Homework 2

1. In industrial design, we basically encounter very similar problems as Griffith. We come up with an idea on how to improve something and start doing research. the amount of information you find is determined by the topic. Sometimes you can find a ton of plethora of information, but there are times where you actually have to go out and gather information related to the topic. one of the biggest similarities between industrial designers and Griffith is the production of numerous prototypes. These are essential because they help workout all the problems before you make your final product out of expensive and valuable materials. just because an idea seems flawless in your head does not mean it will work out in real life the way you think it will. 

2. The cost of materials is a big issue. For example, Griffith's projects are constantly being sponsored millions of dollars to help him design and build products. A majority of designers do not have this kind of money. As our technology keeps advancing, new materials are being discovered. One of the aims is to not only create a brand new material, but to make sure these materials can be created at low costs. Having a cheaper material that has the same characteristics as a material that is not cheap is ideal. Designers would be able to come out with better products if they are not limited to cost of material.


3.

- Solving the wrong problems. Initial cost of making lenses may be expensive but production is really cheap.

- Process takes a long time

- Having the money to fund projects is hard to get

- state of economy

- cost of parts is worth more then the actual producct