Evaluation

1.) My tea infuser was a spoon shape with a long sliding handle. When the handle pushes forward, the basket at the end opens for tea leaves. It allows the expasion of leaves while steeping.

2.) I really liked this style of latch, using a spring to keep pressure on the basket. The pressure kept it closed. The spoon shape was convinent, and almost eliminated the need for a spoon with this cup of tea. I think its a very effective design.

3.) The interior of the basket could be improved- the pressure rod travels through the center, making loading and cleaning a little difficult. Tea leaves got all wrapped around it.

4.) This infuser was very ergonomic, and its spoon shape was very helpful. It's a classy looking device too.

5.) I think that the tradition tea drinking experience is very calming and spiritual. Tea objects should be smooth and calming with round organic shapes. Geometric shapes seems a little unsettling with tea; they'd work better with coffee.