sit on wheelchairs to move about.We could make the wheelchairs more comfortable for the elderly.
Ease of use:Elderly friendly books.Some elderly will have problem reading books as they cannot see the print that well,we could make a book that font is bigger so that the elderly don`t strain their eyes.
Productivity/performance:We could invent a elderly friendly phone that is easy to use.
Aesthetics:Elderly friendly products should all be easy to use for the elderly
it is a science of designing the job, equipment, and workplace to fit the worker.
2. What are the 5 aspects of Ergonomics?
Safety, comfort, ease of use, productivity/performance, and aesthetics.
3. For each aspects of Ergonomics, explain with an example of a product that is designed for the elderly, how the product meet that particular aspect of Ergonomics
Safety:Handle bars,these can be placed in the toilet.These can help the elderly as when the toilet is wet,the can used the handle bars for support to prevent them from falling.
Comfort:Wheelchair.Some elderly have to sit on wheelchairs to move about.We could make the wheelchairs more comfortable for the elderly.
Ease of use:Elderly friendly books.Some elderly will have problem reading books as they cannot see the print that well,we could make a book that font is bigger so that the elderly don`t strain their eyes.
Productivity/performance:We could invent a elderly friendly phone that is easy to use.
Aesthetics:Elderly friendly products should all be easy to use for the elderly
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Holiday work - Part 3
In this Home i made i made made only 2 adjustment.
1)The bed here is not modified in any special way,but it is higher than usual,so that the elderly do not need to bend so low to get into bed.
2)There are non-slip mats in the bathroom and railings,so there is a lowered chance that the elderly slip in the toilet.
3)There are also railings placed around the house to aid the elderly
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Ergonomics I
1. Compare the 2 different workplaces, state your observations
The two workplaces are similar, containing the same items.In workplace 2,the desk is more tidy and organized,unlike workplace 1,which is very untidy and everything is packed closed together in a big mess.In the video,the desk at workplace 1 is very untidy and cramp,and the worker had no space to place his keyboard,and he accidentally knocked down his mug when he was reaching for something.In workspace 2,there was a holder for everything and all the items had a place to be placed,and you slide the keyboard from under the table,giving more space on the desk.The chair at workplace did not look very comfortable,while the chair at workplace 2 was able to bend backwards,allowing the user to rest.
2. Which workplace is preferred? State with reasons why one workplace is preferred over the other.
Workplace 2,as it was more organized and everything was in adjustable to the users liking.For example,the user can adjust where he wants the monitor of his computer to be, and there is also a laptop holder to place his laptop to his liking for his ease.
3. What are the considerations that should be taken into account when designing a workplace that is suitable for the user?
We should consider that the workplace should be the most comfortable and organized it can be.As if the workplace is comfortable and organized,the worker does not have much trouble with where he should put his things,and when the workplace is tidy and comfortable,the worker is able to work more efficiently.
4. Why do you think that Ergonomics is important when designing?
To prevent strains and uncomfort at and workers workplace.
The two workplaces are similar, containing the same items.In workplace 2,the desk is more tidy and organized,unlike workplace 1,which is very untidy and everything is packed closed together in a big mess.In the video,the desk at workplace 1 is very untidy and cramp,and the worker had no space to place his keyboard,and he accidentally knocked down his mug when he was reaching for something.In workspace 2,there was a holder for everything and all the items had a place to be placed,and you slide the keyboard from under the table,giving more space on the desk.The chair at workplace did not look very comfortable,while the chair at workplace 2 was able to bend backwards,allowing the user to rest.
2. Which workplace is preferred? State with reasons why one workplace is preferred over the other.
Workplace 2,as it was more organized and everything was in adjustable to the users liking.For example,the user can adjust where he wants the monitor of his computer to be, and there is also a laptop holder to place his laptop to his liking for his ease.
3. What are the considerations that should be taken into account when designing a workplace that is suitable for the user?
We should consider that the workplace should be the most comfortable and organized it can be.As if the workplace is comfortable and organized,the worker does not have much trouble with where he should put his things,and when the workplace is tidy and comfortable,the worker is able to work more efficiently.
4. Why do you think that Ergonomics is important when designing?
To prevent strains and uncomfort at and workers workplace.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Elderly Challenge - Observation 2
This elderly is my grandmother.As you can see,she needs help climbing up stairs as she must have someone to help her when she walks
Elderly Challenge - Observation 1
This is a elderly that is also my neighbor,and her caretaker is helping her into the house,as she walks slow and unsteady,even with her walking stick
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Understanding the`The Elderly Challenge`
Explain in your own words, the FOUR key recommendations of the report.
1)The four recommendations are Housing, Accessibility,caring and Opportunities for Seniors.
I think Housing for seniors will make homes in singapore more tuned to the elderly needs,so they can live in their house without difficulties.
2)Accessibility for elderly is to make public areas better for the elderly,for example putting up more handle bars at the staircases so te elderly have less trouble walking.
3)Caring for elderly is to give support to those elderly with special needs,like those with stroke.We could help them by putting them in nursing homes,or changing their house so as it is suitable for their condition.
4) Opportunities for Elderly helps them to lead a healthy lifestyle and interact with their families
State ONE way that the CAI report is recommending to make our public housing more elderly-friendly
They are recommending that the Government should consider introducing guidelines for the provision of accessibility and safety features in the homes for seniors, through a review of the Code on Barrier-Free Accessibility, to create a more elder-friendly environment.
State TWO ways on how we can ensure that the quality of elderly care here in Singapore is affordable
1)The Government should top-up Medisave accounts of less well off Singaporeans when there are budgetary surpluses to ensure that seniors have the means to afford healthcare services.
2)The Government should set up a Caregiver Centre to support families in care-giving through provision of information resources and programmes.
After reading the CAI report, what do you are the THREE things that you can do, as an SST student, to help overcome these elderly challenges
1)We could do simple tasks for them,like help them with their groceries,or helping them climd stairs
2)We could invent a tool to help them in their daily activities
3)We could hold programes for the elderly to interact with them
1)The four recommendations are Housing, Accessibility,caring and Opportunities for Seniors.
I think Housing for seniors will make homes in singapore more tuned to the elderly needs,so they can live in their house without difficulties.
2)Accessibility for elderly is to make public areas better for the elderly,for example putting up more handle bars at the staircases so te elderly have less trouble walking.
3)Caring for elderly is to give support to those elderly with special needs,like those with stroke.We could help them by putting them in nursing homes,or changing their house so as it is suitable for their condition.
4) Opportunities for Elderly helps them to lead a healthy lifestyle and interact with their families
State ONE way that the CAI report is recommending to make our public housing more elderly-friendly
They are recommending that the Government should consider introducing guidelines for the provision of accessibility and safety features in the homes for seniors, through a review of the Code on Barrier-Free Accessibility, to create a more elder-friendly environment.
State TWO ways on how we can ensure that the quality of elderly care here in Singapore is affordable
1)The Government should top-up Medisave accounts of less well off Singaporeans when there are budgetary surpluses to ensure that seniors have the means to afford healthcare services.
2)The Government should set up a Caregiver Centre to support families in care-giving through provision of information resources and programmes.
After reading the CAI report, what do you are the THREE things that you can do, as an SST student, to help overcome these elderly challenges
1)We could do simple tasks for them,like help them with their groceries,or helping them climd stairs
2)We could invent a tool to help them in their daily activities
3)We could hold programes for the elderly to interact with them
Friday, March 26, 2010
Personal Reflection (NEwater visit)
1. What are the 3 key takeaways from today’s visit?
How NEWatrer is made,
the 4 national taps of singapore and
the water we use contains NEwater too
2. Name 2 concepts that you have learnt today during the visit.
the concept on how NEWater is made and what singapore does to get water other that buy it from malaysia
3. What is the 1 interesting thing that you have learnt today?
the science behind the membrane used to filter water is a topic itself
4. What are the things that you can do to help with water conservation in Singapore?
we should reuse water and not waste it
How NEWatrer is made,
the 4 national taps of singapore and
the water we use contains NEwater too
2. Name 2 concepts that you have learnt today during the visit.
the concept on how NEWater is made and what singapore does to get water other that buy it from malaysia
3. What is the 1 interesting thing that you have learnt today?
the science behind the membrane used to filter water is a topic itself
4. What are the things that you can do to help with water conservation in Singapore?
we should reuse water and not waste it
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
photography
Pic 1:javin is playing with his mac,Pic 2:wei jun is posing for bing han,Pic 3:gvin must have lost something in the dustbin
Monday, January 25, 2010
Environment
the definition of the environment is 1 the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates(like in th forest).2 ( the environment) the natural world, as a whole or in a particular geographical area, esp. as affected by human activity.(taken from dictionary application on mac)it means the environment is the surroundings that is around us,whether it has been touch by humans or not.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
ADMT
ADMT means to me that we are going to make art in a new way by using computers to help us. I think an student who studies ADMT should hve lots of inspiration to make lots of art. I hope that i can ake an picture that shows nature. I think i can do this if i work hard and don`t give up. file:///var/folders/lZ/lZH5Q5xYFJKic73gvyyfrU+++TI/-Tmp-/com.apple.PhotoBooth-T0x1001176a0.tmp.falmu2/Photo%20on%202010-01-13%20at%2015.52%20%232.jpg This is the link for my picture.I think if the world did not have ADMT,the world would be very plain,without art or pictures
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