Thursday 22 February 2007

Creative Design Prototype: Gavin's Design


The style of this device is not radically different from traditional secateurs, this has several distinct advantages which I will outline shortly.

Distinguishing Features

  1. Long handle for extended reach.
  2. Long handle enhances leverage, making cutting easier.
  3. Lightweight fibre glass or strong plastics for light weight
Advantages

  • Does not require any instructions or training to use
  • lower cost
  • Easy to use
  • Safer
  • Does not require batteries or recharging.
  • Light weight
  • Fewer moving parts, therefore less to go wrong.

Disadvantages

  • The longer handle may accentuate poor hand-eye coordination.