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Ta b l e o f C o n t e n ts
Problem Statement Precedent Study Opportunities Ideation Sketching Prototyping Final Concept
P r o b l e m s tat e m e n t
Benefits of Outdooor Recreatuon
Independence
Fresh Air Experience Nature Physical Activity Nurturing Plants
“It has always been very important to me to go through life as independently as possible�
Adaptive Gardening Create a device for people with limited hand dexterity and strength tha will assist them in holding and using gardening tools to make gardening easier, more accessible and enjoyable.
P r e c e d e n t s t u d y & O p p o r t u n i t i es
Additional wrist support is needed to function properly.
Aesthetics need to be improved, a natural aesthetic that reflects the outdoors and gardening would be more appropriate
Natural material like wood and leather reflect a natural aesthetic and can be shaped into the organic shapes from my ideation sketches.
I d e at i o n S k e t c h i n g
Prototyping & Ergonomic Study
Take advantage of the natural curves of the hand to help keep the device on.
Position the tool at the angle which maximizes the transfer of energy from the bicep muscle to the tool in the most effecient way.
ta k e r o o t Adaptive Gardening
U n i v e r s i t y o f u ta h M D D p r o g r a m S t u d i o Fa l l 2 01 4 Adaptive sports E m i ly C a t e s