Aaron McTurk. Automotive Design Portfolio: 2014
Contents: CITY.
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Escapade.
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Buick Enchase.
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BMW Isetta O2.
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Skills.
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How will the user needs of future generations effect automotive design? With a growing percentage of the worlds population living in urban areas, and decreasing interest in the private automobile, how will future generations view personal mobility, will they own a car? Will they use public, shared systems? The CITY (Compact, Intelligent Transport for You) project proposes a view of future personal mobility in a highly compact, urban environment. As cities around the world move towards banning vehicles and reformatting city centers to a more pedestrian approach, the need for a compact, maneuverable vehicle becomes apparent.
Personal Mobility
Compact Living
Ecological focus
Vehicle Framework:
Identifying a niche for the project to fill.
Personal bicycles:
In an pedestrianised, urban environment, the obvious solution for efficient and quick personal transport would be a bicycle, either as part of a city-wide system or privately owned.
Rickshaws and cycle delivery:
A step up from a bicycle, a rickshaw or cycle delivery vehicle would offer usable space and comfort for medium length journeys, E.g. across town. Using a small cycle based delivery vehicle would also allow small businesses to operate within pedestrianised areas.
Intended niche for the final vehicle. Offering the mobility of a bicycle as well as the range and comfort of a car, the final design should operate within this framework and as part of a city-wide integrated transport system.
Mid size private vehicles and vans:
Either privately owned or shared within a housing complex, these MPVs and light commercial vehicles enable large groups to travel efficiently and in comfort, as well as businesses to deliver medium-large loads.
High speed public transport:
High speed rail and road networks would connect cities together, offering fast and efficient travel and transport. These systems would stop at the outer limits of a city, reducing congestion within the city itself.
Sketching ideas:
How will the intended environment effect the form language?
Chosen form direction.
Developing from 2D to 3D Taking the drive-train further into the future.
Space saving and maneuverable: The drive-train for the CITY project is defined by several strict guidelines. Given the compact nature of the vehicle, the smallest drive-train possible was needed, along with high agility and maneuverability needed in a dense urban environment. A combination of Michelin’s Active wheel and a Mecanum wheel design gives superior mobility in a highly compact unit. The Mecanum system allows the CITY to turn within its own footprint, move in any direction independently on where the vehicle is facing and also frees up precious interior space. The Michelin Active Wheel system places the drive, suspension and brake units within the wheel, allowing even more interior space to be utilised for occupants or cargo.
Suspension unit and attachment point
Drive motor and gearbox
Wheel hub
Replaceable rollers
For more clay model pictures please see the skills section.
Compact, efficient drive-train.
By utilising the Mecanum wheel and Michelin wheel design, less space is used by the drivetrain, vital in such a small footprint.
Space for two adults
The central driver’s position allows more room for rear passengers and cargo. Up to two adults and a child can be comfortably carried, or the rear area can be re-purposed with tool and material storage for tradespeople.
Tightly packed footprint.
The CITY’s small size allows for maximum mobility in built-up urban areas while posing minimal risk to pedestrians.
Current segment competitors. Low power, Light weight.
By specifying small electric motors and a lightweight plastic construction, the CITY uses minimal energy, in tune with the future scenario chosen.
OLED information screen Provides vehicle data as well as infotainment and local parking, charging and attractions advice.
Hand control system
Simplifies the driving experience, especially for those who would not normally consider a traditional automobile.
At-Hand storage Easy to reach pockets for personal effects.
Central drivers saddle For familiar driving position to consumers more used to scooters and bicycles.
Folding, split bench seat Provides additional space for large cargo. While still giving a comfortable seating space for passengers.
Escapade Sports Car 2011: Final Project for Bachelors degree. Simplify, then add lightness
That’s the motto of Colin Chapman and his Lotus 7, the original kit car that is still the benchmark for performance and style. The Escapade Sports car is a modern take on Chapmans’ idea, creating a low cost, light weight fun car that can be built at home and driven anywhere.
Undergraduate final year project: 2011. The thrill of an open road.
Target user:
Design Brief:
- Male, 30 - 55 years old - Strong interest in mechanics and vehicles - Races at local track on weekends - Some expendable income to spend on a second car
To fulfil the promise of providing the ultimate driving experience, the Escapade was designed around several core ideas: - Less power, more fun. - Low, open and loud for the complete immersive experience. - Wearing in, rather than wearing out. - Form follows Function follows Fun. By focusing on these ideas, the Escapade manages to capture the ultimate driving experience in an unique and immersive way.
Designed to wear in rather than wear out, the Escapade is designed to highlight stone chips and damage to encourage active use and spirited driving. Light weight, low and loud, the Escapade offers the ultimate in Low-Fi driving experiences. Using an existing drivetrain ensures reliability and parts availability, a major consideration for kit car owners.
Technical Specifications: Drive-train: Suzuki Swift Sport 1600cc I4 Power: 130 BHP Chassis construction: Aluminum-Foam-Sandwich Monocoque Estimated weight: 700kg
Buick Enchase. 2014: Brand exploration and sketching project. How could Buick’s “Grace and Pace” design language be applied to a smaller, B segment vehicle?
Buick 2
Isetta 02 By BMW 2010: Brand and form language exploration. Designed as a homage to the iconic
1957 Isetta Micro car, the BMW Isetta O2 combines BMW’s current design language with classic design cues from the original. By retaining the narrow rear wheels and forwards opening door, the Isetta O2 is ideal for transporting three adults in style and comfort. The Isetta O2 uses a revolutionary Di Petro Air engine, which achieves 90% efficiency with compressed air alone. Blending old and new influences, the Isetta O2 is the ideal homage to BMW’s first micro car.
Skills.
Skills: Clay modeling. Skills : clay models
2011 (Escapade) & 2013 (CITY). Chavant modeling clay.
Skills: Final Models
2011 (Escapade) & 2013 (CITY).
Skills: Interior Model. 2013. Chavant clay base, milled foam pieces, vacuum formed plastic details. Group project as part of MA Automotive design course for MG/SAIC.
About Me:
Curriculum Vitae and contact information. About: Born: 09/071989, Tauranga, New Zealand Nationality: New Zealander Current location: Coventry, England. About Me: Born and raised in Tauranga, New Zealand, I have a background of pulling cars and engines to bits and occasionally getting them to work again, My passion for automotive design stems from locally built kit cars and American car culture icons such as Ed ‘Big Daddy’ Roth. Design philosophies: My approach to design focuses on the idea of Form following Function following Fun, with an emphasis on light weight and efficient design. This approach leads to vehicles and products that are feasible, usable, aesthetically pleasing and above all fun to live with.
Contact Information: aaronmcturk@xtra.co.nz +44 07721 924 204 (UK) +64 075481191 (New Zealand) www.aaronsdesk.com
Education: Secondary (NCEA): Graduated 2007, Kati Kati College, New Zealand. Tertiary: Honours degree in Transport Design (BDes), Massey University, New Zealand. Post Graduate: (Pending Graduation 2014) MA Automotive Design, Coventry University, England. Other: Completed Outward Bound 3 week course, April 2007 2nd Place, Coventry University Quadricycle design competition, February 2013
Work experience: Hutchison’s Boat Builders – Apprentice (October 2007 - February 2008) Worked as an apprentice for an established boat builder to gain industry experience before tertiary studies. Freelance design consultant (January 2011 – July 2012) Worked with an owner-builder of an one-off sports car, advising on details and finishes as well as designing interior and exterior components. Other: Presented at DesignEd conference for secondary school teachers, Nov. 2011 Massey University Exposure exhibition, November 2011 Featured on www.coolentrepreneur.com, January 2012 Coventry University Automotive Visions exhibition, December 2013 Featured on www.formtrends.com, January 2014 Featured on www.cardesignnews.com, January 2014
Skills: Design: Automotive exterior and interior design Sketching and automotive illustration Brand Identity and language development Design research and critical thinking Modeling: Basic metal fabrication Basic fiberglass fabrication Basic electrical prototyping Chavant Clay modelling (Automotive exterior and Interior) Hard modelling (Foam and resin, fiberglass mould modelling) Software: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign Sketchbook Pro Rhinoceros and Alias 3D modelling software Vray and 3D rendering software Microsoft office suite
Thank you for viewing. www.aaronsdesk.com aaronmcturk@xtra.co.nz