Prototype tooling creates a limited number of copies from a 3D design using traditional or 3D printing techniques. Functional parts may be simplified for display purposes, and the per-copy rate is higher than regular tooling. Prototyping tools are a way to create a prototype from a three-dimensional (3D) design or model; in many respects, it […]
The prototype theory, developed by Eleanor Rosch, states that people categorize objects and concepts based on a prototype or ideal representation of that category. The prototype is determined by common characteristics, and experiences shape a person’s prototype. This theory helps psychologists understand vocabulary acquisition and language development. The prototype theory is a cognitive science theory […]
A prototype mold is a less expensive and less permanent mold used to create a tangible representation of a product during the development phase. It allows for modifications before mass production. Designers use it for complex concepts and may create it themselves or enlist prototype developers. A prototype mold is a term most designers and […]
