Publications [#268179] of Henry Petroski

Papers Published

1. Petroski, H, What's in a name tag?, American Scientist, vol. 95 no. 4 (July, 2007), pp. 304-308, Sigma Xi, ISSN 0003-0996 [doi]
   (last updated on 2023/06/01)

   Abstract:
   Name tags are essential part of a person's identification in any occasions. Therefore, placement of information must be logical, with more refined typography and a helpful and decorative band of color designating the category of registration. The concept of the name tag integrates an effective and unambiguous information-bearing card into a system. Although most problems are in design, there could also be other modes of failure. Proper place of attachment, use of clip-on name tags, and matching of plastic sleeves. There are numerous ways to achieve the desired ends but the best design are not necessarily the simplest but simply the best.