1. A Technology & Design STEM Resource The following STEM funded project was developed by Sean O’Connor. This is an excellent example of a design opportunity that is very topical and will no doubt appeal to many young Technology students. The project has been selected for the following reasons:- the design element is achievable by most pupils; the project is topical and appropriate for the development of research / thinking skills; it is ideal for modelling in card, paper, etc; this project could be easily simplified for the low achiever and yet will stretch and challenge the more capable students; an excellent example for modelling in 2D or 3D CAD / Solid Works; it could be manufactured in a relatively short period of time; the design element is controllable with a focus on symmetry; I believe many students will receive great pleasure in taking this exciting project home. I have no doubt that many students will develop their Technology and Design skills in engaging in this very worthwhile task. May I take this opportunity to thank Sean for this excellent resource. Raymond Moffatt WELB.

2. audpod Storage solution for earphones Developed by Sean O’Connor

3. audpod Your Brief: To develop a storage solution for ear phones. 23. Your design must be manufactured from the following: Material Acrylic Foamex Rigid polystyrene Workshop equipment Drill Coping Saw Files Glass paper Line bender Linisher CNC equipment Task: Identify aspect of the earphones that need to be addressed: You must know what problems exist and features you could add. Annotate the picture and detail the areas for focus

4. Research Now research images that are associated with this type of product or similar products. Focus your research on the areas identified on the previous page. As a designer research is key to developing a successful outcome, sourcing inspiration in the form of colours, features, form, materials, e.t.c from existing and similar products. Task: Now cut and paste images onto this page and create a mood board

5. Research Now research images that are associated with this product. Use the areas identified on the previous page. Teacher guidance material

6. Design Now generate concepts to resolve the following problems: By breaking down the problem into aspects it then becomes easier to manage/solve. Holding the earphoneCable storageSecuring the Jack Material blank mm

7. Design Now generate concepts to resolve the following problems: By breaking down the problem into aspects it then becomes easier to manage/solve. Holding the earphoneCable storageSecuring the Jack Teacher guidance material Material blank mm

8. ants Design Now pull your concepts together and style: Acrylic blank Material blank mm TIP: Card could be used to model concept and also used as a template for marking material for manufacture.

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