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hairdryer

Accessible Hairdryer 

Designed for those who suffer with osteoarthritis.

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Understanding the User

Understanding the process by utilising a disability simulator to identify pain points. 

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Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disease worldwide, affecting an estimated 10% of men and 18% of women over the age of 60 (Glyn-Jones, 2015)

Storyboard of Use

Iterative Development of the Internal Components

Developing the internal components of the hairdryer to maximise efficiency of the dryer.

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Chosen design

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Exploded View of CAD Model

Exploded view and cross section of CAD model drawn in Solidworks.

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