Quality of Alpha Design (or Prototype) Design and Construction

The alpha design/prototype grade includes design quality and prototype construction, in addition to performance.

 

In evaluating the alpha designs / prototypes, the judges will consider the following aspects of the design and construction.

Team Name:___________________________________________

 Quality of Design

Comments

Quality of Prototype Construction

Comments

Aesthetics

 

Elegance

 

Ergonomics

 

Suitability to the Task

 

Robustness / Reliability (in all conditions)

 

Complete system design (all aspects addressed)

 

Unique Features (and delighters)

 

Safety

 

Value added

 

Other comments on design

 

 

 

Overall appearance - looks like a finished product

 

 

Overall quality of manufacturing and assembly, including finishing details

 

 

No Safety Hazards (no sharp edges, protruding bolts, etc. and warning stickers are present if needed)

 

 

Prototype is representative of the actual final design (including completeness)

 

 

Standard Manufacturing Methods Used  when possible

 

 

Other comments on manufacturing