Interactive Tools & Activities
Browser-based activities — no login, no signup, no install.
Design Cycle Explorer
Interactive walkthrough of the IB Design Cycle
Lifecycle Analysis Tool
Step-by-step LCA with guided prompts for each phase
Ergonomics & Anthropometrics Quiz
Test your knowledge of human factors with instant feedback
Material Properties Selector
Compare materials by category, properties, and application
Anthropometrics Calculator
Explore percentile data and design range calculations
Sustainability Audit Tool
Evaluate a product's environmental impact across its lifecycle
Design History Timeline
Key movements, designers, and artefacts across the 20th century
Intellectual Property Guide
Patents, trademarks, copyright, and registered design rights
Manufacturing Processes
Explore forming, cutting, joining, and finishing techniques
Biomimicry Case Studies
Nature-inspired design solutions and real-world applications
Design Brief Builder
Structure and evaluate a design brief against key criteria
User Research Toolkit
Methods and templates for gathering and analysing user insights
Prototype Testing Log
Document, evaluate, and iterate on prototype test results
Classic Design Analysis
Analyse iconic objects through aesthetic, functional, and cultural lenses
Innovation Models Explorer
SCAMPER, TRIZ, design thinking, and other innovation frameworks