Faulty Umbrellas

Today’s rampant downpour of rain in Davis proved the ineffectiveness of umbrellas as a functional tool. With the current technology available, one would think that the umbrella’s design would be able to withstand powerful gusts of wind and heavy rain drops. However, one would be foolish to believe such a thing. Throughout the day, students walked to class with flailing umbrellas flipping inside out in hand. As a result, they were sprayed with ice cold rain and whipped by the piercing wind. The problem with faulty designs is that they are cheap and available. Once an umbrella breaks, people go out and purchase a new one, and as a result, a vicious cycle ensues. The mass production of flawed items encourages wasteful spending and millions of dollars flushed down the drain. The main purpose of a tool is to aid its consumer, not hinder him or her. One reason why umbrellas are not as advanced as they should be is the fact that this region within the United States does not receive as much rain, and therefore does not prose a problem. Better umbrellas are likely found in places where rainfall is widespread. The design of a product is not always considered when inexpensive prices are involved.