Andrew Bowen Designs projects in depth
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Andrew Kyle Bowen
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480.233.6004
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bio / summary I pride myself in being a divergent thinker and problem solver. My specialties include a wide array of abilities in the product development field that can take any idea or direction to final manufactured goods on shelves. Using a systematic and scientific approach my process includes all aspects of design development from research, conceptual ideation, digital modeling, engineering, prototyping, manufacturing, and brand directions relevant to market trends. I am well versed in all types of environments ranging from design consultancies to corporate in house, or as an independent contractor. Each time working directly with clients, owners, marketing and advertising teams, sales, as well as domestic and overseas manufacturing. With this diversity I bring a level of knowledge and insight that should be invaluable to any company, firm, or startup that wishes to bring products to market.
services / abilities Product / Market Research Design Research, Usability Research, Market Trend Forecasting, Product Opportunity Gap Analysis, Focus Group Construction and Analysis, Concept Development, Structured Brainstorming, Mind Mapping, benchmarking, and preliminary ideation.
Product Design Development: Concept Ideation, Conceptual Illustration, Storyboarding, Form and Function Development, Physical and Digital Interface Design, CAD Modeling, Surface Modeling, Human Factors, Mechanism Design, Design for Prototyping, Design for Manufacturing, Strategy
Prototyping / Model Making: Rough Mock Ups, Working Rough or Refined Prototypes, Study Models, Appearance / Show Models, 3D Printing, SLS, SLA, Polyjet, Waterjet, CNC, FDM, Laser Cutter, Vacuum Forming, Casting, Woodwork, Metalwork, Machining, Electronics and Circuitry, Working Mechanisms, Form Sculpting
Branding: Corporate Identity, Design Language, Graphic Design, Packaging Design, Web Design, Info Graphics, Logos, layouts, Icons, Presentations, Catalogs, Marketing Materials, Trade show Booth Design
Manufacturing and Engineering: Part Construction, Mechanical Engineering, Assemblies, Manufacturing and Assembly Methods, Material Properties, Testing, Part Analysis
Design / Project Management: Proposals, Planning, Sourcing, Recruiting, Timelines, Training, Inspiring
skills / techniques 2D Programs: Photoshop, Illustrator, Keyshot, InDesign, Premier, Sketch Book Pro, Corel Painter.
3D Programs: SolidWorks, Rhino, Maya, Keyshot, Photo 360, V-Ray, Flamingo, Kerkythea
Traditional Media: Concept Pen / Pencil Sketching, Marker Renderings, Pastel and Gouache Renderings, Foam Core / Cardboard Mockups, Foam / Renshape Modeling
Andrew Kyle Bowen
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design / branding / development Sept 2011 – Present, Andrew Bowen Designs Independent Design Consultant / Greater New York City Area •Working with clients from small startups to large corporations •Specializing in new product innovation and brand building. •Providing a comprehensive approach to Industrial Design and Product Development. •Using a conscious strategy in addressing market opportunities, emerging trends, technology, branding, manufacturing, as well as environmental and social impacts Sept 2014 – Present, Protocol NY Contracted Industrial Designer / New York, NY •Heading new product development and management of existing lines with multiple sub-brands. •Responsible for all areas from research and ideation to production and branding. •Overseeing and managing Hong Kong development team, freelancers, and contract designers. Jan 2013 – Jan 2014, Betesh Group Contracted Industrial Designer and Brand Developer / NJ •Spearheaded a new brand and division of houseware products. Areas include Design and development, branding and packaging, engineering, prototyping, patent submissions, etc. • Responsible for all areas including innovation, design, and branding of new products and lines.
Sept 2011– 2014,
Prime Design Machineart Industrial Design P9 Design Kaz inc. Clepper Time llc Quirky Inc. Manuel Saez & Partners Inch Product Development Contract Industrial Designer / Greater New York City Area •Consulting on a contract basis for over 10 creative agencies in the greater New York City area •Assisting agencies in all areas of product development services from market research, design ideation, engineering, prototyping, testing, manufacturing, and project management. •Projects included: Harry’s Razors - Graco Strollers and Seating - Oxo Kitchen Products - Vicks Humidifiers Honeywell Heaters - Brookstone Heaters - Polaroid Cameras and packaging - iDevices - Sterno stoves Oraceutical Tooth Whitener - Tribute Dry Erase Markers - Xigo Particle Analyzer - Clique Footwear - Garden Life Bazar Home Storage Systems - Paylock Vehicle Locking Boot - and many more.
research / engineering / testing June – July 2011, Philips Healthcare Usability Researcher / AZ •Research, product testing, and analysis on Philip’s Health Care technology at Banner Hospital Simulation Center.
Nov 2010 – Aug 2011, HMS Research Lab Industrial Designer and Prototype Developer / AZ •The primary designer, engineer and prototype developer on chosen research projects including The Universal Surgical Simulator and Pre-screen Oral Center.
internship / collaboration Aug 2010- May 2011, Herman Miller Healthcare Student sponsored business and product proposal / Tempe, AZ •Market and product research, design and engineer innovation, and corporate brand strategy
May- July 2010, Samsung North American Design Industrial Design Researcher and Collaborator / Tempe, AZ •Design research, market analysis, product usability testing, and new product innovation.
Jul- Sep. 2010, Bestway Inflatable Corporation Industrial Design Internship / Shanghai, China •New Product Innovation, renovating existing product lines, market research, and product testing.
education 2007 - May 2011, Arizona State University Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Design / AZ •Innovation Space research lab recipient with Herman Miller as corporate sponsor. •Recipient of the Paul H Klett Memorial College of design Scholarship. •Graduated as summa cum-laude. GPA: 3.8
2008, Art Center At Night College of Design Intermediate Transportation Design / CA •Visual presentation, form development, branding, and advanced renderings abilities 2003 - 2007, Mesa Community College Associates Degree of General Studies and Fine arts
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powertool CASE STUDY
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implementation
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delivery of innovation
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innovation space
Innovation Space is an entrepreneurial joint venture among the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering and W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. The goal of the transdisciplinary education and research lab is to teach students how to develop products that create market value while serving real societal needs and minimizing impacts on the environment. –Professor and author Prasad Boradkar
Sponsored project What you will find here: The following is a sample of a case study and product / business proposal I had completed as part of my senior thesis at Arizona State University. With all the images shown being produced by myself, while the more in depth books were done in collaboration with my teammates and our sponsor and as part of the multidisciplinary program of Innovation Space. In this sample much of the research, business proposal, engineering diagrams, and info graphics have been left out. If you would like to see the entire project including both books of our innovation proposal please just ask. All rights to this project are owned by both Herman Miller and ASU and are being perused with patents pending
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project background
our sponsor Herman Miller is a furniture design and manufacturing company. Their philosophy is to “design and build a better world”. Herman Miller RSQHUDR SN BQD@SD @ LNQD DQFNMNLHB VNQJOK@BD @R VDKK @R LNQD DEjBHDMS V@XR NE CDKHUDQHMF DCTB@SHNM @MC GD@KSGB@QD SGQNTFG BG@MFDR HM the structural environment. Herman Miller’s belief that their company makes the least environmental impact while providing the greatest products and services available.
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Through our initial market research our team chose to focus on home care industry due to it’s rapid growth with aging baby boomers and little competition it offered many more opportunities in new product innovation. Currently, nursing homes are over capacity, and as the baby boomer generation continues to age, this problem will only worsen. Homecare is an attractive alternative to nursing home care DRODBH@KKX @R SDBGMNKNFX ODQLHSR SGD CDKHUDQX NE LNQD RNOGHRSHB@SDC KDRR DWODMRHUD B@QD HM SGD GNLD (CD@KKX NTQ jM@K OQNCTBS BNMBDOS could be used both in home care and also in nursing homes.
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research Competitor benchmarking closest competitors
on the horizon
could be coming
closest competitors on the horizon could be coming furthest away
furthest away
color differences indicate the distance between competitors in the market
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research Competitor benchmarking direct competition
subsidiary / partner
grouping of direct competitors in comparison to Herman Miller and partners
One important part of our research was to look closely at the competitors within the healthcare furniture industry. This was done in part so we could see where trends were going and where there may be opportunities for innovation. After analysis of these companies’ products we where able to plot them visually on maps which can be easily read.
This bi-axial map compares the competitors in the healthcare furniture industry by placing towards words that most describe their designs.
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modern conservative Brooklyn, NY, USA
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research Technology benchmarking (M NTQ jMCHMFR SGD GNLD B@QD DMUHQNMLDMS G@R L@MX NOONQtunities for innovative growth, there is in fact a few successful technologies that exist in the market and accommodate BDQS@HM CHEjBTKS S@RJR (M SGHR CH@FQ@L VD VHKK DW@LHMD @MC DU@KT@SD SGQDD NE SGD L@INQ OQNAKDL @QD@R RODBHjB@KKX HM DKCDQKX B@QD SG@S VHKK BNMSHMTD SN ADMDjS FQD@SKX EQNL SDBGnological innovations.
Home health care monitoring allows healthcare providers to monitor the patient in a non-invasive way so they can have more independence.
monitoring technology
assistive lift devices
mobility aids
existing products
emerging technology
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research Technology benchmarking Patient lift devices allow an individual to be lifted and transferred with minimal effort and greater safety. Advancing technologies include robotics as well as automated multi function devices.
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Mobility aids can assist a person to move from place to place and come in several forms depending on the patient’s abilities. Some emerging technologies even include Honda’s Mobility devices to assist those who require walking aids.
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ideation Brainstorming After careful analysis of our secondary research, we conducted several interviews with professionals within the home health care industry. This led us to discover many product opportunity gaps. With these known gaps we could began brainstorming and conceptualizing on possible solutions to common found problems. These ideas were then further organized into groups based on what solution they are attempting accomplish. By doing this we were able to narrow down our direction into three main categories.
Three final concepts
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How do we keep a patient in bed without bars or restraints?
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How can we help patients access their needs with limited reach?
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How can we incorporate all of the mobility assistants into one modular device?
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ideation final concept one From our research, it was evident that a major issue in the home care industry is keeping a patient safely in their bed. Especially in elderly care, patients have a tendency to roll over when they are sleeping and fall over the edge. The current technologies to prevent this from happening are dangerous for the patient; they have a history of causing injuries and are even banned form certain home care facilities. Our goal was to develop a new, safer and even more comfortable design to solve this issue. Initial ideas were to include storage spaces and to have the bed be a modular device.
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final concept one
With this concept several options would be available for the customer. As their needs change the bed system could be added onto to provide more functions.
In the beginning the customer would be able to use their existing mattress and later upgrade to an adjustable one.
As mobility needs change with the user growing older potential options could include integrated wheel chair systems.
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ideation final concept two Our initial sketch concept to answer the question, “How can we help a patients access their needs within a limited reach?� Through our interviews with various users we discovered that a major concern was their inability to reach their belongings without the assistance of a caregiver. Bed ridden patients are unable to easily get out of bed to obtain the belongings they need. Patients in wheelchairs are unable to reach high places where their belongings may be stored. Our goal was to develop a dynamic shelving system that allows patients to easily access their belongings without having to rely on a caregiver.
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ideation final concept two
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The storage spaces can easily be pulled out and then down to the user’s eye level.
Shelves inside drawers can then rotate to give easier access.
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ideation final concept three Eos is a comfortable, ergonomic chair that promotes better circulation and can easily be easily navigated around the home. The back of the chair can be lowered to transform into a transfer bench that would allow patients to easily access the shower or beds. Eos also includes a lifting hydraulics to easily raise users in and out of the chair without the assistance of a caregiver. This system would increase the user’s independence and mobility ty without the stigma attached to traditional mobility devices.
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ideation final concept three
Eos is designed so that the back of the chair can be lowered to transformed into a transfer bench so the patient may easily access the shower.
This chair system includes a lifting device to easily raise the patient up and out of the chair without the assistance of a caregiver.
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Implementation Chosen concept direction After initial concepts where presented to 'DQL@M ,HKKDQ @ jM@K CHQDBSHNM V@R BGNRDM SN pursue developing the Somnus bed safety system concept. Once this decision was made further development of form and function was further explored in order to analyze all best possible options
mind map analysis
additional brainstorming over details
product function doodles
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Implementation Design language 0ne
morph-tech: in this language we would see technology take form and morph around the human body. This would result in products that pay all heed to human factors and anthropometrics. A bit organic and industrial together. It would be closely similar to recent products by Herman Miller such as the Embody or Setu chairs. Brooklyn, NY, USA
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Implementation Design language two
sharp n Soft: the shapes of these products would be geometric or rectilinear and may even resemble origami. Despite their sharp shapes they would made out of soft foam type material.
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Implementation Design language three
soft bends: In this design style the object would be mostly made off plans that bend and swoop but rarely have 90 degree angles or radii corners. Over all this would these would be organic and curvilinear.
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Finalization Final concept sketches After analysis of the three design languages it was chosen to combine both the morph-tech and soft bends aesthetic. The combination of these forms I felt needed further development so I returned once again to sketch exploration for this.
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Finalization concept study models (M NQCDQ SN HQNM NTS SGD CDS@HKR NE SGD jM@K CDRHFM HMBKTCHMF HS R ETMBSHNM @MC aesthetic features, mock up study models were build. These were quickly created at a one tenth scales using foam core material.
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delivery of innovation
Somnus: An Alternative to Bed Rails Many injuries are caused from people falling out of bed. Currently, the only way to prevent falls is through bed railings. However, bed railings are known to cause serious injury and also require constant monitoring. Somnus is a home healthcare bed solution with a variety of functions, the primary one being fall prevention. In addition to preventing falls, Somnus also provides storage, helps in propping up for sitting, and adapts to the user’s needs by supporting changing technology.
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delivery of innovation
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delivery of innovation What Somnus provides :
Assistive Transfer Bench
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Assistive Transfer Chair
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delivery of innovation What Somnus provides :
Close Proximity Storage
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Safety & Circulation Cover
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delivery of innovation how it works:
Assistive Transfer Bench and Chair
To provide ease of access for the user and care giver, side walls can hinge down by simply pushing forward and then pulling back.
When side walls are hinged down they are be used d as a transfer bench to assist in moving patient.
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delivery of innovation how it works:
Assistive Transfer Bench and Chair
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By pushing and releasing two buttons on cylindrical hinges the transfer bench can convert into a transfer chair for added comfort and ease of transition.
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bench or transfer chair. These parts are designed to be neatly packaged into a strong structural support frame with aneasy to clean outer shell.
delivery of innovation how it works:
Close Proximity Storage First the user would open the smaller drawer which houses a second drawer.
Next the user would lay down the transfer bench and fold the back rest over. At this point the second drawer can then be lifted up using the handles and would be held in place via a tensioned scissor lift.
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delivery of innovation how it works:
Close Proximity Storage
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delivery of innovation how it works:
Safety & Circulation Cover
The Somnus safety and circulation cover is an easy add on to the bed system. Attaching and detaching the cover would be done byy simple p lifting g a cover on the top p of the side supports pp and hooking the rings of the cover onto the side pins. By closing the cover it then locks the cover in place.
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delivery of innovation how it works:
Safety & Circulation Cover oscillating air chambers
Side latch hinges open to allow rings on the cover to hook in place. Once latch is closed the cover can be locked and secured.
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users body will not gather pressure in one area and thus prevent the development of bed sores. By having the cover canopy over the gap area between mattress and bed side. This prevents any possible entrapments or areas where suffocation can occur.
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delivery of innovation what holds it together : Frame and Support System The Somnus frame system consists of extruded aluminum shaped in a chamfered U shape for rigidity. By using all parts made from the same tool this cuts down on materials used and for Herman Miller and cuts cost for the end user.
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wooden slates replace the need for box springs
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project background Power tool case study
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research market analysis
In our initial research we begun by looking at the current belt sanders on the market. We did this to understand not only their functions and features but also who their target market was and at what price range they were sold at. Thus know what market gaps may exist.
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Medium $81 - $150 hobbyist
High $151 - $250+ industrial strength Innovative
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research additional product research Within our research many topics were explored. This was done in most part to gain full knowledge of all factors that affect the use of a belt sander. Among these the most extensive and revealing was analysis of all user tasks / actions, along with patient research.
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research user interviews First Interiewee: Jesus Job title: Industrial Wood Worker Past experience: 30 years of wood working Problems with tool: Even Surfacing, controling tool, and fatigue from weight. Sugestions for redesign: V@X SN FDS ODQEDBS k@S RTQE@BDR @CITRS@AKD RODDC QDCTBD VDHFGS @MC a way to get into small or angled surfaces Second Interiewee: Eddee Edson Job title: Artistic Wood Worker Past experience: jADQ FK@RR AN@S BNMRSQTBSHNM HMCTRSQH@K ETQMHSTQD @MC B@AHMDS L@JDQ Problems with tool: -N RGTS NEE RVHSBG BNQC L@M@FDLDMS @MC FDSSHMF k@S RTQE@BDR 2TFDRSHNMR ENQ QDCDRHFM 3QHFFDQ @MC MNS NM NEE RVHSBG ADSSDQ BNMjFTQ@SHNM NE BNQC @MC CTRS collector, slow introduction to surface, and cleaning and debris management. Third Interiewee: Steve Job title: Student Shop Advisor Past experience: Wood worker, Floor installer, and shop owner Problems with tool: Lack of power when doing hard surfaces, too small of a plate, managing dust and cord. Sugestions for redesign: High power and mangement, larger sanding area for hand helds, possible air for larger sanders, vaccum attachment.
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insight: need for cases that matched the tool.
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research existing design study sketches By studying and then sketching existing products on the market this helps to study not only the over all forms but also the details and features they poses. Form doing this we can see easily start seeing why some belt sanders are preferred to other, and in the end many ideas came about as to how to make a competitive more ergonomic and aesthetically appealing product.
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research proposed solutions
problems Producing this problem and solution diagram revealed not only all functions and features that the concept should embody but also shows visually how they are connected and affect one another. In doing this it also became apparent what parts of the proposed solutions would be the primary features to advertise and make note of.
solutions
1
even surfacing
digital leveler / even surface indicator
2
HMDEjBHDMS dust collection
dual fan collection
3
visibility of surface
4
interfering dust collector
longer mid sander plate prevent user from placing rear roller down first easy to adjust alignment
dust exit tube is large enough to attach vacuum dust collection located at back and again on top
dust blower / blow dust out of the way
front narrow to not obstruct view handles at the rear so hands don’t block view body angles down at front
adjustable dust collector
dust collector located on left side or back collection reservoir’s shape should be narrow dust collector should stick out as little as possible
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5 unbalanced weight
handles centered over sanding plate motor located between rollers
primary solutions secondary solutions
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ideation possible motor configurations 1
top
1
hypoid Aligned motor and gears are aligned with wheels more balanced
side
2
direct Drive driven directly by the motor
2 top
smaller motor needed wheel is aligned directly with motor
side
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ideation chosen motor configuration
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2 2
top
dropped Motor motor is placed between wheels more balanced less material needed
side
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ideation final concept one
explored metaphor: a snake’s head using the snake as my second metaphor I looked at the qualities of having a low center of gravity, sleek form, and power coming from the front. users will be attracted by its low stance clear visibility along with its unique styling.
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ideation final concept one
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ideation final concept two Ideation
explored metaphor: Snail The snail posses many admirable traits that belt sander could be modeled after; including, stability, longevity, perseverance, and in many cultures wisdom. Users will be drawn to its many ways of using the handles as well as its concealed motor, rugged looks, and wide surface area.
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ideation final concept two
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Implementation
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Brooklyn, NY, USA
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Implementation
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Delivery of innovation design improvement one
Dust blower for better surface visibility by directing excess air out the front of the sander this would improve the use of the tool in two ways: by giving better visibility of the surface that needs to be sanded. removing any left over dust that the collector did not gather
dust blower nozzle
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Delivery of innovation design improvement three
assistance in creating a level surface integrating a digital leveler and designing a handle with a ground level base plate would improve the use of the belt sander in two ways: the digital leveler would assist the user in knowing when the surface they are sanding is even so to prevent over sanding. the base plate of the handle would prevent the user from a common error by introducing the QD@Q QNKKDQR jQRS @MC SGTR HLOQNODQKX use the sander. digital leveler interface
uneven surface Brooklyn, NY, USA
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even surface
Delivery of innovation design improvement four increased and adjustable dust collection incorporating and additional fan and allowing the dust collection container to adjust would improve the performance of the belt sander in two ways:
adjustable dust container
an adjustable and easy to remove dust container would prevent interference of space or sight for the user.
removable dust container
increased in dust management by having dual ual ua fans; one that sucks up dust and one to blow w iitt away. dust collection
dual fans
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thank you
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