Final design

ideas

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Elderly's senses

Sight

Not so sharp

Hard to see moving objects

Short/long sighted, or both

Hearing

Hard to hear softer sounds

Sounds usually have to be more distinct to be heard

Smell

Usually stronger scents are easier to be smelt

Touch/movement

Slow pace

Sense of touch is not so sensitive

Taste

Weaker taste buds



Mindmap

Design brief

Design and make a basket with rotatable wheels to make it easy for the elderly to push, pull and maneuver the trolley.

Design Specs

The product should be safe to use.
The product's materials should be affordable.
The product should not be too bulky.
The product should have minimal instructions to be easy to use.
The product should maneuver easily.
The product should be of sturdy material to hold the groceries.

The Elderly- Selecting 1 problem

It is hard for them to carry their groceries in baskets/push& maneuver trolleys.