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