What is an adaptive design?
Adaptive design is to create objects that support easy access for all people. Usually this term is associated with disabilities, but all people could theoretically benefit from adjusting certain objects to better adapt to the body or mind of the individual. Most people believe that creating objects and systems that are generally accessible is more advantageous than individually modifying objects to increase availability, but that current and practical solutions to experienced problems are also extremely important. Types of modifications characteristic of adaptive design are usually individual in nature, but can help with mobility, location and even learning.
Most objects and systems in the world are designed for a non -existent “normal” body. Adaptive design is a philosophy that advocates changes in these objects to increase ease of use for individuals. The individual in question may have a very specific disability such as the inability to sit a refight, in which case it may be an objectEKT used in a number of situations in which sitting is a problem. Alternatively, the design can be designed to complement a specific existing building such as a wheelchair.
One of the most interesting features of adaptive design is that it is highly individual in its ideal form. Even people with the same disabilities can have very different needs depending on the specifics of this disability. For this reason, emphasis is placed on adaptive products. It is not always possible to achieve a perfect adaptation between the body and technology, but for success with these products, a narrow match is important.
All people can benefit from adaptive design modifications, but people who are disabled can extremely benefit from these minor changes. Economy of participation in social activities and increasing access to opportunities is one of the main objectives of many groups that focus on this type of design. YetIt is generally considered to be more suitable both philosophically and practically to maximize easy use for all people without adding modifications. In view of the design of products, it can reduce the need to adapt these products, which in turn supports the smooth inclusion of people who are deactivated.
It is often possible to improve availability using basic tools and design materials. Individuals can be able to create adaptive solutions using cheap materials such as cardboard or foam. These products are not always the most attractive, but can be highly functional. The aim of many groups is to help parents to create these objects for children and provide individuals with technology they need to fully participate in their lives.