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One of the biggest mistakes I see in product development
A lot of people think product design starts with CAD.
It doesn't.
It starts with defining the problem.
I've seen concepts that looked incredible in 3D but failed because no one asked the basic questions first.
Who is this product for?
What problem does it solve?
How will people actually use it?
What makes it better than existing products?
Only after those questions are answered does the design process become meaningful.
A typical product development workflow looks something like this:
Research → Understand the users, competitors, and market.
Concept Development → Explore different ideas before committing to one.
Industrial Design → Refine the product's form, ergonomics, and user experience.
CAD Engineering → Build accurate 3D models, internal layouts, and assemblies.
Prototyping → Validate fit, function, and usability.
Design for Manufacturing (DFM) → Prepare the product for efficient production.
Skipping any of these stages often leads to redesigns, higher costs, and unnecessary delays.
The CAD model is important, but it's only one part of a much bigger process.
The strongest products aren't created because someone modeled them well, they're created because every stage of development builds on the one before it.
I completely agree! We often start with wrong step. Clear problem definition is the best way to start. Wrong question ask could lead to wrong solution, and in the end a failed product. Thank you for sharing this.
To be honest, this is good drawing! I love exploded view in this work @deborah ayodele ! 🥰
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Good product design starts with understanding the user—even when the user can't speak.
Designing a pet product is very different from designing a product for people.
The customer buys the product, but the dog is the one who decides whether it's comfortable.
That changes the entire design approach.
A well-designed harness isn't just a collection of straps and buckles. Every feature serves a purpose.
Pressure distribution
A good harness spreads pulling forces across the chest and shoulders instead of concentrating pressure around the neck. This improves comfort and reduces the risk of injury during walks.
Adjustability
No two dogs have the same body shape. Multiple adjustment points allow the harness to fit different breeds while keeping the product secure and comfortable.
Material selection
The outer fabric needs to resist wear, while the inner padding should remain breathable and soft against the dog's fur. Choosing the right materials directly affects durability and comfort.
Hardware placement
Buckles, D-rings, and handles aren't positioned randomly. Their placement influences leash control, load distribution, and how easily the harness can be put on or removed.
Safety through visibility
Reflective stitching may seem like a small detail, but it improves visibility during early morning or evening walks, making the product safer in low-light conditions.
Industrial design isn't limited to electronics or mechanical products.
Whether it's a wearable medical device, a household appliance, or a pet accessory, the design process always begins with the same question:
Who will use this product, and how can we make their experience better?
The best products don't succeed because they include more features.
They succeed because every feature has a purpose.
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Good product design is often about balancing trade-offs, not chasing perfection.
Designing a consumer electronic product like a projector isn't about making every feature bigger, smaller, or more powerful.
It's about finding the right balance.
Take a projector, for example.
A larger cooling system can improve thermal performance, but it also increases the overall size of the product.
A more powerful fan can keep internal components cooler, but it may introduce unwanted noise during use.
A larger lens can enhance image quality, yet it takes up valuable space that other components also need.
Even something as simple as the vent placement requires careful planning. Airflow has to be optimized without disrupting the clean appearance of the product or making it uncomfortable to use.
This is where industrial design and engineering work together.
Every decision influence another, cooling affects acoustics, component placement affects assembly, material choice affects weight, and enclosure design impacts manufacturing costs.
The products that feel effortless to use are often the result of solving dozens of these trade-offs behind the scenes.
That's one of the reasons I enjoy product design so much. The challenge isn't just creating something that looks good, it's designing products where engineering, manufacturing, and user experience work together seamlessly.
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