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Testing

        The testing part of our project was very important because we needed a way to prove that we successfully completed our project.  We put a lot of thought into this portion of this semester goals.  The idea we chose was to make an evaluation form and have many differently sized and shaped people test out our products.  We had everyone fill out a form similar to a SUSAI form that students fill out about there teachers, which can be seen below.                                                               

 

Testing Data Sheet

Your Name:                                      __________

Please circle one number for each category.

             1                is the lowest

10              is the highest

Comfort

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Adjustability

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Visability of Gauges

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Accessability of Controls

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Field of Vision

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Appearance

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

 

Comments: ___________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________

 

 

Table 1: Results from our Testing Survey Form

 

            As you can see, all of the drivers were extremely happy with the final product of the ergonomics for the Formula and Baja cars.  The cockpit received very high scores, with the lowest score being an eight and only two of the average scores are under nine.  We are pleased that everyone liked our designs and our final product.  We believe that these changes will make this years cars more enjoyable to drive and be able to drive them longer without having to take a break to rest or change something about the vehicles.