Timeline for the remaining weeks

Homework for 11/6:
- We should create more sketches which refine and develop the stronger ideas we have already sketched
- Think about the details and the interface based on how the device will be used
- Some sketches which show how it works and what the interface (if any) looks like
- Address the different needs of various demographics and apply any modularity if possible


During Class 11/6:
- Evaluate the sketches and work in class on sketching out something very close to the final design
- This design should incorporate the needs addressed by the people we interviewed, should be applicable to different demographics and their various preferences, should incorporate all of the items which we need replaced, and every detail should be explainable
- We should know how the device will be used and roughly what the interface will look like


Homework for 11/13:
- One person should work on a digital model and do some basic renderings so that we can evaluate the design during the next class. This person should also do more detailed sketches of the interface of any digital displays
- One person should compile all of the research and (according to the formula Sally gave us that we mapped out on graph paper) determine what is going to be included on each page of the book (not necessarily what it will look like). Also should take photos to document our research processes and maybe take some photos of people that fit within the demographics that we interviewed.
- One person should do some graphic design research and have a bunch of examples available to show the group during class. Take into consideration the type of device we are presenting and in addition to some presentation ideas think about the color scheme and any graphical details


During Class 11/13:
- Examine the digital model and decide on any changes which need to be made.
- Examine the usability and interface and again decide on any changes
- Review the graphic design examples and decide on a style and visual theme for our book and presentation board
- One person should sketch a story board to show how the graphic design is going to be incorporated with the research and layout
- Use foam core and moldable materials (clay, paper, etc) to explore the size of our design and sign off on the features and details and overall appearance


Homework for 11/20:
- One person should use the graphic design styles we decided on and create a layout for each page of the book. For some pages this should be close to finalized and for some will only be an approximation of what we will include. One of the items to add this week is an explanation of how the device is set up: ie, call the operator or go online and enter the credit card information. How are keys and door openers entered? How does the website allow the user to redeem coupons, store receipts, etc.
- One person should continue to work on the digital model and do some very good 3d digital renderings. An orthographic drawing will also be done. Either rapid prototype the model or build a physical model of the device.
- One person should do some digital renderings in Photoshop/painter, etc. If possible tighten up some of the sketches which show the device in use and how the interface is used. The renderings should also include the graphic interface of any digital displays (if applicable).


During Class 11/20:
- We should review the rough book/presentation layout and decide what changes to make and what to add
- Finalize the ways in which the device is programmed and how the process works to manage the user’s account which stores the information
- If the physical model is complete take photos to be used in the book/presentation board


Homework for 12/4 over Thanksgiving break:
- One person should finish the physical model if it is not finished. If this part is complete, assist in one of the other two remaining components
- One person should work on finishing the book so that it is almost complete when we get to class December 4th
- One person should work on the presentation board to showcase the design process to the class