DEVELOPED DESIGN - COMPUTER GAMES EQUIPMENT STORAGE
V. Ryan © 2014
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Select what you consider to be your best design. Using notes and sketches develop your design in the space below and on the next page. Explain your choice of materials, constructional details and design features including dimensions / sizes. Also include reference to the finishes applied to the materials. |
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This is my chosen computer equipment storage unit. It has chromed
steel handles so that it can be ‘picked up’ and pulled or pushed along the
floor. The PETE trays are injection moulded. These can be purchased commercially. They slide into the storage unit and then the lid can be closed. They will hold most computer gaming equipment. Strong PP wheels are located at each corner. They withstand wear and tear and are lightweight. |
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Butt hinges will be used to connect the lid to the main body. These
are study and strong. The chromed steel handles are threaded at both ends, so that they can be bolted to the underneath of the lid, with a nut and a washer. The handles can be removed if required, by simply undoing the nut. |
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A steel rod is used as an axle. Locknuts are used to secure each polypropylene wheel in position. The wheels will not loosen, unless a spanner is used, whilst dismantling. | ||||
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The colour scheme is inspired by the Memphis Design Movement of the
1980s. They liked bright colours and applied them to their products. I
think this scheme would be most appropriate for a computer games equipment
storage unit. MDF would be the main material, because it is cheap and let strong and durable. Also, it can be sprayed a range of colours, depending on the customers requirements. |
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When the lid is closed, the storage unit can be used as a seat, as the top has a built in cushion. | ||||
The final design can be customised by the customer. He / she can order stickers from a range of favourite computer games characters. | ||||
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