Study and practice product definition from market research. Markets are expanding, and design for international markets is becoming essential for global competitiveness.
Biomechanical products function mechanically with people or other animals.
Synthesis and analysis of biomechanical product design includes consideration of the biomechanical function with mechanical design, aesthetic design, market research, and project management. Product design and management will be illustrated by cases from the instructor's experiences, guest lecturers, and the literature. Some typical product areas are tools, medical devices, musical instruments, devices to enable people with disabilities, functional clothing, shoes, seating, protective equipment, human-machine interfaces, and sports equipment. The major work in the course will be performed in product teams of business and engineering students. Grading will be based on the product definition from inclusion of customers' needs by market research, design, prototype development and presentation, and project management.