Student Industrial Design Portfolio, Dan Cornish

DAN CORNISH

INDUSTRIAL DESIGN PORTFOLIO 2011-2015

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

4 - 17 PRIME Asthma Inhaler 18 - 29 KONA Underwater Breathing Apparatus 30 - 53 TACTUS Alarm Clock 54 - 67 FAMOUS Guitar Trainer 68 - 81 MOJO Circular Saw 82 - 92 WAVE Wireless Speaker 94 - 113 OSPREY Stand Up Paddle Board

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PRIME ASTHMA INHALER Dan Cornish 4

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PROJECT STATEMENT The goal of this project was design an efficient and sleek inhaler that would give the user confidence when using it in public.

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INSPIRATION Inspiration was drawn from timeless products such as zippos and flasks.

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PERSONA George Costanza Age: 23 George has always dealt with allergy induced asthma and has to carry an inhaler on him at all times. He’s now reached an age where he cares about his appearance.

George is currently looking to buy a new inhaler that he would feel confident about using in public or with his friends.

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ICONIC “L” Inhalers have been around for decades and have changed little in this time period. They have traditionally been utilitarian devices that are awkward to use and transport due to their bulky “L” shape.

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Electric cigarette inspired

Wearable

Multiple form and basic function sketches

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MOCK UPS

Slide-out mouthpiece

Final direction

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Copper Inlay

Hard Plastic Mouthpiece

Replaceable Polished Aluminum Medication Cartridge

Soft Touch Plastic Cartridge Housing Soft Touch Plastic Button Rubber Gasket Copper Inlay

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Knowing that tastes vary, a lineup was created of different finishes using an assortment of bold colors and a selection of metal inlays including brushed aluminum and black chrome.

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FINAL SOLUTION Prime asthma inhaler is an ergonomically designed fusion of vintage and modern aesthetics which mesh to create a handsome and practical product. Prime was designed for all age groups that care about their appearance and want to appear hip when using their inhaler. My goal was to encompass the feeling, look and analog mechanics that Zippo lighters possess by transforming them into an inhaler.

Prime’s ergonomic shape and slide button make it effortless to use and easy to transport. Prime’s soft, round shape fits comfortably in most pockets, allowing the user accessibility to their medication at a moments notice.

Prime’s aesthetic goal was to create a masculine inhaler that would match the user’s clothing style and appearance.

The goal was to create an inhaler that is simply cool and fun to use.

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Prime uses a replaceable aluminum medication cartridge with a built in mouthpiece.

Cartridges are purchased pre-filled, and empty cartridges are returned for recycling. The cartridge/mouthpiece is waterproof which allows for easy cleaning using soap and water.

Medication is triggered by a slide down button resembling the action of using a lighter.

This acquired action gives Prime a classic analog quality. To increase its vintage appeal, copper inlays were incorporated to give Prime a masculine and timeless appearance. Sleek aesthetics along with high functionality make Prime a unique product solution.

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Simply put mouthpiece up to your lips, slide the button with your thumb, and inhale the medication.

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KONA UNDERWATER BREATHING APPARATUS Dan Cornish 18

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PROJECT STATEMENT Scuba diving has taken the idea of playing and exploration to an extreme level. For me, the most important aspect of this type of activity is that it serves as a gateway into experiences which push people into discovery and selfrealization. The goal for the this project was to design a tank-less breathing apparatus for scuba divers.

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“One spoonful of this stuff could turn you into Aquaman” - CNET

With the discovery of a new crystal, dubbed the “Aquaman Crystal”, the idea of humans breathing underwater is now a reality. Kona takes advantage of the crystals’ ability to capture oxygen from water and store it until needed.

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SKETCHES

Forms starting to mimic shapes found in nature.

Multiple forms were created and critiqued.

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During the design process multiple prototypes were created to gain insight into final product size and form factor.

MOCK UPS

General form factor

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Kona’s hydrodynamic shape, which was inspired by the Manta Ray, helps it cut through the water without creating too much drag. To increase diver comfort, exhale exhaust vents were placed on the sides to keep the diver’s view clear of bubbles.

Leash attachment Exhale exhaust vent

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Water intake/exhaust Purge button

Mouthpiece attachment

To recharge the device, water must be pumped into chambers that hold a synthesized crystalline material that absorbs oxygen from the water. The intake and water drainage ports for this system are placed on the front of the device, resembling the gills of a Manta Ray. Kona is sonic welded, giving it a nice, clean appearance with no external fasteners. To clear the device of any water in the breathing chamber, a purge button is used to clear the chamber and allow for breathable air to travel to the diver. By ergonomically placing the button underneath the device, it gives the diver the simplest way to reach and activate the button.

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Kona attaches to buoyancy compensator via a standard mouthpiece clip.

Purge button is manually depressed to force air through the device to clear water from breathing stage.

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Kona’s multi-chamber system provides the potential for unlimited dive time and the elimination of air tanks. Kona was designed as a back up air supply for scuba divers, but could be beneficial in multiple other aquatic applications.

DIVER BREATHS FROM CHAMBER ONE

CHAMBER TWO FILLS WITH WATER, TO ALLOW CRYSTALS TO ABSORB OXYGEN WHILE DIVER BREATHES FROM CHAMBER ONE

CHAMBER ONE FILLS WITH WATER

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TACTUS MODERN ALARM CLOCK Dan Cornish 30

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PROJECT STATEMENT With phones, tablets, watches, glasses and other products being redesigned for modern day needs and expectations, why has the alarm clock been overlooked?

Through my design I want to achieve compartmentalized information which is gained through the users phone and transforms the alarm clock into a central hub for user organization, entertainment, and assistance. The clock will have varied features to provide ease of use and provide a unique experience between user and product interaction. A stand out feature in the design will give the user a quick and simple method of taking notes, setting reminders, sending e-mail letters and text messages using a stylus.

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Product is designed to mesh with modern style interiors, and assist with user organization.

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INSPIRATION Form and function were inspired by modern technology and contemporary aesthetics. Details were inspired from tablets and laptops.

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I researched smart home technologies to help gain insight into how smart phones are being used to communicate and share data with between devices.

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SKETCHES

Stylus- By incorporating a stylus into the function of the product, it could provide the user with the ability to take notes or hand write messages, which may be desirable to someone who thinks a lot in bed.

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Basic form discovery

Initial design

Touch screen variations

Interface design for refined concept

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INITIAL CONCEPT After refining the initial concept, problems with the design were addressed and I decided to take what I had learned from the first concept and jump back into the early stages of the design process.

Screen should be shifted to supported side

Awkward form transition Emphasize circle

Speaker too big

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Corners too sharp

Final design inspired by aesthetics from Bang and Olufsen products

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FINAL EVOLUTION Interactive speaker was added to the design

After the final direction was chosen, inner components and product function became the main focus, which resulted in an evolution of the final product as it took its final shape.

Height of the screen was adjusted for ease of use and to prevent any chances of it tipping over.

Base shape was dictated by the inner components particularly the bezel shape for the display screen.

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DETAIL FOCUS Finally details were flushed out and a final mock up was completed.

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Back button

Home button Play/Pause

LCD TFT low reflection touch screen Vacuum florescent screen (displays volume level) Rotary dial (provides a simple way to interact with the device.

Speaker

Stylus

Tactus comes equipped with a stylus pen, which can be used to interact with the interface, but also gives the ability to handwrite notes or messages on the device.

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Along with aesthetics and function, another critical factor was sound quality.

With music being such a significant part of people’s lives, it was paramount that the sound quality be crisp and powerful.

Tactus comes equipped with two top of the line, one inch, mid-range speakers and a passive radiator, which provides the bass.

Stylus storage Bass port USB port, DC

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TODAY’S EVENTS 9:00 AM - Meeting with Mark 12:30 PM - Lunch with Donna at the Plaza Deli Cafe

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The interface of the product is designed to provide the crucial information people need when falling asleep or getting up in the morning. If the user has any dates marked on his phone calendar they will be viewed on the home screen.

Swipe screen to the right to wake up device.

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Swipe to the right to hide screen

Tap the screen once to view the time. When alarm is set a visual count down of time remaining is displayed.

59 MINUTES UNTIL ALARM

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Tap the screen once to view just the time. When alarm is set a visual count down of time remianing is displayed. Swipe the screen to reach other device features.

Screen only displays four apps at a time. Favorites can be configured and will be displayed when ever device is used.

Spin the dial to cycle through apps.

Viewable apps

Touch icon to open app

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TAP TO SNOOZE

SWIPE TO DISMISS

When alarm sounds the user can either tap the screen to snooze it or swipe the screen to dismiss it.

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Upload Trash Exit

Tap the notepad icon and select keyboard to type traditionally.

Tap on the notepad icon and open the stylus pad to hand write messages or sketch a picture. Messages or pictures can be sent using email or text. Tactus can be set to convert handwritten to text.

Exit Upload Step back Stroke weight Current color Color Palette

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STYLUS The position of the end of the spring is determined by the position of the ball in the cam. The motion of the ball is constrained by the shape of the cam. This dictates, which position the spring system will be. When the pen is pushed the cam moves downward. The ball follows the groove in the cam, while remaining inside the groove in the body. The ball must stay in the hart shaped cam, parallel to the axis of stylus storage. The cams offset shape makes the ball only rotate counterclockwise. The force of the spring holds it in place. This mechanism will allow the stylus to spring out of its storage when pressure is applied to the end of it.

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All bodies pieces are injection molded plastic. The foot is injection molded rubber. Screen cover and dial are stamped aluminum.

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FAMOUS GUITAR TRAINER Dan Cornish 54

SolidWorks Student Edition.

For Academic Use Only.

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PROJECT STATEMENT The goal of this product is to teach the user basic guitar skills. With the use of an iPhone, I will design an extension product that is only functional with the use of an iPhone. The phone’s touch screen capability will be used by the product , while the software of the smart phone will be used to control certain features of the product.

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Inspiration for this product was derived from real guitars.

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PERSONA Anthony Hernandez Anthony has been wanting to learn how to play the guitar. He works at a local pizza parlor and is saving up for a product that can help him learn basic guitar skills.

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MOCK UPS Mock ups played a big role in this project. Human factors were especially important, and a variety of full scale mock ups were made to test multiple factors. Through user testing, important design flaws were addressed and fixed. Lastly, a variety of guitar heads were considered, as the shape of the head played a big role in the products overall appearance.

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Notable shape

The final design has a retro theme. It has traits of real guitars, yet has its own style.

The final concept was based around aesthetics and ergonomics.

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The final concept is a retro style guitar trainer. Its primary purpose is to teach basic guitar chords. The guitar only works when an iPhone is plugged into it. The consumer uses an app to talk to the guitar. The user has the option to either utilize the guitar lesson option or play freestyle. Instead of real strings, the guitar trainer uses buttons to represent them. The buttons are shaped and placed to resemble the feel and action of real guitar. Buttons are back lit with LED’s to show the user proper chord shapes. The face of the phone displays a set of strings and the user can pluck or strum the strings like a normal guitar. Integrated into the head of the guitar is the speaker. Another main feature of the guitar trainer is its beat pad. The beat pad offers more depth to the music experience. The user can record a guitar rift and then loop it and use the beat pads to record a drum beat over it to create a song.

Speaker

Beat pads

Head phone jack

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String buttons - Each button contains a blue LED light. The button will light up to show correct finger placement when using the lesson option.

Charging port

The phone displays six strings. As a string is played it will flash orange.

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1. To place phone into guitar you slide it, connector end first, into the docking area.

2. When slid properly into place, the phone will connect into a 30 pin connector.

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3. The connector pin is attached to a spring loaded mechanism.

The user must apply enough pressure to compress the spring and allow the phone to slip into the docking area.

4. When the phone is released, the spring will return to its normal position and in doing so, it will lock the phone in place.

5. With the phone in place you are now ready to rock.

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MOJO CIRCULAR SAW Dan Cornish 68

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PROJECT STATEMENT Current circular saws on the market are bulky and obtrusive. They are hard to store and awkward to transport. These types of saws are used for commercial applications, but also used by many DIY homeowners. The objective for the redesign is to design a product that is compact, eye catching, while still providing the correct amount of power to spin a full sized blade.

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RESEARCH Traditional circular saws tend to have complex shapes that vary from product to product.

These odd shapes are dictated by the placement of the dominating components, in particular, the motor and blade. Today’s products arrange the motor on one side and the blade on the other. The weight of the motor is off center which can negatively affect handling. These problems present opportunities for design improvements.

BIG

BULKY

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SKETCHES

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MOCK UPS

The final direction uses a pancake motor that provides the opportunity to produce a slimmer and more compact saw.

Volume studies gave insight into the actual size of concepts, which dictated by inner components

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2.8 in 1.8 in

1.5 in

3 in

7.7 in

4.6 in 1 in

2 in 2 in 1.9 in .8 in

1.3 in

PANCAKE MOTOR

3.3 in

4.3 in

The key to the saw’s sleek design comes from the Launchpoint pancake motor which is used to power the saw blade. It is 6 inches in circumference and has a depth of 0.5 inches.

1.5 in

6 in

6.8 in 9.8 in 7 in

4.5 in .5 in .4 in 2 in

3 in

2 in 6.2 in

11 in

1.4 in .2 in

3 in

4.5 in

3.9 in

1.8 in .8 in

3 in

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1.3 in

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INITIAL DESIGN Hand pommel is unnecessary. The saws flat top is adequate for providing control during cutting.

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Multi-finger trigger is too big and could inhibit use with a gloved hand

Blade guard should be recessed into the body to make the saw more compact

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FINAL DESIGN

Safety Trigger

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Exhaust vents

Blade brake

Upper blade guard Saw dust chute

Blade stud

Lower blade guard

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WAVE WIRELESS SPEAKER Dan Cornish 82

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PROJECT STATEMENT Design a unique and eye catching floor speaker with the use of a complex design while leveraging the manufacturing processes and materials to create a one of a kind product. The speaker will be using the latest technology to power and transmit wireless music. The full process from ideation, low volume and high volume manufacturibility, cost analysis, to material exploration will be addressed.

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INSPIRATION With a wide range of different types of speakers specialized for all sorts of various environments, I decided to pick two sources of inspiration to drive my speaker design. The first was a modern decor, the second was water movement. I want to combine the idea of constant motion and modern aesthetics to produce a one of kind floor speaker.

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SKETCHES

Design inspired the slanted face

Modern aesthetics

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Final direction was a cross between the last initial directions. Simple in the front and organic in the back.

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LOW VOLUME DESIGN Each speaker is held into place by molded in cavities and four stainless steel screws.

Grooves are also molded into the base to provide structure for the side inserts.

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SPEAKERS Wave is made up of three JBL

speakers, a 5 inch tweeter, 6 inch mid-level, and a 8 inch sub woofer

BASE The base is made of aluminum and has a black chrome finish.

FACE The face is black walnut and has

three slots. Rubber inserts fit into holes that fasten the face to the base. With this type of attachment the face can be easily removed for maintenance or cleaning.

SCREWS Stainless steel, used to hold speakers in place

RUBBER INSERTS Fasten face to the base LOGO The logo is machined aluminum with a black chrome finish and fixed to the face

SIDE PANELS Two inch frosted glass, built in lip that slips into groove in base which provide structure. It is then permanently attached with adhesive.

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HIGH VOLUME DESIGN SPEAKERS Wave is made up of three JBL speakers, a 5 inch tweeter, 6 inch mid-level, and a 8 inch sub woofer

BASE Base is made of plastic. Molded

into the base are insert holes for the speakers, also molded grooves for side panels and holes for the rubber inserts that hold the face in place. Plus it has molded in ribs for structure.

FACE The aluminum face is die cast

with the three extrudes molded in. It has holes to hold rubber inserts that fit into fastening holes on the base. With this type of attachment the face can be easily removed for maintenance or cleaning.

SCREWS Stainless steel, used to hold speakers in place

RUBBER INSERTS Fasten face to the base

SIDE PANELS Two inch acrylic with

molded in lip that slips into groove in base which provide structure. It is then permanently attached with adhesive.

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OSPREY STAND UP PADDLE BOARD Dan Cornish 94

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PROJECT STATEMENT With the increased popularity of SUP boarding with fisherman, there is an opportunity to design a paddle board that meets the new regulation requirements while also allowing the user the ability to store gear and other desirable items.

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REGULATIONS PROVIDE DESIGN OPPORTUNITIES New regulations in Florida require stand up paddle boarders to be in possession of a life jacket and noise producing device at all times. If operating in limited visibility, lights must be displayed.

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PERSONA Frank Reynolds is an avid outdoors men.

He lives in Winter Park, Florida and loves to spend time exploring and fishing his favorite rivers and beaches on his SUP paddle board. Frank spends every Sunday out on the water, and most of the time he goes out with a few friends. They like to fish, explore, and enjoy their time outdoors. Frank attaches a cooler with bungee cords to his board and brings a backpack to keep certain items dry. He wants to find a product that will help him spend all day on the water, while assisting him with storing food, water, emergency equipment, fishing supplies, and keeping valuable items dry.

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Some current gear storage solutions

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PADDLE BOARD TYPES

- Surf, cruise, fitness/race, yoga.

- Main differences in boards are shape, stability, width, size and material.

PADDLE BOARD MATERIALS

- EPS foam, hollow core, polyurethane foam, inflatables, and epoxy

OSPREY’S DESIGN

- Rotational molded polyethylene - Hybrid surf and cruise.

- Length 11 feet - Width 32 inches - Weight 80 lbs - Displacement bow.

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SKETCHES The idea of Osprey all started with the idea of creating a cooler designed to attach to SUP boards.

Low profile/compact.

Designed to allow for seating.

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Final board design

Through research of SUP’s and kayaks, multiple board configurations were created.

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FINAL DESIGN Traction Pad - Pad gives grip and feel to board. Made from EVA foam.

Tie down plug - Twenty-four leash

Rod holders - Rod holders

plug inserts litter the rails allowing for downstrap customization. Downstraps are best used for attaching fishing nets, life jackets, and other gear.

located on either side of the board keeps a bail caster or spinning reel in a cushioned cradle, granting the user the ability to troll fish.

Fishing Rod Storage - Plastic

Cooler - An insulated

inserts store fishing rods while paddling.

compartment keeps drinks and food cold. Accessed through a plastic twist off hatch.

Light Fish Storage - 8.5”x 11.5” hatch

opens providing access to fish storage, solving the challenging fisherman’s problem of where to keep their fish during a long day of fishing.

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Handle

Paddle clip - Plastic clip secures paddle when not needed.

Dry Gear Storage -

additions space to store gear.

Light - Waterproof LED lights

placed on the nose and tail of the board are powered by an on-board battery that is accessed through the gear storage hatch. Lights are intended to be used in low light conditions, providing safety from other boaters.

Osprey was designed to be the ultimate fishing SUP board. Its many features make it simple to store and organize plenty of fishing gear as well as other desired items. Osprey’s main goal is to be the leader in SUP board gear security, protection, and convenience. Drawing inspiration from kayaks, the board is rotational molded to give it a hollow hull. This type of hull gives the board the ability to displace passing water and keep most of the board above the waterline, while also allowing for storage space. Designed with quad fins, Osprey gives the user a stable ride that has superior tracking.

Material: Polyethylene Length: 11 feet Width: 32 inches Thickness: 8 inches in the nose, 4 inches in the tail Weight: 80 lbs

Quad fins

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Displacement Bow - Osprey’s deep hull

makes it suitable for carrying substantial weight without sacrificing buoyancy. With help from its displacement bow, Osprey is an efficient water craft that slices smoothly though the water.

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