bringing nature to you
PD 2 Vacuum Cleaner Assignment 1
Elicia Chong
Integration of nature into lifestyle and products.
Key Styles Nature derived forms - Organic Shapes Clean and uncluttered Natural textures
Introducing
DROP 01 Hand Vac
DROP 01 is a rechargable handheld vacuum cleaner with shape derived from fluidity of raindroplets. This product aims for simplification, nothing too complex and coplicated.
Powerful functions in 1 Low Noise 120Aw suction power
75dB(A)
Instant max suction power 40 min long lasting battery
Purify emissions
Washable Sponge & HEPA Filter
Wireless charging system
Refined Details
Made from silicone, selected for better tactile feedback. To power on, press once.
Power LED. LED will start blinking when DROP 01 is low on power.
Reusable foam and HEPA filters can be hand washed under cold water.
Perforated mesh air vents are located on the underside of DROP 01 so you won’t experience the hot exhaust.
Frosted gradation allows you to see where you are vacumming while preventing you from seeing the dirt.
Power
DROP 01
Clean any dirt size comfortably DROP 01’s powerful suction helps to capture all large debris as well as fine dust on any surfaces. With its organic curved handle, you will be able to hold DROP 01 at any angle without difficulty.
Focused bin, better aim With the elongated curve shape of the bin, there will be less mess with inaccurate aiming. Dirt will be guided directly into chute. No more having dirty hands from picking up fallen dust on the floor.
Wireless charging & storage 2-in-1 Just put DROP 01 into the charging dock and press the dock’s button once. Its magnetic wireless charging strip will click your vacuum in place and start charging. DROP 01’s LED will light up after it is fully charged.
Wireless charging strip
Ideation
Ideation
Final model’s development 1
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I did multiple changes on Rhino regarding the final form and the handle. Since I did a study model to see the proportions which followed my original sketches, I realised they were huge and looked unstable. After the consultation, Ka Wai said that the form of having the handle flipped in looks quite interesting so I tried to develop further from there.
I showed Ka Wai the developed model in which he told me to make the body “flows” with the handle and make it look more symmetrical in terms of the droplet shape.
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I still wanted to keep my handle as a “focus” point of my design but not overpowering the whole form like my study model. I went into dropleys looking shape as I realised I kept gravitating towards very organic forms. However, I kept my handle’s edges sharp which I thought looks quite cool given the constrasting form of it. (Perhaps I was looking at it for too long and was not considering about the ergonomics as well.)
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< A quick Rhino model to see how it will look like.
< After refining, adjusting and adding the details.
Development
Process
Process
Final Model
Reflection Project 1 has been quite a fruitful journey for me. I learnt so much more things like manufacturing process, colors (which will affect how it feels / looks at first glance). It is not just about creating forms but also takeing the users and manufacturersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; processes into considerations. The structure will affect the design, materiality and cost. I struggled with the modelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proportions a bit as what we see on the screen is so much smaller than in real life. When I made my first mock-up model, it was too big and awkward for a handheld vacuum cleaner. I had to replan and reorganize my components to downscale my model which is suitable for someone living in a small apartment. I feel that time management is also something I should really reflect on, I started before recess week which was early considering the deadline got extended. However, somehow, I still had to rush even on the week of the deadline itself. I have to properly plan my days for the next assignment. (Q_Q)