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Contents Team projects 01 / Sólo Low-cost Children’s Prosthesis 3 02 / Ori Programmable Dinnerware 19 03/ Revolv Dry Powder Inhaler 31
Individual projects
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Pyrography Aid
Ergonomic Pyrography Tool
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05 / Trekking Seat Seat for Thru-hikers 55
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Team project
Sólo Low-cost children’s prosthesis Low-income countries, such as Colombia, have high incidence rates of amputations due to reasons such as landmines, diabetes, and traffic accidents. Many people, including families with children, cannot afford or simply do not have access to prostheses. My design solution is to provide a low-cost easily manufacturable prosthetic. Team work / Samuel Backes, Wes Kinkopf, Sheela Saini Contribution / Research, Ideation, Concept Development (knee), Prototyping Duration / 2015.01 - 2015.05 San José State University - Industrial Design Advanced Projects I
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Objective
+ Colombia
+ Child Amputee
Designing an affordable prothesis Simple Limb Initiative The goal was to design a cost-effective and easily fabricated child’s prosthesis by using simple materials. Collaboration with Mahavir Kmina provided information with what materials and technologies were available at the Colombia location.
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Non-profit Prosthesis Clinic
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Team mission statement to enhance a child’s life Design a functional and aesthetic prothesis that accommodates the growth of a child, and can be manufactured and assembled in developing countries.
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Research / interview
Meeting Zach, a 9-year-old, double amputee We observed him playing tennis with his little sister. We were also able to interview him directly with his mother.
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Exploration
Team ideation for entire leg combining concepts Although each team member designed different parts of the leg, we initially conceptualized the entire leg together by sketching with one another.
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Process / testing prototypes
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Process / knee development
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Understanding biomechanics of the knee While trying different types of mechanisms from a single axis joint to a four-bar linkage, I discovered that the flexion of the knee requires a large amount of tension.
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Final Functional Prototype
Utility spring provided sufficient tension for walking and allowed for extension for sitting.
Design validation change from bungee cord to spring The decision to switch to a spring was because the rubber bungee cord was not providing enough kickback.
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Final Knee CAD Model
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Key Features
Adjustable socket that grows with child.
Adjustable pylon and fairing that can be modified to child’s height.
Foot component is composed up of mainly EVA foam material, which is typically used for shock absorbtion. Bottom of foot is multi-layered to provide more stiffness and stability. Nicole Casem / 408.464.2503
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Stackable plates for ankle support for a child up to 150 lbs. casemn@gmail.com
Key Features
Finalization of the knee design provided reliability in simplicity Knee component is a 3D printed part for ease of manufacturability and durability. Spring loaded mechanism to assist during self-advancement (swing) of the gait cycle.
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Materials
Nylon Webbing
Leather and HDPE
Leather and HDPE
HDPE
ABS
HDPE
HDPE HDPE
HDPE
HDPE EVA Foam HDPE EVA Foam Rubber
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Ori Programmable dinnerware Maximizing storage space and maintaining organization in the kitchen continues to be a problem for most households. Our team’s design solution was to use emerging technology, such as MIT’s programmable material, and project the future of dinnerware.
Team work Contribution Duration
/ Daniel Chaffee, Sheela Saini / Research, Ideation, Concept Development, Prototyping / 2015.08 - 2015.12
San José State University - Industrial Design Advanced Projects II
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Identifying Design Challenge
Home visits and interviews offered insight of how families live together Our team visited multiple households of family owners with at least two generations living in the home. We observed reoccurring thresholds of organization, storage, and cleaning for the kitchen.
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Inspiration
2D to 3D forms Origami inspired We researched different techniques of paper folding to explore patterns, shapes, bowls, and other containers.
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Process / origami exploration
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Folding methods from sheet to form We tried various folding techniques from symmetrical repititions, basic pleats, boxes, and bowls.
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Process / prototypes
Various iterations for the plate/bowl, knife, fork, and spoon For the plate/bowl prototypes, we tried different patterns to find the right form that could transform easily. The important factor for the utensils was making sure that once it was transformed it felt comfortable in the hand.
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Materials
liquiglide
hdpe programmable material
hdpe programmable material
liquiglide
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How To Use
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Revolv Dry powder inhaler for the Movember Foundation Societal norms have developed in a way where men ignore and neglect their health concerns, but it is imperative for men to be active about their health issues. A health condition, such as asthma, is often seen as ‘unmanly’ due to the action of using an inhaler. My design solution was to change the experience of using an inhaler. Team work Contribution Duration
/ Brandon Inclan, Nathan Wong, Vincent Nguyen, Stephen Crowley / Ideation, Concept Development, Prototyping / 2014.09 - 2014.12
San José State University - Advanced Projects in Industrial Design
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Objective
http://raven.b-it.ca/portals/uploads/mondaymag/.DIR288/movember-2.jpg
How can we raise men’s health awareness? The Movember Foundation is a global charity organization with the goal to “change the face of men’s health.” Movember is encouraging men to become more involved by getting annual check-ups and ultimately adopt a healthier lifestyle.
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Research / asthma
Devices to treat asthma dry and metered DPI delivers dry power medicine usually contained in a pill, while MDI delivers aerosoized medicine in a cannister. Pros of DPI over MDI is that extra medication can be carried since it is pill form and are typically smaller and more compact.
Dry powder inhaler (DPI) http://www.onlinetimetravelpharmacy.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Ventolin-inhaler.jpg
Metered dose inhaler (MDI) http://images.wisegeek.com/dry-powder-inhaler.jpg
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Persona / the young and busy
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24-year-old Hiro the DJ dealing with asthma Due to his line of work Hiro is contantly exposed to lung irritants, but typically does not medicate using an inhaler because he is worried about the stigma of using an inhaler.
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Process / understanding the user
As a team we created a persona board and a persona 360 using post-its, print outs and magazine clippings to visually describe Hiro’s functional and emotional needs and desires. casemn@gmail.com
Persona 360 / “a-day-in-the-life” of Hiro
Traveling
A Day of Hir
*on a plane
Morning Ritual -brush teeth -shower -shave -vitamins
-listen to music -inspiration computer research -magazines (EQ, Wired) -watching favorite shows
5pm
-arrive at hotel
Morning R Explore/Shop
12pm
-gym -stationary bike
-brush tee -shower -shave -vitamins
-Take a walk near hotel -Check out shops (find boutiques) -Quick grocery shopping
11am
-wake up -breakfast -protein shake
8:30am
Show Day
Start
-stretch -warm up -exercise
7pm
-power nap
7:30am
-wake up
Night Ritual -sleepy tea -reading material -brush teeth -sleep
Dinner -prep dinner -eat dinner
4am After Party -network -hang out with other DJ’s
10pm 3am
Meditation
On Stage 10:30pm
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-sleep
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need for inhaler
A Day of Hiro (360)
possible need for inhaler
Breakfast Morning Ritual Explore/Shop
10:30am
-facetime manager -check social media -surf the web
-brush teeth -shower -shave -vitamins
-Take a walk near hotel -Check out shops (find boutiques) -Quick grocery shopping
10pm
-prep hardy breakfast -make smoothie
Free Time
8:30am
-talk/visit family -read books/magazines -play video games -computer research for trends (music, fashion, tech) -watch TV -walk to nearby cafe
-stretch -warm up -exercise
7pm
-power nap
7:30am
-wake up
Dinner
Regular Day
Start
-prep dinner -eat dinner
1:30am
-sleep
6pm Time with Friends -hang out -light drinking -watch movies -go to arcades -karaoke -relax at lounge
Work on Music & Design Stage Props
9pm
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Process / exploration to refinement
Form and ergonomic study to evaluate the overall shape, size, and feel of the product. A crucial factor to consider was portability. Nicole Casem / 408.464.2503
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Focusing on the action revolver inspired The action of a DPI is to crack or puncture the pill containing the medicine. My aha moment was the concept of loading and cracking the pill using a revolver type mechanism.
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Final CAD Model
Cap
Mouthpiece
Filter
Medication breaker
Rotation ring
Medication chamber
Rod and end piece
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How To Use
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Individual projects
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Pyrography Aid Ergonomic pyrography tool The art of pyrography uses a tool similar to a soldering iron, however most products today have an appearance of a utility tool and are not user friendly. My design solution was to design a product that is ergonomic and has the aesthetic of an art tool.
Individual work Duration
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San JosĂŠ State University - Ergonomics for Design
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Identifying Design Challenge
http://www.thatcreativefeeling.com/wp-content/uploads/Pyrography.jpg
What is pyrography? How it affects the hands? Pyrography is the art or technique of decorating a surface, such as wood or leather, by burning with a metal tip. Prolonged hours using a pyrography tool can cause stress and discomort in the user’s hands.
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User research / pyrographer interviews
Professional Illustrator Cate McCauly 10 years of pyrography experience wrist & pinky blistering, index, middle, & thumb swelling
Semi-Pro Pyrographer Stephen Wright 13 years of pyrography experience arthritis
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Research / handwriting aids
Understanding different Pen/Pencil Aids By observing different types of writing aids, I discovered that if the tool’s weight is able to rest on the hand, then there would be less stress on the grip of the user.
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User Feedback
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Concept 1 - “Feels the most comfortable. I like this best.”
Concept 2 - “Not comfortable, and looks like a shoe.”
Concept 3 - “Feels nice for detailing, but looks like a slug.”
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Trekking Seat Seat for trekking poles International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) 2015 Finalist Thru-hiking is a type of long distance hiking with the goal to hike a trail end-to-end. Packing light and efficiently is key. My design solution was a light-weight, multi-purpose seat that utilizes trekking poles.
Individual work Duration
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San JosĂŠ State University - Soft Goods
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Identifying design challenge
http://hqworld.net/gallery/data/media/80/hiking_near_kool-aid_lake_at_sunset__north_cascades__washington.jpg
What is thru-hiking? What is the importance of gear weight? Thru-hiking is hiking a long-distance trail from end-to end. Long distrance trails are described as trails that take the average user more than a day to travel one end to the other. In order to cover long distances in a manageable amount of time, thru-hikers organize their backpakc weight by packing lighter to go faster.
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User research / individual interviews
Patrick H. Post-graduate student Gear weight - 28 lbs. Hiked Pacific Crest Trail, 400 miles, 12 miles a day Does advanced research of weather for hikes
Jeremy REI employee Gear weight - 35 lbs. Wishes for perfect sitting pad/chair, most are too heavy to bring along for hikes
Glenn Computer consultant Gear weight - 18 lbs. Hiked Arizona Trail, 800 miles in 2.5 months
Joe Retired CDF firefighter Stationed at Mt. Gleason Hiked with squad Always tested gear before going on hike
Patrick T. Hiking enthusiast Gear weight - 25 lbs. Regularly hikes at national parks
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Process / team brainstorm
Balance between comfort and gear weight Since thru-hikers hike long distances comfort items are often opted out to reduce weight. Trekking poles are always brought on hikes, so I wanted to design a seat that used already owned equpiment.
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Process / utilizing trekking poles for seat
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Final / sitting pad and trekking seat combination
Seat form provides a light-weight comfortable seat that can be used in between trekking poles.
Seating pad form, features include: durable waterproof outer lining, soft inner lining, hook-andlook fastening, and cord wheel for tightening sides. Nicole Casem / 408.464.2503
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