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Cycle paths
Must haves:
The design should encourage more people to cycle.
It should make cycling more pleasant.
Natural elements such as trees and greenery should be included.
The cycle path should feel safe and suitable for the general public.
The design should accompany for peoples needs. Such as sitting areas and water fountains.
Suitable materials such as tarmac or pavement.
Manufacturing processes
Researching
Analysis of products
Case studies
Making prototypes or scale models
Evaluating prototypes and making improvement
Why not?
Plants require maintenance
Costs money
If not the correct area it may not be used
Poor designs may lead to accidents
May disrupt development of other things
Who
General public
Cyclists of different ablities
Those who need space to ride freely
Those who feel unsafe on roads or dislike riding on roads
How
Making sketches
Planning out ideas
Researching into successful products
Testing the design
Materials
Tarmac/asphalt
Wood/recycled material for benches
Metal for street lamps
glass bulbs
Plants/trees
What
An enjoyable cycle path
A green, safe environment
Aesthetic area
Where
Preferably in urban areas, however they can be in any setting if there is space for construction
It could connect residential areas with parks etc
Natural elements can help improve the area
When
The cycle path should be made throughout the year as convenience is needed
Lighting may help during dark hours so people can make their journey
Materials should withstand different weather conditions