MINI-DOB the one-stop beginner’s scope
exterior development
KEVIN H.Y. SHEN kevinhyshen@hotmail.com
MINI-DOB the one-stop beginner’s scope
challenge to design the outershell of a newly invented mount-and-scope package for beginners in star-gazing.
solution a shell design that is sleek in style, ergonomic in usage, and cost-effective in manufacturing.
Design Brief My task is to design the outer shell of the MINI-DOB, which is the first product of its kind.
Project Scope
product planning
mechanical design
exterior development
distributors’ branding
Product Origin
Affordable Price
? Untapped Category: The One-Stop Beginner’s Scope
Hand-Adjustable
Hand-Held Control
Scope Included
Product’s Core Strength
Non-Motorized Mount
Auto-Tracking Mount Designed with the beginners in mind, the mount’s AutoTracking technology keeps the targeted celestial objects in the field of view constantly.
vs
Scenario PWR
north alignment
latitude alignment
aim using directional buttons
or manually after loosening the knobs
power on
Design Criteria
> Sleek, minimal aesthetic > Low cost to manufacture > Ergonomic user control > Adaptable to different brands
Ideation
starting point
Orthographic Drawings