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idiot-proof

design that attempt to avoid misuse resulting from a lack of or improper understanding
Class type of: design Q12981895

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2 properties
Subclass of
design[1]
Uses
defensive design[2]
🏷️ Also known as
en fool proof en fool-proof en foolproof en fool proofed en fool-proofed en fool proofing en fool-proofing en foolproofing en misuse proofing en misuse-proofing en idiot proof en idiot-proof en idiotproof en idiot proofed en idiot-proofed en idiotproofed en idiot proofing en idiot-proofing en idiotproofing en misuse proof
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Paper cutting machine with two-handed safety switches.jpg ↗
Freebase ID
/m/05p8zyt

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Subtypes 1
poka-yoke
Uses 1
defensive design
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  1. 16w ago · KrBot bot · 2026-07-18 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Subclass of → design
    Uses → defensive design
    "Changed claim: Subclass of: design, разрешение перенаправления / resolving redirect design → design (…"
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