Explain how I used design thinking practices to arrive at this iteration of my toy/device

first I thought that there would be many types of cars so I choose to make a car. After I choose what type of car I was going to make. In my mind, there was a solar panel car, a wind car, and an elasticity car. Among these choices, I chose the elasticity car because it reminded me of my childhood experience( blog post 1).

Share your design concept. ***Show photos, measurements, materials, & techniques needed for construction

The concept of this car was an educational toy for a young age child.

It had to be easy to play with and also needed to have an educational purpose.

This is a sketch of the product.

the technique needed to make this car was sticking each material in a symmetrical

 

 

What is the purpose of my device/toy, how does it function, and who is your user?

This device is a toy for younger age kids (age 3+). This is an educational toy that allows kids to understand how a toy car can move using elasticity.

What is the environmental impact of my product and is it durable and safe?

This product is safe because it is designed for young kids use the main materials used are wood and elastic bands, and a wheel which is commonly used in daily life among many people.

What precedents inspired me? What did I take away from them & how did it inform my choices?

Thinking about the idea to make the car, I thought of an experience that I has when I was young. Me and my friend played with a rubber band, stretching out and launching the rubber band at each other.  This came to my mind so I thought it would be cool if I make a car using a similar method.

How am I making my product original and/ or using creativity?

There are some products that are similar to this. However, this toy car is designed for educational purposes. I did not make the cover of the car. It may seem weird however not making the cover of the toy car allows kids to see how it works.