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When initially removed from the packaging, the Saturator requires 4 AA batteries for operation (batteries not included). The batteries are inserted through the base of the water gun. After battery insertion, the Saturator needs to be filled with water before it can be used. This process is described in the image below.
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When initially removed from the packaging, the Saturator requires 4 AA batteries for operation (batteries not included). The batteries are inserted through the butt of the water gun. After battery insertion, the Saturator needs to be filled with water before it can be used. This process is described in the image below.
[[Image:Group 7 How to Use the Saturator.jpg]]
[[Image:Group 7 How to Use the Saturator.jpg]]

Revision as of 15:30, 5 February 2011


Contents

Executive Summary

Bill of Materials

Main Components

Additional Parts

Assembly

Stakeholders

Consumer

With relation to the Saturator water gun, there are two major consumers: parents who are buying the water gun, and children who will be playing with it. The needs and requirements of these two consumers are drastically different as shown below.

Buyer (Parents)

  • Low cost
  • Safe
  • Easy for child to use & store
  • Durable
  • Long product lifespan
  • Non-threatening
  • Non-toxic

User (Children)

  • Visually attractive
  • Fun to play with
  • Long range of shooting
  • Quick & easy to refill
  • Accurate & precise shooting
  • Lightweight
  • Easy to operate

Retailer

  • Satisfying to customer
  • Easy to store & sell
  • Durable

Manufacturer

  • Few parts & materials
  • Few manufacturing processes
  • Quick & easy to assemble
  • Cheap to produce
  • Standard parts across a range of models

Shipping/Transport

  • Easy to stack
  • Small & lightweight product
  • Durable

Usage

How It's Used

When initially removed from the packaging, the Saturator requires 4 AA batteries for operation (batteries not included). The batteries are inserted through the butt of the water gun. After battery insertion, the Saturator needs to be filled with water before it can be used. This process is described in the image below.

Image:Group 7 How to Use the Saturator.jpg

User Studies

Overall, the Saturator AK-47 Water Gun performs at the average standard for toy water guns. While the water container or clip stays in place, the gun needs to be refilled very often during play. Another negative aspect of this product is the range of shooting. Although it is advertised as a gun that can shoot over 25 feet, the stream of water barely makes it a distance of 15 feet.

In comparison to the Banzai Color Stream Blaster Water Gun, the Saturator is lighter and easier to maneuver.....

Mechanical Analysis

Design for Manufacture & Assembly (DFMA)

Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA)

Design for Environment (DFE)

Team Roles

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