ALEXANDERLECK PRODUCT DESIGN PORTFOLIO
HELLO, MY NAME IS ALEXANDER. I am an ambitious and highly motivated recent graduate of Product Design Engineering with practical experience in a range of different roles within the design industry. I thrive in all aspects of the design process, with a particular interest in the intersection of industrial design and engineering. I am constantly seeking to improve my skills as a designer.
EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
AWARDS
DYMENSION OPERATIONS DIRECTOR SEP 15 - APR 16 UNSTUDIO JUNIOR PRODUCT DESIGNER FEB 15 - AUG 15 THORN LIGHTING UNDERGRADUATE DESIGN ENGINEER OCT 14 - FEB 15 COHDA JUNIOR DESIGN ENGINEER MAY 14 - JUL 14 FLANKWARE CONSULTANT, PROJECT MANAGER SEP 12 - MAY 14 PEARSONLLOYD DESIGN INTERN JUN 11 - JUL 11 BOMBARDIER TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING INTERN OCT 10 - APR 11 BOSTON STUDIO GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN MAY 09 - JUN 09
NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY FIRST CLASS Hons BSc PRODUCT DESIGN ENGINEERING 2012-2016 LANDAU FORTE COLLEGE 3 A LEVELS A-C 2010-2012 WOODLANDS COMMUNITY SCHOOL 11 GCSEs A-C 2005-2010
2016 DESIGN AWARD SAPA PROFILES UK GOLD CREST AWARD BRITISH SCIENCE ASSOCIATION ENGINEERING EDUCATION SCHEME ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT TRUST CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE ACADEMY EXCELLENCE AWARDS TECHNOLOGY CATEGORY THE NATIONAL ACADEMY FOR GIFTED AND TALENTED YOUTH ART CATEGORY
TESTIMONIALS “Alexander performed very well and was able to deal with ambitious deadlines and multiple projects. Alexander has proven he can work with a good understanding of processes, technical feasibility and innovations.” WILLIAM DE BOER PRODUCT DESIGNER, UNSTUDIO “Alexander quickly integrated into a multi skilled project team, working well under pressure from aggressive timescales. Alexander was an asset to the team, and this was noted by several senior managers.” NIGEL BROWN PROJECT ENGINEER, THORN LIGHTING
PROJECTS CADDY OMNIO SMARTBAR CHOP CHOP
CADDY
DESIGN INNOVATION IN PLASTICS COMPETITION SEP ‘13 - MAY ‘13
COMPETITION BRIEF Provide an engaging, playful experience that stimulates divergent thinking and creativity.
PRODUCT BRIEF Caddy is a 3D Modelling device for new CAD users, making use of physical, interactive metaphors to provide familiarity to an otherwise unfamiliar experience.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
SOURCE: STATISTICAL STUDIES OF PEER PRODUCTION, 2012
THE OPPORTUNITY
SKETCH DEVELOPMENT
SENSE OF "DISCOVERY" power switch VISUAL METAPHOR
micro usb port
ELASTIC PROVIDES TENSION
"OK" button
INTERACTION STORYBOARD x y
ROTATE THE DISCS
THE SKETCH BECOMES A 3D MODEL
PULL BOTH HALVES APART
THE SKETCH BECOMES A 3D MODEL
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
left endcap
left wheel
power switch
elasticated cord
potentiometer
extrude bar
right endcap battery
mating pins micro usb port
bluetooth module
rheostat "ok" button left housing
right housing
right wheel button housing
OMNIO
GRADUATION PROJECT SEP ‘15 - MAY ‘16
PRODUCT BRIEF OMNIO is a zoneless, adaptive induction cooker that addresses the challenges of compact living by providing the capacity and functionality of current induction cookers within a significantly reduced footprint.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
7
URBAN
POPULATION (BILLIONS)
6 5 4 3
RURAL
2 1
SOURCE: UNITED NATIONS, 2014 BOSCH PIA611B68B
SOURCE: RIBA, 2011
1950
1970
1990
2010
2030
2050
YEAR
INEFFICIENT FOOTPRINTS
COMPACT KITCHENS
URBANISATION GROWTH
The fixed cooking zones of a typical induction cooker account for less than 30% of its overall footprint.
Recent research states that 35% of UK residents don’t have enough worktop space for small kitchen appliances.
Forecasted global urbanisation rates suggest that these figures will continue to increase in the near future, as population concentration forces living spaces to decrease in size.
THE CONCEPT
By replacing the current large induction coils with an array of smaller coils, the footprint of the cooker can be retained at its functional minimum.
KEY BENEFITS
TAILORED COOKING ZONES
ADAPTIVE PAN PLACEMENT
EVEN HEAT DISTRIBUTION
CONSUMER INSIGHTS
A market research survey was distributed to gain insights from over 100 participants. These responses influenced a number of aspects of the final product, including the capacity of the cooking surface and the interface typology.
PROCESS
A range of initial concepts were developed within three concept fragments - interface, array and geometry. The best performing concepts of these fragments were then combined to form 9 unique product concepts, which were then scored again to determine the two most successful product concepts.
SKETCH DEVELOPMENT
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT
150
190
220
REFERENCE PAN SET
240
SQUARE LAYOUT
STRIP LAYOUT
The footprint of the cooking surface is influenced only by the size and number of pans required. Two layouts were designed based upon insights gained from primary and secondary research.
A workshop consisting of members of the target market was held to gain feedback on proposed design features such as interface elements, orientation, layout and ergonomics. These findings were used to instruct the final design of the cooker.
FINAL DESIGN
FILLETED CORNERS MINIMISE UNUSABLE SPACE
CHAMFER TRANSITION
LED DIFFUSER POWER LEVEL CONTROLLED BY PAN ROTATION POWER BUTTON
LIGHT INTENSITY REPRESENTS POWER LEVEL
PROTOTYPING AND TESTING FUNCTIONAL PROTOTYPE
1 min
INTERACTION PROTOTYPE
BUILD
BUILD
TEST
TEST
2 min
3 min
low
med
high
INTERACTION STORYBOARD
KEY PRODUCT FEATURES
ZONELESS, ADAPTIVE ARRAY An array of small coils allows the user to cook anywhere on the surface
INTELLIGENT COIL ACTIVATION Each coil is individually controlled by a photodiode, activated only by the presence of a pan
DYNAMIC USER EXPERIENCE By using the pans themselves to directly control temperature, the need for a dedicated interface panel is eliminated
IMPROVED ERGONOMICS OMNIO’s minimal footprint allows it to be installed at the back of any worktop, providing ample space for food preparation in front of the unit
100
122
276
836
824
264
TOP
FRONT
SIDE
The footprint of the final design provides 92.4% usable cooking space within an overall footprint reduction of 49% in comparison to a typical market competitor.
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COOKING SURFACE TRIMMING + INTERFACE COIL ARRAY COIL INSULATION COIL MOUNT ELECTRICAL PADDING ELECTRICAL INSULATION CONTROL BOARDS ELECTRONICS MOUNT CASING POWER CABLE CLIP POWER CABLE COVER PHOTODIODE FERRITE CORE COPPER COIL COIL WINDER
SMARTBAR
SAPA DESIGN COMPETITION SEP ‘15 - APR ‘16 AWARD WINNER
COMPETITION BRIEF Any new design of a product in which the use of aluminium extrusions forms an integral part.
PRODUCT BRIEF SmartBar is a removable roof bar system with integrated load securing, offering temporary cargo storage only when required. The system is easily removed when not required to maintain the vehicle’s fuel efficiency.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
Primary research found that the majority of users leave their roof bars mounted when not in use, despite the fact that even empty roof bars can reduce fuel efficiency by up to 10%. Furthermore, a significant proportion of UK drivers are purchasing small vehicles, meaning that they are likely to be requiring additional storage space on regular occassions.
HOW CAN THE PROCESS BE SIMPLIFIED AND IMPROVED? minimise number of components
integrated strapping
accomodate wide range of loads
adaptive load securing
satisfy wide range of use cases
support for multiple loads
simplify installation procedure
semi permanent fixings
SKETCH DEVELOPMENT INITIAL CONCEPTS
DEVELOPED CONCEPTS
FINAL DESIGN ELASTICATED STRAP ROLL SLIDING HANDLE
REST SURFACE FOR STRAPPING
removable endcap
INTEGRATED CHANNELS FLAT SURFACE for fasteners handle
endcap
support for multiple loads
mount unit
ADAPTIVE STRAPPING
MOUNTING METHOD
CROSS SECTION VIEW
INTERIOR VIEW
DETAIL VIEW
DETAIL VIEW
DETAIL VIEW
+ Clamps to roof panel with adaptive plates + Only needs to be installed once with a standard Allen Key + Collapsible when not required to reduce impact on aerodynamics + Foam padded to protect vehicle bodywork
Once installed, the mounts stay fixed to the vehicle, even when the system is not in use.
USE
ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION
INTERACTION STORYBOARD
65 40
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
1270
80
A COMPLETE SYSTEM CONSISTS OF 2 BARS AND 4 MOUNTS
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STRAP ROLL ROOF BAR SPRING PIN HANDLE END CAP THUMB NUT STUD HINGE PIN MOUNT CASING UPPER PLATE M5 HEX BOLT M5 HEX NUT LOWER PLATE
ELASTICATED POLYESTER ALUMINIUM ALLOY 6063 STAINLESS STEEL A1 ALUMINIUM ALLOY 6063 ABS STAINLESS STEEL A2 STAINLESS STEEL A2 STAINLESS STEEL A2 STAINLESS STEEL A1 ABS ALUMINIUM C443 STAINLESS STEEL A2 STAINLESS STEEL A2 ALUMINIUM C443
KEY: CUSTOM, PURCHASED
BAR
MOUNT
CHOP CHOP
SELF SET WEEKEND PROJECT JUL ‘16
PRODUCT BRIEF Chop Chop is a compartmentalised chopping board, intended to simplify the process of food preparation and organisation.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
OVERHEAD SHOT, SEV VEG ON BOARD
OTHER VEGETABLES POURING OFF
Through observation, I noticed that people typically prepare the ingredients for a meal on the same chopping board. When a recipe requires the different ingredients to be added at different times, it can be difficult to conveniently do so without accidentally mixing.
SKETCH DEVELOPMENT
FINAL DESIGN board rotates to reveal other compartments
thin lip
chamfer board
bearing
walls compress to form spout
core hard plastic walls
compartment
soft silicon
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