tfolio JESSICA CASTOR
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ABOUT
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CIRCULARIS
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RUSH
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TARA
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BESIDES DESIGN
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Hey, I’m Jessica, an ambitious young designer who is currently looking for an internship starting in august/ september.
education 2017 - 2019
FH Joanneum - University of Applied Science
international experience
experiences
projects/competitions
2018 - 2019
2019
looking for a six months internship
industrial design M.A.- major eco-innovative Design
2018
2017 - 2018
Siemens Home Appliances Design Award 2018
made it to the top 12 of participating teams with the project “Circularis”
2017
2016 - 2017
TRACE Transforming academic into entrepreneurial minds
2012 - 2017
FH Aachen - University of Applied Science product design B.A.
2016 2015 - 2016
Deck 5 industrial design and communication
2015
6 months internship in Essen 2014 - 2015
2016
4. Europäische Jugendkunst Ausstellung
(eng.: 4. European youth art exhibition) as a winner I could present my illustration of a peacock on the exhibition
Linnaeus University, Växjö, Sweden
2014
start-up project initiated by university of Applied Science Aachen and RWTH Aachen
1 semester study abroad study program “Design & Sustainability” + “Swedish for Beginners”
2013 - 2014
Subart
2013 2012
Schreinerei Laudert
carpenters shop 3 months internship in Oberdiebach
2012 2002 - 2012
Wilhelm Hoffman Gymnasium, St. Goarshausen
graduation in April 2012 (Allgemeine Hochschulreife)
Jessica Castor 20.10.1992 Bad Reichenhall, GERMANY
2009 - 2010
Konawa high school, Oklahoma, USA
1 year Student Exchange Program visiting high school and living in a host family
2008
Hemmerle and friends grafic design studio 2 weeks internship in Bingen
Workshop in Croatia, product design inspired by Croatian workshop, exhibited on the fair “die boot” in Düsseldorf, Germany, initiated by FH Aachen
My key strategies are LEARNING BY DOING and SOLVING PROBLEMS IN INTERDISCIPLINARY EXCHANGE advanced skills Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Adobe Indesign Rhinoceros
basic skills Blender Cinema 4D Solidworks Keyshot
My design code is..
Sketchbook Grasshopper
language skills German - mother tongue English - professional
soft skills reflective cooperative goal-oriented curious engaged thorough independent empathetic
CIRCULARIS is a holistic product-service-system that makes recycling of kitchen waste most comfortable for the user, most economic for the waste management company and most sustainable for the environment.
Why did I choose this topic. I am conscious of the impact anything I design has on people’s behavior. I want to use my influence to create products, that make sustainable living flawless, intuitive and easy for the users.
CIRCULARIS product design product-service system
FH Joanneum WS 2017/2018 1. semester master teamwork with Beatrice Bunjaku and Florian JanĂ&#x;en, interaction designer SIEMENS Home Appliances Design Award 2018 - using smart technology and connectivity to bring value to future households
target group The brand SIEMENS focuses on the Leading Edge User. To get more knowledge about these users, I held interviews, made a surveys and did observations of their household and waste management.
thrive for success and self-improvement
seamless life expect high grade satisfaction of their needs
Leading Edge User
kitchenwastemanagement system
technologically affine
78,6% of the participants estimate their technologically affinity higher than average trend conscious, brand/high quality oriented
situation analysis problem analysis
key needs
unclear which material a packaging is made of
assistance / intelligence
many containers spread out - walking around is time consuming
integration into existing kitchen - central place for recycling many different materials
filled up quickly
waste compression - erase the way of taking out trash
smelly containers, unpleasant appearance
clean + odorless, exciting + innovative product
concept CIRCULARIS - reduce. reuse. recycle. rethink.
LARIS artificial intelligence
The system of recycler, app and service (through the recycling company)make efficient material sorting and waste reduction most comfortable to the user. Due to color coded bags, further processing of the waste-materials is very resource-friendly. CIRCULARIS raises awareness for sustainable behavior and leaves the user with a good feeling, knowing that his materials will be recycled.
Think global. The system can
easily applied to many countries and revolutionize the way the resources of our world are treated.
brain of the system
recycler
app
recycling company
smart recognition and automated separation of packaging materials
assistant for shopping and waste reduction, motivates and raises awareness
specialized in color coded recycling - highly efficient system, gives user discounts for well recycled materials
Think public.
Great value can be achieved in public spaces - indoors and outdoors - where people are rushing by, dropping off their to-go packaging.
User
ideation Automated
recycling.
The goal was to create a smart recycling device, that recognizes, separates and compresses the most common packaging material. A technical solution for such a product was developed by elaborating a low fidelity prototype. This prototype also helped to determine possible features and dimensions of the product. Under discussion with an engineering expert our ideas were approved to be feasible.
user takes the full bag to recycling bin
compression by hydraulic-telescopecylinder, point-load lets glass break
recycling compartments rotate, materials are transported to the camber
material recognition via IR-sensors
lid opens via distance sensor
insert packaging
lid closes
each compartment collects material in a color coded bag
display shows, when a compartment is full
all bags are collected in one recycling bin
7 materials: plastic, paper, metal, white glass, colored glass, biological waste, residual waste the bag is automatically transported through a build in duct possible option is for new buildings, that integrate the system immediately
exploration As the only product designer in the team my focus was the design of the recycler - the physical product of the CIRCULARIS system.
recycler The recycler is a build-in household appliance with standardized measurements. The simple design as well as the possibility to customize the three drawer fronts, make the device aesthetically fit into any kitchen.
click to watch our promotion video
product application integrated food recycler quickly turns biological waste into hummus build-in product
customizable panels
without biological waste chamber for users with waste grinder
COMBI
STANDARD
COMPACT
100 cm
80 cm
60 cm
build in vacuum cleaner an optional add-on
telescope trashbag protection
hydraulic-cylinder + plate with studs
IR-sensor cameras
rotation plate
completely surrounded with sound insulation
stable frame to withstand forces during compression
counter top interface Work flow.
Due to the integration of the slot into the work top, recyclables can be thrown away immediately, where they occur - while unwrapping the shopped groceries or preparing a meal.
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simply wipe in dirt after preparing a meal
a carbon filter embeds bad odors and can be replaced easily
• no need to open many containers • no walking between container • reduction of stress level due to intelligence of the system
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biological waste slot
slot and identification chamber before automatically sorting in, the material is recognized by IR-Sensors and camera recognition
touch bar view current fill levels, complete operation of recycler feedback, help system learning by manually hitting the material button
product features
trash-bag securement
storage space, e.g. for deposit bottles
material compartments made from durable stainless steel
because of its special characteristics, biological waste is collected separately
detachable for easy cleaning
communication onboarding
front display visual Feedback through AI Laris for • voice control • time and temperature • fill levels • current working process (scanning/compressing)
helps the user to get started
Sustainable behavior becomes easy as pie with this friendly assistant.
shopping list
fill level
tips
statistics
rewards
based on recycled items and groceries added via voice control
with reminder and details to materials
building up Know-How that can be applied easily
follow self-development of ecological footprint and strengthen “Better Me“- feeling
coupons for products made from recycling materials or additional discounts from waste management company
Why did I choose this topic. During my daily observations I noticed, there is still a great necessity of products to address the needs of our aging society.
RUSH offers two ways to move around and thereby brings pleasure to the user without sacrificing his safety. The athletic design lets the him practice with confidence and thereby keeps him fit and healthy.
RUSH product design
FH Aachen WS 2016/2017 9. semester bachelor thesis individual work mobility for elderly
target group Why walking.
During my research in interviewed many elderly. I could identify, they all share the same values which are directly connect to the mobility of a person. Mobility creates and sustains life quality and walking is the inherent ability for people in all ages to stay independent and meet their needs and wishes.
restricted in their mobility due to dizziness, sensory or cognitive impairment
health
ca. 50%
social exchange
survey participants claim, they stay fit and healthy by walking
ca. 40%
complain about their decreasing condition when walking
mobility of aging users
elderly and others
What about your age do you appreciate most? • having finally learned the ability to say “no” • no job, no responsibilities • time to do whatever I want to
???
independence
pleasure and experience
situation analysis Interview partners.
• M. Holtstädter (medical technician) • A. Schremmer (creative gerontological therapist and mobility trainer) • nurses of the retirement home “carpe diem”, Aachen • A. Hagemann (owner of a health care supply store) • F. Zakershahrak (physiopherapist) • D.Ommert (physiopherapist)
problem analysis
key needs
bad breaking system, bad grip, lack in stability
safety during various use cases
current solutions are expensive and do not motivate
exercising possibilities, that fit their needs
heavy + bad posture
fit the users ergonomics
current design makes user look disabled
young and dynamic aesthetic
survey participants.
members of “Café Jungbrunnen” (church comunity meeting for seniors)
ideation
speedy walking
Perfect ergonomic posture.
Due to research, testing and talking to experts, I figured out the perfect angles and measurements for the walking aid to be ergonomic and stable.
standing up
speedy walking
20˚
54˚
70˚
sitting down forward
walking
sitting down backward
perfect position
concept a walking aid for exercising one product, two ways of using it The walking aid is equipped by a saddle, that supports the user and re-leaves weight of the legs and feet. By pushing himself forward, the user reaches a good pace. The movement can be compared to the one by using a draisine or a balance bike. If the user wants to walk normally, he can simply put away the saddle and the device functions as rollator. The variation of movements between the two ways of locomotion, promote physical flexibility in the user.
option1
option 2
with saddle
without saddle
“speedy walking�
general walking
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The greatest challenge in designing the walking aid was to find the right balance between aesthetics, ergonomics and usability.
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product features Rush is available in two sizes to cover up different body measurements. On the recommendation of an expert at the Institute of plastic processing (IKV - RWTH Aachen), the frame of Rush would be produced with glass-fibre reinforced plastic as an injection molding.
turn saddle release underneath the saddle, turn until it locks handle ergonomic angle of 20°, adjustable in height
reflectors + front light create road safety
Size difference between front and back tires creates ankle to easily overcome small barriers
hydraulic seat post, liftable for easy climbing on/off saddle
disk break reliable independent from weather conditions
result Physical exercise and social exchange are the key elements for a happy and healthy aging. The walking aid Rush promotes these factors, by enabling mobility in impaired elderly as well as younger users. The result is a fusion of a medical device and a sporty vehicle.
Distribution.
Rush can be rented from a medical supply or a bike store, where the vehicle is adjusted to the users body.
Tara offers an integrated solution to let the user sit ergonomically and comfortable. Additionally Tara makes its use more sustainable and hygienic due to its bidet function, seamless toilet rand and lotus effect glaze.
Why did I choose this topic. I was very curious, what my happen if I redesigned an object, that had been out there for thousands of years.
TARA product design
FH Aachen SS 2014 6. semester bachelor individual work bathroom experience
target group During my research I did personal interviews and an anonymous survey that helped to understand behaviours in the bathroom.
health conscious
used to the sitting posture
European household
ergonomic toilet
100 %
With how many people do you share your bathroom?
what is your relationship to these users?
mostly owner of a own home - house or flat
What do you use, to clean yourself after using the toilet.
50 %
toilet paper
soap/ lotion
water
wet wipes
others
flat mates
friends
family
>=7
3-6
1-2
none
0%
can be within all ages
situation analysis problem
key needs
common body posture while sitting on toilet leads to diseases
ergonomic - squatting posture
squatting is not possible due to lack of flexibility/strength and common clothing
universal design
poor hygiene for body and toilet
easy and sustainable hygiene
existing solutions reveal health issues of users immediately
discreet appearance
concept improved ergonomics and usability
ergonomic sit
integrated stool
hygienic solutions
bidet function
toilet seat supports squatting legs for more comfort
easily operated by feet, no bending, no pulling with hand, no falling/ stepping over it
rimless lotus glaze UV light
less waste - improved sustainability kind to skin better hygiene
ideation To find out any ergonomic requirement, I tested several heights for seating, their accessibility, siting comfort as well as the effort to sit down and get back up.
exploration The goal was to find a mechanic solution that moves the stool to where it is needed. The stool is built separately, since ceramic shrinks during the firing process and therefore does not allow the application of mechanics.
result
product features and utilization In order to archive universal usability, the product is kept simple and only offers necessary functions. A familiar, modern aesthetic appeals to many users and fits the bathroom for a long time. Both, the toilet and the stool are made from ceramics, the footrest is available in different materials.
two pneumatic cylinders raise/ lower the footrest slowly one kick raises the footrest..
..another kick lets it down
UV-light cleaning after each use a weight in the back of the stool stabilizes it during use
bidet fountain
BESIDES DESIGN
mobility for elderly
My favorite activities are outdoors. I do sports such as running, snowboarding, circle training and horseback riding but I also love to visit music festivals.
I am a passionate illustrator with the very love for details. I use ball pen, fine liners and water color to capture motives of animals and nature.
outdoor activities
illustrating
besides design.. role model
I am curious and love to discover the world, getting to know new environments and making friends with people from different cultural backgrounds.
discovery
My grandma is the most inspiring person in my life. She is full of optimism, love and good stories.
Thank you for your interest! Now I would like to get to know YOU better..
jazzi.c.jc@gmail.com