JAM D E S I G N
ABOUT
Su m mary
Name: Jason A. Macdonald Age: 22 Education: Humber College Industrial Design Degree
HELLO
, my name is Jason. I strive to infuse my design work with user’s wants and needs, and have a passion for satisfying problems. To design is always a challenge and a privilege, and being able to research, analyze and create is a dream come true for a curious and critical person such as myself. When I look at the world of product design, I see a sea of potential and creativity and can’t help but be excited about it. Aside from my industrial design, I enjoy skiing, hiking and flipping through entertainment design books from my favorite video games.
SKILL 1. Sketching 2. Digital Rendering 3. Model Making 4. 3D Modelling 5. Graphic Design
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U pdate th e Sk y j a c k SJ46A J Arti c ul ati ng Boom Lift w it h a modern aest het ic and n ew te ch no lo gy-bas e d fe atu re s to br ing S ky j a c k ’s b ra nd i nto the c urrent e ra . The form language and feat ures should be inco r po rate d into e ach o t h e r, an d ref le ct B full assembly S ky j a c k ’s va l u e s whi l e bei ng i m m e di ately recognizable as a S k y jack product . INTERPRET GEOMETRIC TOLERANCING PER:
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SKYJACK SJ46AJ
ARTICULATING BOOM LIFT OVERHAUL
Description The SJ46AJ Overhaul is a 2020 redesign of the existing Skyjack 46-foot articulating boom lift. The redesign uses an updated aesthetic to bring the Skyjack brand into the modern era, with a suite of features that make using the lift a less strenuous experience. With the added utility of an optional built-in forklift unit and the Nimbus platform system, delivering materials and on-site multi-tasking have never been easier. Remote operation and the Skyview camera package round out the SJ46AJâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mobility and utility while focusing on lowering user safety hazards.
Product Analysis
Cu rrent M o de l
T h e S k y j a c k Br and
The current SJ46AJ uses a straightforward aesthetic without an abundance of detail, with base cowling serving a protective purpose more than anything and the rest of the machine expressing the machine’s functionality through mechanisms and controls. It is frequently powered with propane, and has diesel options for outdoor uses with additional optional packages for outdoor and winter use. It features a rotatable platform, 46’ reach, a large cast iron counter-weight and a body that doesn’t exceed the size of the base’s footprint for fitting in tight spaces.
Skyjack is known for their easily maintained equipment and positive relationship with renting establishments and customers. They define themselves as dependable, reliable, and focused on an accessible experience.
A reas for Impr ove me nt The user experience for an articulating boom lift is currently burdened by the complexity of the machine. With a wide variety of precise controls, the job of operating the lift can be daunting as each control has a related control switch (on both the platform and the base). The user also faces away from the surface they are trying to line up with, all while being aerial and driving. This visual disconnect between the user and the area they drive over can occasionally be the entire height of the machine, meaning losing detail and vital information about what they are driving over, risking their safety.
Solution Development
Id eation & F o c us Problem areas focused on included platform safety, harness variations for suspension trauma hazards, extendable counterweights and fully rotational platforms. As more realistic ideas were focused on, the accessibility aspects started to become the most important. Control schemes, accessible and easily repaired new technologies as well as additional functionality in the form of a forklift were explored.
O m n i -Wh e e l s and C ont r ol s
F i n a l D es i g n D i r ect i on
Final Design
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SJ 46 AJ OVERHAUL
C a m er a S ys t e m Closed Unit Cameras Cameras are modular, so replacements are simple and different packages can be offered.
The Skyview cameras act as a safety precaution for the user, providing a direct combined video feed to their controls so they can see any obstacles in front of their tires. This, combined with a small depth sensor, gives information for those driving the vehicle from the platform.
Combined Line of Sight The two cameras combine their views in the video feed.
Features
Features II
E xten s ion
R a il Lowering S t o w a b l e fo r kl i f t
Use
The base of the SJ46AJ has the capacity to hold a basic forklift unit. The forks incorporate handles for manual extension and storage, with a driven lowering and raising mechanism to pick up and carry pallets and materials around the work site.
W i r el es s C o n t r o l U n i t Dual Axis Control Pad
A ir Use Ground U s e
Engine On/Off
Emergency Stop
Horn
Turret Rotation
Main Boom
Platform Control
Extender
Speed/ Torque
Jib
Forklift (decal change)
Drive Mode Video Feed
RFID Tap-lock
C har gi ng P or t
Weather-Resistant A spring-loaded panel covers the port when not in use.
Features III F oo t Ped a l Ac t i v a t i o n
NIMBUS SYSTEM
U l tr a- s o n i c S e n s o r s
T ri gge r S p o t Ma r k i n g
H a n d s - Fr e e M ove me nt The Nimbus system uses the controller to let the user mark two locations and gradually move from one to the next, all while staying parallel to the wall and having their hands available to work. Ultrasonic sensors keep track of the distance to the wall and control the platformâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s orientation, allowing for tangent traversal around round objects.
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L at e r al Fr e e dom The omni-directional wheel package offers a more versatile indoor experience, allowing the SJ46AJ to move parallel to a wall without reorienting the boom arm.
Plan ar M ove me nt
P a c kage Op t i ons
SKYJACK
SJ46 AJ
HUMBER COLLEGE JACOB TOMLINSON JASON MACDONALD SCOTT TAYLOR
PROJECT // 002 L INC OLN M K- X LO A D F LO O R
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I mple me nt P C B ( Pol yuretha ne C om pos ite Board) in a light weight product package fo r t h e ve hicle m ar ket . The p ro du ct mSIZE ustDWG. NO. Assembled-whole B make u se o f the m ate r i a l a nd se r ve a n addit ional funct ional purpose. SCALE: 1:16 WEIGHT: THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF <INSERT COMPANY NAME HERE>. ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF <INSERT COMPANY NAME HERE> IS PROHIBITED.
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MK-X OUTREACH REAR STORAGE AND LOAD FLOOR UNIT
Description Outreach provides the Lincoln MK-X with the storage and accessibility it requires to meet the needs of its target market. With an extending load floor, redistributed storage, light-weight materials and a built-in divider system, Outreach aims to let the user store their items their way with the least amount of stress and hassle possible.
Target Demographic
Th e Lux ury Conno i s s e ur
T h e Ac t i v e P ar e nt
Lincoln makes a point to emphasize the quality of their product, and the MK-X is no exception. A key demographic to maintain the interest of is the highend lifestyle individual who enjoys creature comforts and the experience of driving a high-quality vehicle.
The MK-X has a huge amount of utility as a multi-person transport vehicle, and has taken the interest of busy women and mothers who need the additional storage and seating to operate in their busy lives. Making sure the unit accommodates this group is necessary to keep up with their demanding days.
M aterial Imp l e me ntati o n
C u r r en t Us e
PCB is an extremely lightweight and vertically durable material, with a corrugate core sealed with polyurethane foam and coated in fiberglass and resin. This has endless utility as a construction material in body panels, load floors and wherever planar sections occur in large sections.
PCB is commonly used in the aeronautics and aerospace industries for its strength and weight properties, most frequently used in airplane body panels and storage units that are naturally planar or gently curved on only one axis.
Solution
O ut re a c h The Outreach system is a collection of storage and accessibility features that makes accessing the back of the Lincoln MK-X easier while maintaining the high-end aesthetic that Lincoln is known for.
D i v i d er s Dividing barriers can be manually lifted if sensitive or round objects are placed on the panel.
Ra il System The load floor’s rails allow it to come out a full 14”, and the dual symmetrical L-shaped rail guides prevent it from tilting when activated. The load floor can be either extended manually or automatically activated through the tail bumper’s sensor.
Load Floor
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L ED Acce nt L i gh t
Storage
LED-Lit Fl o or S to rage
D i v i d e d S t o w Ar eas
A Place For E v e r yt hi ng By removing the spare tire in place of a sealing foam spare tire alternative, weight and space are saved. This means more storage for long trips and a cleaner back since more covered sections are available. A fold out shelf in the back allows for round objects to be stored in place on a nylon-coated Lycra fabric, with easy overreach access.
Flip-Out Shelf
Quarter Panel Storage
Divider System
Two insulated spring-action compartments built into the side of the quarter panel allow you to store any goods you want to keep cool or warm for your travels. a foam bottle insert is also vailable, to keep your beverages safe on the road.
A retractable fabric divider system allows you to split the trunk space of your MK-X into two major sections, allowing you to store sensitive or rolling objects away from bulkier items.
Load Floor
Shelf Storage
The automatically deploying load floor assists you in getting heavier items to the back of your trunk, making storage less stressful. Manually opened dividers let you divde your trunk space further, and prevent items from rolling off.
Deployable shelves built into the back seat allow you to more easily access items behind you, such as backpacks or snacks. The shelf has multiple settings to fit your needs, and also acts as a barrier when the seats are folded down.
Under Storage
Under Storage Lighting
With the spare tire being replaced by the Smart Spare tire kit, you now have a large amount of space to store your vehicle necessities you might not want exposed such as cleaning and emergency supplies. The load floor is split in multiple sections so that you can access what you want, when you want it.
Lighting tubes allow you to see the contents of your under storage compartments as you access them. Each light is triggered as you lift the corressponding section, saving power and letting you see as you need it.
OUTREACH Storage
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L oad Floor The load floor is split into sections that match the layout of the rear seats, so that access is not limited to the under storage. The load floor is also approachable from the side, protecting the user if they are parallel parked and allowing them to access the back of their vehicle even when the load floor is extended.
B r och ur e
Storag e A cce ss Han d le s
We l co m e to O U T R E A C H Outreach is a system of products designed to help you easily access and store items in the trunk space of your MK-X. With a focus on being able to store things the way you want to and accessing them in the least stressful way possible, Outreach is a perfect solution for families and outgoing adventurers with a large number of things to carry.
Hands-Free Acce ss Hatch Activation
The left-hand side opens the hatch alone.
Load Floor Activation
The right-hand side opens the hatch and extends the load floor.
Di v i d e r
Each part of the Outreach system works to make your experience easier, and compilments the other aspects of the system simultaneously. Whether you need a larger space for bulkier items or a more divided area to store sensitive goods, Outreach is there to lend a helping hand.
Load Floor
U n d er S tora g e Each unit of the under storage is individually accessible, allowing you to customize your storage experience. A fabric divider is also available if you require even futher degrees of seperation.
The OUTREACH S y s te m
Q u a r te r Pa n e l S to ra g e
Seat Shelf
A small pamphlet was put together to explain the various features of the Outreach System. To best display these features, the brochure was modeled after the car rear itself, with each page showing a different layer and folding side panel laps to express the width of the vehicle properly (as well as side storage and fabric divider locations).
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LOTUS SOLARIS IPOD SOUND DOCK
Description Solaris is a sound dock designed to fit into the modern living space as both a high-fidelity audio system and a sculptural representation of sound. With its reoccurring layered wave elements and device-oriented focal point, Solaris presents itself as a visual auditory experience to accent its function.
RESEARCH
In je ction M o l di ng The sound dock is to use the injection molding process with at least two parts. This means that draft, overlapping parting lines and joinery must be properly considered, as well as molding pin points and space for the internal drivers and electronics.
De sign Env i r onme nt The design is to fit into the casual living area of the home, fitting in to the clean surfaces and crisp edges of the modern living space.
IDEATION
CONCEPT REFINEMENT
Form and Fu nc t i o n Explored concepts were developed depending on the appeal of their form factor and the feasibility of their design.
F i n a l D e s i g n Di r e ct i on
DETAIL DEVELOPMENT
CA D Mod e l The Solidworks model incorporates correct draft, overlapping tongue and groove joinery, accurate screw bosses and mounting holes for the auxiliary cord, power cord, dock unit and speaker mounts.
LOTUS SOLARIS I n spiration Solaris is a sound dock designed to fit into the modern living space as both a high-fidelity audio system and a sculptural representation of sound. With its reoccurring layered wave elements and device-oriented focal point, Solaris presents itself as a visual auditory experience to accent its function.
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VAANTO CHAIR SCANDINAVIAN BAR STOOL
Description Vaanto uses Scandinavian design principles to create a barstool experience for modern Toronto living. The chair uses bent plywood and steel rod to deliver a minimal footprint and a sturdy construction while using negative space to lighten the chairâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s appearance and deliver the playful light-based silhouettes that Scandinavian design makes use of. With Torontoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s booming condo market, Vaanto will fit into the emerging culture of small living areas through its small footprint and its utility as a social element at the counter space and dining area.
INSPIRATION
T oronto Atmo s p he re
Scandi navi an De s i gn
C i t y L i vi ng Sm all Livin g A re as
Smal l L i vi ng Ar e as
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Prototype Model
Metal Rod F rame
In i tial Cons tr uc t i o n Vaantoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s frame is made of 3/8â&#x20AC;? steel rod. The bent plywood sections were constructed from baltic birch, and the molds to bend them were constructed of plywood and wiggle board. Two separate molds were made, one for the bodies and one for the panels of each chair.
V a c u u m M ol de d P ane l s
3 F r a me s P ai nt e d
Lami nat i o n
Ch air Pan e l s The 3 chairs had symmetrical panels, calling for different cuts to be made from the molds for each panel as they are all unique. The 3 chairs act as complimentary pieces for the living space, each facing each other to promote social interaction.
Final
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UMBRA MOD OVER-THE-DOOR HANGING ORGANIZER
By Students, For Students The Mod Over-the-Door Hanging Organizer is a storage and accessory solution for the student living in a limited space. With multiple pockets of varying sizes, a series of spaces for photographs and a white erase board for notes and fun, the student life has never had a more versatile tool at their disposal. Umbra and Target have manufactured and produced the MOD for sale in stores as part of their Design By Students For Students competition.
PROJECT // 006 MODERN KE NDO M E N (H E L M ET )
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KABUTO MEN KENDO SPARRING HELMET
Description The Kabuto men is an evolution of the traditional kendo sparring attire. With kendoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rich history and cultural relevance, the Kabuto aims to use new technology and a more approachable user experience to bring the kendo sport to a modern audience and culturally aware participants.
Product Analysis
P roject Goal The goal of this project was to develop a product extremely quickly that incorporated a Bayer engineered plastic. This meant an accelerated research cycle and a focus on creative brainstorming.
Accent Fabric Cover Fabric Linen Padding
Plastic Cover Fabric
Woven Trim
Added U ti l i t y An interchangeable mask and Integrated HUD make practice and preparation more informative and more easily accessed, without minimal impact on the sportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cultural heritage..
Material Usage PDU Mount Mask Liner Trim
Display Face Guard
Camera Unit
PROJECT // 007 D OWN HI LL S KI I NG KNE E PR O T EC T I O N
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BR I EF: D is cove r a nd re sea rc h a re l eva nt i ssue t hat can be solved t hrough design. Thoro ughly re s e arch t he s ubj e ct at hand ( talk to ex pe r ts, re sea rc h m ater i a l s, benc hmark ing , semantics, etc.) and design a sol ut io n to t he pro b le m . Th e s o lut io n m ust i ncor p o rate a l l o f the a spe c ts of your research, and t he design must help solve t he pro ble m as effe ct ive ly as po s s ible .
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EMBRACE THESIS DOWNHILL SKIING KNEE BRACE SYSTEM
Description Embrace is a ski-boot integrated knee brace that reduces the rate of non-contact knee injuries. By introducing a new preventative measure for skiers to stop these injuries from occurring in the first place, the sport will be that much more welcoming.
Problem
KNEE INJURIES
33.2%
The goal of this thesis is to develop a
revolutionary way to brace the knees of alpine skiers to lower the chances of ACL injuries occurring.
P a ddin g Hi nge s Torsion Straps Fr ame B r ace Fo c us A re as One of the realistic product-oriented solutions to preventing knee damage when downhill skiing is to wear a brace. Some Issues with this solution currently are the Velcro strap system, the rotation and slipping of the brace, comfort and accessible sizing.
Ergonomic Analysis USE SKIING Interaction with Ski Pants Wearing a brace over ski pants can reduce the effectiveness of the brace drastically, as it is not in direct contact with the skin. Wearing the brace under ski pants introduces the new issue of catching and pulling if the brace has any sharp edges or pinching elements.
Limitations Skiing While skiing, the user is limited by their brace because of the new lateral limitations the brace works so hard to provide. While this does not drastically impact a skierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capabilities, it does change how the experience feels and can take some getting used to.
USE WALKING Hyper-Extension Issues Walking in ski boots is already a task in itself, and not being able to hyper-extend your leg when necessary only adds to the inherent risk that limitations of the equipment cause. Walking, going down and up stairs, hiking to back country areas and even getting up from and into a picnic bench are activities that are affected.
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EMBRACE BRACE FOR IMPACT.
DESCRIPTION EMBRACE is a revolutionary knee-brace and ski-boot hybrid that lowers the risk of kneerelated injuries while downhill skiing.
BOA STRAPS
DEGREES OF FREEDOM
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Easily Adjustable Better Pressure Dispersion High Breathabilty Embedded wires operated by the BOA dial system allow the user to tighten the tension straps intuitively. The wire is a singular loop, allowing pressure to be dispersed evenly throughout the band’s surface area. R
HYPER-EXTENSION RELEASE Simple Operation Walk More Freely Opening the Hyper-Extension Release disengages Embrace’s knee hinge teeth, allowing for the knee to extend fully when walking or relaxing.
MOBILITY SYSTEM Walk Mode Rocker Toe and Heel Low Ankle Pivot Point To increase the safety and comfort of the user, the Embrace boot uses curved toe and heel plates to give the user a more comfortable stride. An engagable walk mode and lower pivot point add to the user’s comfort when not skiing.
110 Lateral Stability Prevents Anterior Draw Embrace supports your knee without interfering with your skiing experience. Maintain over 110 degrees of freedom while you ski with assured lateral stability and a gauruntee that hyper-extension will not occur.
RAIL LOCK SYSTEM Separate Brace at Will Prevents “Phantom Boot” Direct Brace/Boot Connection The Rail Lock creates a direct connection between the brace and boot. This adds leverage to the binding, allowing for easier release. It also allows more leverage to be applied to the toe, meaning more control.
CABRIO CONSTRUCTION 3-Piece Construction Allows For Retrofitting Replaceable Parts The Cabrio-style boot incorporates a separate tongue, perfect for integrating the Rail Lock System. With it’s separate tongue, leverage can be applied more directly to the toe edge of the ski.
THANK YOU
industrial design Jason Macdonald 647-537-7895 jasonmacd1824@gmail.com jason_macdonald3 www.behance.net/jasonmacd