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Return To Invention FAQ Archive   Search the Archives How do I make my prototype? Answered By Elsie Ivins, Editor The following are the general steps you need to follow in constructing your prototype. It applies in different ways and in varying types of inventions, for instance a simple plastic toy versus a comprehensive electronic gadget. 1. Visualize your invention by making a sketch of it. Keep all sketches that you will make in your inventor’s logbook. 2. If you know how to draw your invention through the use of CAD (computer-aided design), then it is suggested that you have a program installed in your computer. 3. Create a non-working model for your invention. You can use foam, wood, metal, paper, or cardboard. It will give you an idea if the form and specifications from your sketches fits the future prototype that you will build later on. 4. Make a comprehensive plan of the working prototype of your invention. List down all the materials that will be needed, the tools that you will use, and the steps to assemble your prototype. Have a book or kit on prototyping always ready for easy reference. 5. Estimate the cost in building your prototype. Ask for quotes from different suppliers and list down the prices of each spare part that you will use. 6. Always be careful in buying the parts for your prototype. Make sure that it matches the specifications and model number that is stated in your comprehensive plan. There is a chance that your prototype will malfunction if you have purchased wrong parts. 7. If your prototype will be quite difficult to build, you may opt to avail the services of an engineer, designer, or skilled person who have knowledge in prototype assembling. They can be of great help especially in assembling electronic parts. keywords: Invention | Inventor | Patent | Prototype | Model | CAD African American Inventors

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