portfolio by jiazhen chen [ken]
foreword This portfolio recorded my design work from 4 years bachelor and 1 year master of industrial design studies at RMIT and Monash University. They included product design, interaction design, graphic design and transportation design.
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biography EDUCATION 2013 – 2014
Monash University Master of Design, Industrial and Product Design
2008 – 2012
RMIT University Bachelor of Design, Industrial and Product Design, Honours
EXPERIENCE 2012 – 2012
Vehicle Exterior Designer (internship) SAIC Motor Corporation, Ltd
Ken CHEN I am a person full of passion and imagination. I love design. In 2007, I moved to Melbourne, Australia for industrial design study. I finished my bachelor course in RMIT university, and master of design study in Monash university. The different culture fusion change and open my view. I have exceptional ability to explore innovative ideas and love to redesign daily base product to extend functional and aesthetics. . I have exceptional ability to explore innovative ideas. I am good at learning and accepting new things.
Product Designer Shanghai Polaris Industrial Design Co.
FREELANCE AYE Nursing Pads packaging design Juno color change mug graphic design Resrmore folating cover design Lego workshop
AWARDS Attend VACC Automtive Design Awards 2013, design was exhibited into the Fracture Gallery in the Atrium Fed Square.
CONNECT
Design (AFA Powered Exoskeleton) was posted on Yanko Design, 2014
P +8615618241903
Design was track backed on newtech-enews, dailymail.co.uk, hngn, etherealizm, the australian, Channel Nine News, Yahoo, etc
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2009 – 2011
Interviewed by Discovery News, El Mercurio newspaper, ABC, METATREND magazine and Australian Associated Press (AAP).
Sketching Using digital drawing and hand sketching to express a quick idea.
Visualisation Using Wacom digital rendering and rendering software like keyshot, photoview, showcase and maya to visualize the line drawing. It is the good and quick way to show the surface and materials i want to present. Workflow
Design Brief
Concept Extensions
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Design Specification Finalis
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Final Concept Refinement
Develop Reaearch
Project Start
Work
Question
Preliminary Reaearch
Concept Refinement
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Produce Short
Con Toward One
Study Form Mood Board ept Blue Sky Conc
Sketches
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Design Freeze
Final product
Feature analysis
Design Outcome rch
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Secondary Reaearch
High-rise Building Fire Escape
Interview Fire
Ongoing Continue Loading Keep checking Through Past Work
Plans
Elevator Hoistway/Stairwell Plans
Climb Robot Research
Critical Justification
Using different diagrams like FreeMind, CmapTool, SWOT, RAT, LCA and any other charts to sort, analysis the information what I researched.
Start Final 3D Model
Specification Adjustment Sketches
Perception Diagram Persona
Inital Ideation
Research/Chart
Animation
Produce Renderings Technical Drawings
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Abstract
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Sketches Basic Desig
Station
Extended Reaearch
Theme Board
Color and Trim
esea cR aphi nogr Eth arios Scen User c Ergonomi
Presentation
Package Layout Firefighter Gear Interface Body storm ing
Model
Poster Video DVR Bouche Model
Study Form Sketches Clay model Rapid Prototype
2D Graphic Software
Illustrator,Photoshop and InDesign are those common software I will use to create layout, poster and manage images.
CAD Modelling/Technical Drawing Using Solidwork, ALISA to present the design in a 3D model.
Interface Arduino as an infinite potential single-board microcontroller, is very useful to express the inherent or feedback for interactive project.
Prototyping I have few experience to using CNC, 3D printer and laser cut to build my model. Also i have the skill about injection molding , foam molding and clay modelling.
skill set
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F i r e f i g h t i n g
A p p a r a t u s
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powered exoskeleton suit
Each year, an estimated 15,500 high-rise structure fires cause 60 civilian deaths, 930 injuries, and $252 million in property loss (NFINFIRS, 2002).
The reason why high rise fire become a big challenge to fire departments is high-rise buildings can hold thousands of people well above the reach of fire department aerial devices, once the fire is above the operational reach of aerial ladder or elevating platforms the chance of rescuing victims is near zero. There are two main risks. Firstly is the lead time. The level where the fire occurs has the greatest impact on lead time, especially when elevators are not available. On average, it took 28 minutes and 52 seconds to reach the top floor of a 48story building. This does not include time needed to connect to the standpipe, place SCBA in service and advance on the fire. Secondly is the safety of firefighters. The risk to firefighters increase in proportion to the height of the building and the height above grade level. Once the fighters are operating above the reach of aerial devices, the only viable means of egress is the interior stairs. Therefore, the heart attack from the stressful environment and heavy gear become the primary cause of death among firefighters. In addition, the mobility inside the building or stairways can be different too. My research is looking at assistant equipment with new technology applying carrying capacity and personal mobility to achieve an effective fire fighting in the future 2025.
The A.F.A is a powered exoskeleton suit to increases firefighters’ performance in walking ,running and carrying while high-rise fire firefighting. A.F.A can carry loads up to 91kg. The exo-suit is strapped over the firefighters’ clothing.The device transfers its weight, load directly to the ground, so firefighters don’t bear the weight.
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SKETCH
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S P E C I F I C AT I O N S Size:
Wearable, Height 1600mm
Weight:
Approx 23 kg
Power:
lithium-polumer battery
Continuous operation time: Motions: Working environment:
Approx 2 hours Walking, running, climbing up and down,squat. Hold and lift heavy objects. High-rise fire
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ACTUATOR AND SENSOR UNIT
IMPLUSE WATER GUN SYSTEM It allows the firefighter disconnect with the hose line and action individually. With the IFEX Impulse Gun technology, the fire fighting can be more flexible, compact, and powerful.
Rotation Structure
PACK FRAME
The CCATS is stand for “CENTER CONNECT AND TWIST SYSTEM�, it connects the upper body and lower body, transfer the weight and move the waist by hydraulic cylinders.
The multifunction Pack frame was design to load fire gear such as hose line, rescue kit and any other modules. Two flash light on each shoulder. Moreover, the pack frame assembled lithium-polumer batteries. LiPo batteies are composed of several identical secondary cells in parallel to increase the discharge current capability,
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In case ofthe exo-suit out of order, firefighter can pull off the ring on each side of thigh. Then all the joints of the suit will disassemble automatic and immediately.
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DIMENSIONS
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Due to the capacity of A.F.A. exo-suit, the crew size of high-rise fire can be shrinked.
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POWER AND SENSOR UNIT
COMPUTER
LITHIUM-POLUMER BATTERIES
CENTER CONNECT AND TWIST SYSTEM
JOYSTICK
LOWER BODY POWER AND SENSOR UNIT
FOOT ENERGY RECOVERY SYSTEM
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FASTENER POWER AND SENSOR UNIT OXYGEN BOTTLE MAIN FRAME WITH THE COMPUTER FlLEXABLE VERTEBRAL SUPPORT CENTER CONNECT AND TWIST SYSTEM FOREARM BELT PACK FRAME AND BATTERY MOVABLE JOYSTICK EMERGENCY RELEASE SYSTEM THIGH HYDRAULIC CYLINDER
FOLDING AXE
SHANK
ENERGY RECYCL ANKLE
EXPLODED VIEW
UPPER ARM SHOULDER HARNESS FLASH LIGHT CARABINER
FOOT
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THE FIRE PIONEER
EQUIP WITH IMPLUSE WATER GUN AND 1 LITER WATER BOTTLE. ALL FIREFIGHTER’S INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITY IN 2 HOUR.
1L Water Bottle
Impulse Water Gun
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THE RESCUER
EQUIP WITH FIRST KIT JAWS OF LIFE AND POWER BANK FOR RECHRGING OTHER TEAM MUMBERS.
First Aid Kit
Power Bank
Jaws of life
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m.U.C’-maglev Urban Commuter, a tandem 1+1 electric concept commuter for metropolitan areas will be a glimpse forward into the future. The two-wheeler design will solve the mounting problems of urban car transportation. ‘m.U.C’ is propelled by maglev motors in each of wheels as well as dynamic stabilization technology empowers in it. In addition, ‘m.U.C’ is supported to operate autonomously or under manual control. It has the potential to leading a trendsetter for a new way of mobility. As a ‘pod’ where people can relax and enjoy an alternative driving experience, the new vehicle is also presented with a futuristic outlook which fits in the hi-tech future.
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m.U.C
maglev urban commuter
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The urban environment is continuously expanding. By 2030, the population of the urban areas would increase to 8.1 billion(60% of the world population). As the future mega cities become highly dense and more complex, the transportation system of the urban area requires high efficiency . The growing demand of mobility from large city population leads to two urgent problems: the shortage of fossil fuels and limitation of urban space. In the near future, intelligent, efficient and lightweight vehicles will be under the spotlight. This project aims to develop a futuristic inner city vehicle which is not only efficient, but also capable of creating a harmonious and intelligent link between the people and the traffic.
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m.U.C
maglev urban commuter
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m.U.C
maglev motor exploded view
Cargo
1420mm Magnetic Levitation Motor
462mm
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Directional control system support stander
2680mm
Gyroscope sensor assembly
Gyroscope sensor assembly
Lithium-ion battery packs
1475mm
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HPV: TRACK RIDER
Swinging ring style brake lever. Pull it.
Two 2-seats chairs with trunks each. People sit face to face. People can hole the handlebar when they are riding
HEIGHT:1700mm (not include wheel) LENGTH:3224mm WEIGHT:286.83KG BEARING:600KG COLOR: Green and dark gery
Designed pedaling system. People can chat while they are riding.
No steering system. Vehicle running on the tram track.
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scenarios In a concept world without cars,people exhausted all the resource on the earth. Human Powered Vehicle become a way to transport 23
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R² is a high technology and user-friendly car. It can record user’s preference and driving style. User don’t need use key to enter, just touch the sensor and the doors will open automatically, then the windows will become clear and the interior will lights on. The swivelling seat will moves back and revolves to user. R² doesn’t have rear-view mirrors. User can see everything around the car through the three exterior cameras; therefore user does not need to take their eyes off the road. The engine will turns on when user tough the central screen. User also can set temperature by mobile phone. If the accident happens, R² will stop automatically. In addition, user can move dashboard and control from either the left or the right seat. In order to fit different road rules and also provide user different driving experiences.
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MOVEBALE DASHBOARD In order to fit different road rules and also provide user different driving experiences, user can move dashboard and steering wheel from either the left or the right seat.
SMALL SIZE Small size, save parking space.
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AIR ENGINE The Di Pietro motor concept is based on a rotary piston. Different from existing rotary engines, the Di Pietro motor uses a simple cylindrical rotary piston (shaft driver) which rolls, without any friction, inside the cylindrical stator. The space between stator and shaft driver is divided in 6 expansion chambers by pivoting dividers. (Joomla, 2010) 28
LITTLE MAN PEN HOLDER Aluminum made pen holder design as a suicide little man.
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MALE SYMBOL BOTTLE OPENER Steel made bottle opener was design as a male symbol.
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FOLDABLE SHOPPING BAG
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BBQ TONG
The concept of the BBQ tong design was come from spatula and fork. The spatula part is designing for turning meat and fork is designing for taking meat.
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QV SKIN CARE POP DISPLAY CONCEPT
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DRILL POWERED
CAR
Using an electric drill motor as powertrain, built wth timber and steel frame.
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NEW CANDY FLAVOURED TOOTHPASTE FOR KIDS Aquafresh children’s toothpaste advertisement poster design.
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Junto cafe mug graphic design AYE nursing pad packaging design
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MAYA ANIMATION LITTLE BULB MAN
To watch the video you can scan the QR code at the right or visit the link below. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sr26P5R3XA&list=UUD8E9l89_v4GeZdjiXycSAw&feature=share&index=1
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The Expressive Interface
Actity Diagram Sleep inherent ffwd,
CONTEXT Our relationships online and in real life are shifting as we become more public with our private lives. Online chatting software becomes an important part in our social networking. (e.g.: Facebook, iChat, msn).online chatting gets people closer and bring a big convenience to our living style, but it also comes up one problem that is words is hard to express your emotions and It could make some mistaking meanings and make people angry, even the others don’t know and hit you deeper. According to the research by Dr. Ray Birdwhistelle, emotion expressions include two parts, 65% nonverbal expression and 35% language expression. It is thus clear obvious that importance of physical emotions in chatting. Therefore in this project I design an interaction device using physical emotions to support online chatting. Context of use: When the users feel angry during online chatting, they can use this device to show their emotion on the others’ screen. Warning the others; a little punishment to the others and release users themself. Nature of the users: like online chatting; not good at expressing emotions with text; need release their emotions
system wait
(visual:ellipsoid, rubber foam,finger grooves)
hold
Prepare inherent ffwd, (visual:ellipsoid, rubber foam,finger grooves.)
system loading
functional feedback (physical) turn on switch
Visual and sonic change inherent ffwd, sound volume (visual) chang inherent feedback image 1 chang (haptic) functional feedback (digital) squeezing
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Stop inherent ffwd, release connection: (visual) inherent feedback sound off,image become back) (haptic) functional feedback (digital) hold
Visual and sonic change LOOP 2 inherent ffwd, sound volume (visual) change inherent feedback (physical) image 2 on functional feedback (digital) punch
Stop inherent ffwd, sound volume off (visual ) inherent feedback two image 1 on (physical) functional feedback (digital)
The inherent level of activity that occurs to encourage expression
Express your Interface
“A.S.S.” (Angry Sponge Sustention) is designed as one ellipsoid with finger grooves; the finger grooves and ellipsoid form offer information that users can hold it (Inherentfeedforward). Because of the device made of rubber foam, users will know it can be squeezed from their general knowledge and touch (Inherent feedback). There is a switch on the device(Inherentfeedforward). When user trun on the swich, they will hear and feel a click and release the button (Inherent feedback) . When the users squeezing it, they will feel elasticity (resistance) of it (Inherent feedback).with the users increase their force, they will feel a piece of wood inside and stop squeezing (Inherent feedback), and it is the amount of force that is possible (Inherent feedforward). When users use this device punched the table, they will feel resistance from that rubber foam (Inherent feedback).
To watch the video you can scan the QR code or visit the link.
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Visual and sonic change inherent ffwd, sound volume (visual ) change inherent feedback (physical) two image 1 functional feedback change (digital)
The augmented and functional information in the system When the users press the button to turn on this system, one red LED inside the decvice will lights up (Augmented Feedback) and a small black circular comes out from white background on screen with sound (Functional Feedback). with the users increase their force, the digital circular on screen will become more and more bigger, sound tends higher, fill color tends red to white and background change to red(Functional Feedback). There are 4 different symbols on the finger grooves to divide different functions (Augmented Feedforward).Users will stop action until they touch and feel a piece of wood inside, then all the variables will maintain their status. And then, all the variables will go back with users releasing their force. IN addition, there is a symbol on the pad shows users it can be punched(Augmented Feedforward). When users punched it, the digital circular will exploding and break up two new circulars(Functional Feedback).
squeezing Synthesis
inherent ffwd, sound volume (visual) change inherent feedback (physical) image change functional feedback (digital)
Restart
inherent ffwd, sound volume off (visual) inherent feedback (physical) functional feedback image 1 on (digital) press ‘space’ key
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScDhDqjP8-w
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3D PRINTING TUBELIGHT
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M A N U FAC T U R I N G C N C P RO C E S S E S
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
Ken CHEN kenchen420@live.com
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME