University Year 1 Term 3 Product Design Portfolio - July 2022

PRODUCT DESIGN

MATTII LABS - MATTII MATE

Personal Massager - Silver Award Winner

Brief:

To upcycle used silicone fingers into being reused as a key sub-component which will be part of the manufacturing assembly of a multi-functional personal massager/toy aimed at a predominantly female target market

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The Context Behind The Solution

THE PROBLEM

The briefs use of silicone up-cycling allows for the sex toy industry to be entered. Silicone is body safe and so via the over-moulding method, utilisation of silicone fingers is possible for toy use

INTENDED USER

Due to the sex toy’s market, there is not a set defined user profile, however based on industry statistics the user demographic aimed at will be, but not limited to, women aged between 18 - 35yrs

RESEARCH INTO THE FIELD

The global sex toy market in 2021 is estimated to have amounted to £34.8 Billion

Is the predicted growth of the sex toy industry in the UK per year from 2020

Is the number of people in the UK who own a sex toy as shown by a study conducted in 2019

Is the expected growth of the sex toy industry between 2019 and 2026

LOGO EVOLUTION

Stylisation as well as the addition of colour to further enhance the design flair of the current mattii mate logo

INITIAL IDEATION + SKETCH DEVELOPMENT

The Design Process Behind The Solution

FINAL MODEL

3D Printed Modelling

In order to determine the ergonomics and overall usability of the mattii mate for potential users, a 3d printed mode was manufactured. The model took a total of 17h 37mins to print in a high quality. Recesses were made in the printed model to allow for the silicone fingers to be set in place via the use of epoxy resin. By using the silicone fingers, the texture and flexibility of the bumps in the model could be determined

IMMEDIATE RIGHT

Shows the use of two part epoxy to set the silicon fingers into the recesses that cover the 3d printed mattii mate model

ABOVE

Shows the model at 55% print completion

IMMEDIATE RIGHT

Shows the model at 100% print completion

TECHNICAL OVERVIEW

Product In Focus

Outer sleeve manufactured out of laminated paperboard. It will feature minimalist branding and slides off to enhance opening experience

50mm Diameter

Max - 150mm

Tapered tip for easier user interaction NFP-C1034 Vibrating Disk

Internal cover manufactured out of laminated paperboard. Features a finger hole to allow for user to remove to enhance the opening experience

User guide* leaflet which informs user of the toys various functions as well as how to operate it. Made from text weight paper with a design embossed laminated double thickness cover *Referred to as guide to seem less commanding to user

12W USBc plug for user to charge the toy

Toy body manufactured out of shore 25A hardness silicone which is over-moulded to all electrical components within

The toy, plug/wire user guide are all slotted into moulded plastazote foam which is placed within the main box

Main box manufactured using same paper as outer wrap with same matte finish applied

30mm Diameter

Silicone finger for texture

Fiber-optic lighting within finger

Spiralised shaft

NFP-C1034 Vibrating disk

Adjustable internal Skeleton

Excess silicone finger used as internal filler material

Mattii Labs branding Control panel

Textured upper surface of base Finger grips for ease of use Rechargeable AAA batteries

18 x 2.4 Long pin jack port

PROJECT FINAL RENDERS

A Snippet Of The Design Realised

SHAPED FOR COMFORT

The frontal strut features an adjustable spine within. This spine allows for the silhouette to be adjusted meaning the user can shape the device to best fit their body as no body is the same

USER INTERACTION AND USABILITY

The toys design allows for a sleek curvaceous profile to be achieved with the fingers spralising around the shaft and base. The rounded tip allows for easy insertion for the user too

ERGONOMIC DESIGN

The device features four buttons on the rear: wave mode, intensity up, intensity down, pulse mode with the on/off button shaped like the matii logo featured on the front of the stem.

PRODUCT IN-SITU

MOULDED FITMENT

The internal packaging foam ensures a snug and secure fitment of all accessories and the toy. The design of the foam allows for restorability of the toy enhancing the users experience further

THE UNPACKAGING EXPERIENCE

The sleeve of the box features minimal sleek illustrations depicting the toy inside. The opening process of the box is an experience for the user and enhance their relationship with the mattii mate

A SHOT IN THE DARK

The physical properties of the silicone fingers mean that they are semitranslucent. This allows for the fingers in the toy, when combined with fiberoptic lights to emit a soft glow for the user

The images presented on this page highlight a selection of in context imagery showing the mattii mate within the environment it will most commonly occur in.

FUTURENOVA DESIGN PROJECT

ACL Pre-Treatment Aid

Brief: To design a piece of equipment that aids with the supportive care of patients whilst they are waiting for elective surgery in the orthopaedic environment

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The Context Behind The Solution

THE PROBLEM

ACL recovery is a long process with waiting times for operations exceeding 9-12 months. In this time, prehab is recommended for 2-4 weeks or until viable range of motion in the knee is achieved

INTENDED USER

Typically being one of the most commonly occurring knee related injury, ACL trauma can occur during sports such as skiing, tennis, squash, football and rugby. Athletes are most high at risk

RESEARCH INTO THE FIELD

Is the total number of people who suffer from ACL injuries every year in the UK

Is the predicted growth of the sex toy industry in the UK per year from 2020

100200k 7-10% 41% 50% £5960 2 in 10

Is the total percentage of all reported sports injuries that are knee related

Is the total overall percentage of all knee injuries that are ACL related

Is the total cost that an ACL related injury will have on the NHS post discharge

Is amount of people in the UK who will suffer an ACL related injury (18.2%)

Is the total number of high school surgeries that are ACL related

INITIAL IDEATION + SKETCH DEVELOPMENT

The Design Process Behind The Solution

CONCEPT

FINAL MODEL

Cardboard Modelling

Going forward from the final design a prototype model was manufactured to determine scale as well as ease of use. This model is manufactured a variety of materials. Modelling cardboard has been used for the main body of the sensor housing with the diamond box representing the sensor unit. Neoprene has been used to manufacture the elastic straps that hold the sensor and housing to the users legs and attached to the neoprene are several strips of Velcro to allow for the whole model to mimic and test the functionality of the device such as removing and putting on the product and moving with it on

HYDRO EXTRUSION PROJECT

Modular Shelving

Brief:

To design a lightweight, modular storage system for a renovated van that allows the user to organise their essentials as they best please. The system will be manufactured primarily using aluminium extrusion with all secondary components being manufactured as sustainably as possible.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The Context Behind The Solution

THE PROBLEM

As a result of COVID-19, van prices have increased at an ever increasing rate, because of this people are moving more towards van renovation. As part of this there is an absence in the market for modular organisational storage for renovated van users.

INTENDED USER ENVIRONMENT

Due to the adaptive nature of the product intended use, there are a multitude of environments that the product could be used in, ranging from renovated vans to garages or even within sheds.

RESEARCH INTO THE FIELD

Is the average total available wall space to renovators within a van

Is the total percentage of aluminium production that comes from recycling

Is the total power usage required for the production of recycled aluminium compared to virgin aluminium

Is the total percentage of all aluminium production that is primarily powered by hydroelectric power

37ft² 34% 5% 55% 13kg/m 600mm x 200mm

Is the maximum extrusion rate of aluminium extruded alloy within the Norsk Hydro facility

Is the largest extrusion die face size available within the Norsk Hydro facility

Is the total amount of recycled aluminium that is still in use today

INITIAL IDEATION + SKETCH DEVELOPMENT

The Design Process Behind The Solution

TECHNICAL OVERVIEW

Product In Focus

Mounting rail manufactured out of aluminium 6063 T4 alloy with pilot holes drilled alongside the extrusion to allow for mounting bolts to fix rail to wall with an anodised 90degree brush finish.

Plastic frontal light diffuser manufactured from cloudy Polymethyl Methacrylate

Extrusion Profile:

Profile widened to allow for a more efficient extrusion process with the extrusion bent and TIG welded to its correct shape post process before being cut down to more appropriate lengths afterwards.

Lighting module body manufactured out of aluminium 6063 T4 alloy with an anodised 90degree brush finish

50mm shelving body manufactured out of aluminium 6063 T4 alloy with an anodised 90degree brush finish

Dimensional Overview:

In order to allow for as efficient as possible extrusion process all internal wall thicknesses for the extruded profile should be the same. With minimal hollow section and all internal edges radiused - can have no sharp edges.

100mm shelving body manufactured out of aluminium 6063 T4 alloy with an anodised 90degree brush finish

150mm shelving body manufactured out of aluminium 6063 T4 alloy with an anodised 90degree brush finish

Plastic end caps for all extruded components except the mounting rail. End caps are all manufactured from injection moulded ABS with a semi-rough textured finish applied

PROJECT FINAL RENDERS

A Snippet Of The Design Realised

WALL MOUNTED MODULAR SYSTEM

The bolt holes allow for the rail to be mounted to the wall with the french cleat system allowing for modularity as the user can choose what units they want to hang.

PRODUCT IN-SITU

Presented here on this page are various images highlighting the possible environments in which the aluminium extruded modular units could be utilised in. However, due to the nature of the design of the products mountable french cleat railing system, the assembly can be placed into almost any environment up to the users desire with ease.

USE WITHIN A RENOVATED GARAGE ENVIRONMENT

Here the modular shelving system can e seen mounted internally on a wall within a renovated garage environment. The shelving system has been mounted in such a way that all surfaces can be reached by the user. As well as this the lighting module can be seen being used as a light source for the area fund below the mounted cabinets to the right.

USE WITHIN A RENOVATED WORKS VAN

Here the modular shelving system has been mounted internally within a works van. The system has been spaced to the users specific requirements with shelving arranged in such a manner as to maximise the available space within the vans internals. Space left below the shelves allows for bulkier items to be placed out the way with lighting provided by the lighting module featured above the shelves.

PIEGARE

Outdoor Furniture

Brief:

To design a piece of outdoor furniture that promotes a social environment within a homely setting. The design should be manufactured using sheet metal which will be bent to shape.

Context behind the problem:

With the recent COVID-19 pandemic recently impacting the lives of us all, finding ways to promote a social environment has reached an all time high. Mainly powered by the lack of in person social contact over the last recent years, people are now wanting more face to face interactions with each other.

CONCEPT SKETCHWORK

TECHNICAL OVERVIEW

Product In Focus

All metal work components are manufactured out of 10mm thick bent aluminium sheet with all holes stamped out prior to bending. All metal components are completed with a fine diameter 90 degree brushed anodised finish applied

Cushions are held onto the bench metalwork via a series of Velcro elastic straps that feed through the rear and lower cut outs. The cushions are made form a polyurethane foam core surrounded by a 600D polyester fabric with a PU coating applied to all outer surfaces to increase cushion longevity

PROJECT FINAL RENDERS

A Snippet Of The Design Realised

The bench’s sleek bend-work allows for a seamless profile to be achieved. Alongside this the cushions feature similar curved edges to align with the silhouette of the seats

PRODUCT IN-SITU

The products design allows for it to fit into a multitude of environments, mainly being designed to be used as an outdoor statement piece within a modern household environment, with the curvaceous profile fits in seamlessly within both an angular and soft setting. Here the bench can be seen featuring both next to an outdoor personal pool as well as outside in a household patio setting

DIGITAL COLLAGE

A selection of my favoured works that I have manufactured using Photoshop. The works are constructed in a collage-like style with visual aspects layered to create a final composition in a surrealist retro futurism style.

SKETCHING

Over the next two pages, I have presented a short sketch study that I conducted of a toy bow and arrow that I purchased from my local poundland. On this page is my exploded sketch study with my parts sketches featuring on the next.

SKETCHING

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