Our prototype design service revolves around our senior team partnering with you to design a prototype for your new product concept. Our team, renowned for their technical expertise and approachable manner, is dedicated to transforming your vision into a tangible prototype, carefully considering every aspect of the project and user experience. We seamlessly blends innovation with precision utilising basic modelling, professional CAD software and years of experience designing and making 3d prototypes.
FAQs
What is a prototype in design?
A prototype in design is a preliminary product model that allows designers and stakeholders to visualise, interact with, and test the product’s features and functionality. It’s an essential step in the design process to experiment with ideas and identify potential improvements before final production.
What is prototype design in product development?
Design for prototype in product development refers to the design stage, which draws up all the updated design, considering its features, scale and material palette before making it in 3D. It can include, on the hard goods side, creating a working model of a product in CAD to evaluate its design, functionality, and feasibility. It is a critical phase where concepts are transformed into tangible forms for further refinement and validation.
Why is prototype design important for product success?
Design for prototype is vital for product success. It enables designers to test and refine the product’s functionalities, identify and fix design flaws, gather your feedback, and ensure the product’s design meets its intended purpose in 2D/virtually before progressing to make it in 3D. Doing this stage first helps reduce the risk of prototype failure. It enhances the progress and development achieved in the next round of prototyping, contributing to a more efficient project overall.
What are the different types of prototype design methods?
Design for prototype aids in cost estimation by providing a realistic view of the product, allowing for evaluating materials, manufacturing processes, and complexities involved. The CAD models created on the hard goods side can be used to source estimates and quotes for the prototyping stage. Therefore, it helps identify potential cost-saving opportunities, streamline production processes, and minimise the need for expensive changes during later stages of product development.
How does prototype design help in cost estimation?
Design for prototype aids in cost estimation by providing a realistic view of the product, allowing for evaluating materials, manufacturing processes, and complexities involved. The CAD models created on the hard goods side can be used to source estimates and quotes for the prototyping stage. Therefore, it helps identify potential cost-saving opportunities, streamline production processes, and minimise the need for expensive changes during later stages of product development.
Conclusion
At D2M, our prototyping service goes well beyond creating a simple 3D model. We embark on a comprehensive journey with your product, guiding it from conception to market debut. Our team of experts is dedicated to ensuring that each prototype is not just a representation of your idea but a viable, manufacturable product that aligns with your brand’s ethos and meets market demands. This thoughtful approach to design and prototyping enables us to collaborate closely with you, crafting a design that truly encapsulates your vision.
