Optional (Product Design) — in the exam: answer ONE of Questions 4–7 Solar energy is readily available to everyone and there is no reason why we should not harness this for the purpose of cooking. People who keep migrating frequently, such as construction workers who are also economically challenged could particularly benefit from solar energy. Design a solar cooking unit to be used by construction workers. The unit should be easy to assemble, store and transport. It should be able to cook food for a minimum of 20 people at a time. When packed, its dimensions should not exceed 2 ft x 3 ft x 2 ft. 1. Present rough sketches of design alternatives. 2. Present your final design proposal with a neat freehand sketch showing the form. 3. Draw an exploded view of the final product. 4. Indicate the materials and processes used in manufacturing. 5. Support your design with a brief note on the design decisions taken. You will be evaluated for 1. Originality of ideas. 2. Ability to understand the strengths and weaknesses of the user. 3. Appropriateness of materials and processes used and sustainability parameters. 4. Ability to articulate design decisions and effectiveness of presentation.
- Time limit
- 30 minutes
- Marks
- 50
What mentors look for
- Idea & creativity
- Composition & layout
- Perspective & proportion
- Line quality & shading
- Clarity of communication
Source: CEED 2016 official question paper, IIT Bombay · official page