Remote control tarantula redesign
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| + | To further our research of the product, our analysis included a study of user interaction. Two of SW Randall toy store locations were chosen, one in downtown Pittsburgh, the other in Squirrel Hill. The first study was conducted during the lunch break of working adults, while the second was conducted on a weekend afternoon. These two studies allowed for access to the different demographics that would drive the demand for the product. | ||
| + | The first study introduced the product to adults, who would ultimately be the purchasers of the product. This was done to understand adult usage and interaction of the product. The second study was conducted to allow for a greater interaction of the product with younger children. By doing so around 5PM on a Saturday afternoon, there was a greater chance of interaction with families with young children. Users were asked to express any comments or suggestions regarding improvements or positive aspects of the product. These comments were taken into account when devising potential design changes of the product, as well as gaining a better understanding of what qualities were considered more important than others. By conducting this user study, the analysis of the product would be made more complete by accessing the needs of the customer during further development. | ||
| + | Two particular cases of product interaction with young child involved two young children. A female, age 4, found the product easy to use and liked the way it looked. If she was dissatisfied with the positioning of the tarantula, she would pick it up and rearrange it herself frequently. The second was a male, age 2, who would follow after the tarantula as he controlled it. | ||
| + | Comments ranged from positive to negative, touching upon aspects of both function and aesthetics. Some suggestions pertained to increasing the function of the tarantula. Specifically, increased manipulative controls were suggested. Having control of the mouth or the feelers was proposed, increasing the potential uses for the product. Other users commented on the need for increased aesthetic appeal. These suggestions pertained to the appearance of the product, either changing the color of the exterior, or increasing the amount of fur coverage to conceal any mechanical parts. Also, complaints about the amount of noise created were noted. Certain modifications were suggested, among them the ability to jump or to eject a projectile. Generally, the user response to the product was positive, taking into account the different limitations of the product. | ||
| + | The main points addressed to improve involved improving the overall experience of using the product. This could be done through increasing the realism of the device, either by modifying the articulation of the legs and the tarantula motion, or by creating a more realistic model of a tarantula body. Also, the function of the product could be increased with a greater range of control and function. Specifically, allowing the tarantula to turn in two directions was suggested by all users. | ||
Revision as of 19:15, 11 October 2007
Report 1 Revisions
Summary of revisions.
User Studies
User Studies
To further our research of the product, our analysis included a study of user interaction. Two of SW Randall toy store locations were chosen, one in downtown Pittsburgh, the other in Squirrel Hill. The first study was conducted during the lunch break of working adults, while the second was conducted on a weekend afternoon. These two studies allowed for access to the different demographics that would drive the demand for the product. The first study introduced the product to adults, who would ultimately be the purchasers of the product. This was done to understand adult usage and interaction of the product. The second study was conducted to allow for a greater interaction of the product with younger children. By doing so around 5PM on a Saturday afternoon, there was a greater chance of interaction with families with young children. Users were asked to express any comments or suggestions regarding improvements or positive aspects of the product. These comments were taken into account when devising potential design changes of the product, as well as gaining a better understanding of what qualities were considered more important than others. By conducting this user study, the analysis of the product would be made more complete by accessing the needs of the customer during further development. Two particular cases of product interaction with young child involved two young children. A female, age 4, found the product easy to use and liked the way it looked. If she was dissatisfied with the positioning of the tarantula, she would pick it up and rearrange it herself frequently. The second was a male, age 2, who would follow after the tarantula as he controlled it. Comments ranged from positive to negative, touching upon aspects of both function and aesthetics. Some suggestions pertained to increasing the function of the tarantula. Specifically, increased manipulative controls were suggested. Having control of the mouth or the feelers was proposed, increasing the potential uses for the product. Other users commented on the need for increased aesthetic appeal. These suggestions pertained to the appearance of the product, either changing the color of the exterior, or increasing the amount of fur coverage to conceal any mechanical parts. Also, complaints about the amount of noise created were noted. Certain modifications were suggested, among them the ability to jump or to eject a projectile. Generally, the user response to the product was positive, taking into account the different limitations of the product. The main points addressed to improve involved improving the overall experience of using the product. This could be done through increasing the realism of the device, either by modifying the articulation of the legs and the tarantula motion, or by creating a more realistic model of a tarantula body. Also, the function of the product could be increased with a greater range of control and function. Specifically, allowing the tarantula to turn in two directions was suggested by all users.
