Monday 8 May 2017

Parts of a Baby Carrier

As part of our inquiry into 'Functions' we analysed the different parts of a pram. 


Baby carriers are products designed to keep babies safe and secure when being transported. Their designs have changed dramatically over the years due to new innovations such as including safety harnesses, large rubber wheels and sun canopies. A pram is a type of baby carrier that has many parts that serve different functions. Modern prams feature parts such as rubber wheels, harnesses, canopies and collapsible frames.

Rubber wheels - Charlotte
The wheels are a very useful feature of the pram. Rubber wheels are very important because they can go on several different  surfaces. Without rubber on the wheels it would be difficult to transport the pram over different terrains because the steel would not grip onto the ground, making it harder to transport the pram and baby.  With rubber wheels the pram can adapt to your speed and location.

Collapsible Frame - Kristy
A collapsible frame is a very important part of a pram. If there wasn’t a collapsible frame on prams, it would be more difficult to place in a car, lift upstairs or store easily in small spaces. Having collapsible frames as a feature on prams makes it easier for parents to transport prams when not holding the baby.

Canopy - Joshua
A canopy is used to protect the baby from the elements. Canopies are a recent addition to baby carriages and allows parents to take the baby out in any weather. Without the canopy Babies may suffer from sunburn or get wet if it’s raining causing them to catch colds.

Safety Harnesses - Shreyas
The safety harness has an important role in the pram.  It has to keep the baby safe while traveling, it also stops babies from falling out of the pram and getting injured.  Safety harnesses also keep them comfortable when riding in the pram.  

Conclusion
While all parts of a pram contribute to the overall purpose of keeping the baby safe and secure while being transported in our opinion the most important part is the safety harness. While the other parts are important and the pram would not function well without them the safety harnesses guarantee the baby does not fall out of the pram and get injured. A baby wouldn’t necessarily get injured or hurt in a pram without a canopy, rubber wheels, or a collapsible frame.

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