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NEIL VINCENTI
To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
NEIL VINCENTI
Design Philosophy:
As a designer I follow a design philosophy “Simplicity Design” which is used to help bring out the true essence of design. Philosophy is strongly influenced by my Asian modesty and form aesthetics, and product functional relevance based on influence of my mixed cultural background.
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table of content
internships / side projects
medical
consumer goods
medical
transportation
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ECO-Vdesign brief
With the increasing concerns in population growth and environmental issues in Asia, a need for an alternative source of urban transportation that addresses these issues is needed. The goal is to design an innovative, energy efficient mode of urban transportation.
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ECO-V user / target market
Married•
With children•
College educated (graduate degree•
30-35 years old•
Annual household income $60,000 (us)•
Drives under 10 miles to work (intercity travel)•
Purchasing a home•
Environment: Taipei, Taiwan metropolitan city (densely populated)•
Looking to replace their scooter (space and flexibility : purchase driver)•
Willing to spend money on quality product (durability)•
Willing to try new products (convenience / saves money)•
Concerns: environmental and its effects on health•
Dislike using scooter in rainy and windy conditions•
Prefers his own transportation -vs- public (independence)•
Concerned about fuel consumption•
Young Professional
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ECO-VEducation level: bachelors degree or higher•
Household: average of 3 members•
Median annual household income (nt$): approx (2,283,333 - $70,000 (us$)•
Air pollution (majority of people wear cotton masks as filter)•
Space - lack of spaces for parking•
Transportation type: 5 to 1 (scooter out weight cars)•
Fuel efficiency importance: with gas pricing has peaked around $5.00 to $6.00• a gallon having a fuel efficient vehicle is ideal.
15.5 miles average distance driven to work•
Majority of families own automobile and scooter•
Fuel efficiency 80% purchase driver fro new purchases•
Top 3 improvements (scooter / car)• Scooter: more cargo space add protection from natural elements (rain / wind) add safety features cars: more Eco-friendly better fuel efficiency independent turning wheels for easy parking in tight spaces
Research Summary
percentage of people who drive to work always 42%sometimes 34%never 24%
24%
34%
42%
Distance traveled to work
1-3 miles
6-10 miles
11-20 miles
21-30 miles
31+
28%24%10%28%0%
28%
28%
24%
10%
10%
research
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ECO-Vuse scenario
Family of 3 commute to grocery store on• a scooter that is meant for 2 passenger.
Often times children are placed either • between the parents or in between the legs of the driver .
Once done family goes back to the • scooter to load the grocery.
Loads couple of bag under the seat com-• partment and rest is placed between the drivers legs on the floor.
Family has to deal with traffic conges-• tions and polluted air to and from grocery store.
Commuting drivers deal with (air pollu-• tion, noise pollution, natural elements, traffic, etc).
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ECO-Vopportunity
1. Lack of cargo spacelimited space on board, users gamble • by storing items between legs and other dangerous configuration.
2. Little or no safety features.accidents occur frequently and often • times serious. users deal with buses, cars, trucks • and other scooters in tight streets.
3. Scooters have low visibility.scooters small in size and low source • of lighting.scooters in rain and darkness low • visibility.
4. Minimal passenger space.families with 2 or more members • packing on to scooter that were meant to seat 2 passengers.frequent sight in Asia and unsafe•
5. Lack of protection (natural elements)based on the research majority of • user face with poor weather condition, such as rain and wind.
6. lack of air purifying devices or systems.
Asian cities air quality being below • standards and health isues.
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ECO-Vm
arket position
$ $$$
PASSENGER CAPACITY
4
3
2
Tata Nano($2,500.00)
Honda Fit($18,500.00)
Schwinn-Vale($1000.00)
Kymco People 125 ($2,999.00)
Kymco Xciting 250ri ($5,500.00)
Honda Goldwing($25,000.00 +)
ECO-V($8,000 / $10,000) 3 passanger
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ECO-Videation
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ECO-Vconcept direction
CONCEPT 1
Enclosed unit with tandem seatingconfiguration.
CONCEPT 2
Open unit with upright seating configuration to conserve space.
CONCEPT 3
Jeep like vehicle with removable doors.Tandem seating configurations.
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ECO-Vconcept proposal 1
BenefitsEnergy efficient• Protection (natural elements, noise, • air)Convenience of a motorcycle and • comfort of an automobileExpendable seating that comfort-• ably seats 3 adults with plenty cargo spaceCargo space • Approx half width of mid-size •
automobileEmits 0 emission • Provides the safety protection to the • user
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ECO-Vm
ock up
Ergonomics:
steering column height: 35” from platformseated height: 54” view angle to instrumental panel:10o-15o
height ground to roof line: 84.75”length front to tail: 78”seat height (surface)
Seat Dimension:
seat height (surface) to platform: 24”seat width: 11”length w/o 3rd seat: 28”length w/ 3rd seat: 42”
Cargo Area Dimension:
length (rear to end of s) w/o 3rd seat: 24”length (rear to end of s) w/ 3rd seat: 11”
Insight:1.need cargo net or cage (adjustable) to keep cargo in place.2.cargo hook inside the cargo area.
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ECO-Vthem
e development
Industrial Theme Modern Theme Retro Theme
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ECO-Vthem
e development
Sports Theme
aggressive • agile• sophisticated• youthful• excitement• fun•
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ECO-V
EC0 -V
concept proposal
BENEFITS
Energy efficient•
Enclosed unit provides pro-• tection (natural elements, noise and air pollutants)
Convenience of a motor• cycle and comfort of an automobile.
Expendable seating that • comfortably seats 3 adults w/ storage space
Expendable cargo space•
Little over half the width of • mid-size automobile
Emits 0 emission into the at-• mosphere. (electric vehicle holds charge range of 85 miles on a full charge)
Provides the safety protec-• tion to the user during an accident.
Vehicle that is perfectly suited for the urban environment.
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ECO-Vschem
atic
ECO-V will have a rage of 85 miles per charge.
1. Prismatic cells 50 ah(Li-ion) 32 cells in series.• stored in platform (provides weight)•
2. Controller (24 to 72 amp v.o.p) 2 controller for each motor• located near each electric motor•
3. Electric motors 2 (E-T RT) 72 volts• rear wheel placement•
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ECO-Vfeatures
push button start button (keyless)
electric charge port
adjustable steering wheel (collapsible)
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ECO-Vfeatures
touch-screen controls
dual-sliding doors (ideal for tight spaces)
expendable seat for 3 passengers
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ECO-Vuse scenario 1
Leisure:
James needs to fit 3 adults into the vehicle and ECO-V’s • expandable seats easily accommodate 3 adults
Comfortably. (pull-out to expend)
Even with 3 adults riding inside, ECO-V provides plenty of • usable cargo space.
Dual sliding doors provide easy • entering and exiting in tight places.
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ECO-Vuse scenario 2
Utility:
James needs to pick up supplies from a hardware store • and adjustable seating provides plenty of cargo room.
Dual sliding doors provide easy • entering and exiting in tight places.
Cargo hooks that hide away into the floor and the walls to • secure the cargo.
Dual swing rear door allows for easy loading and unloading•
NEIL VINCENTI
To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
NEIL VINCENTI
design brief
To develop a new and innovative tools to simplify the daily laundry process for families and making life at home more efficient.
NEIL VINCENTI
To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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Purchase drivers: 50% brand / 50% price• Aesthetics:• yesReasons for purchasing a product:• needs base. majority will spend more money to get a better product.Product needs to be: • visually intuitive, simple to use, dependable, visually attractive. Chore responsibility:• both sexes performed laundry duties (majority of interviewee).Duration:• twice a week or all weekend. (time being the issues)
Target user:homeowner• ages: 25-35• income: $75,000 +• both work or 1 stay home• 1 or more children• not enough time for chores• life evolves around family• multi-tasking is a must• interested in product that helps ease the • chore process.both share the household chores•
target user
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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use scenario / opportunity
Collect laundry• Baskets size and ergonomics•
Sort laundry• Often times on floor •
Transport clothes from washer to dryer• Ergonomics•
Remove clothes from dryer• Awkward position•
Fold clean laundry• No designated place for laundry•
Putting laundry away•
kitty litter box
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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ideation
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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mock up
Testing internal support• Testing stretch material (outer)•
Open seam (hinge) • Insight (fully inclose w/stretch netting)•
Ergonomic (handle)• Locking handle (easy transporting)• Wider hinge allows it to stand• Narrow unit to fit tight spaces - storage•
Ergonomics• Handle dia (50%)•
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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form study
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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refinement
handle
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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concept (digital)
Venus laundry Trap
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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use scenario
1 2
3 4
COLLECT FOLD
TRANSPORT SORT
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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physical model (1/4 scale)
Venus laundry Trap
Venus laundry Trap
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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ERGO CARTdesign brief
With medical research and development increasing in West Michigan, the focus of this project will be to explore understand common medical procedure (Phlebotomy) and to develop products that will assist medical personnel in its performance.
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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ERGO CARTresearch
Phlebotomy suppliesaliquot supplies• Sharps container (Biohazard waste)• biohazard spill kit• personal protective equipment• plastic vacuum tubes, blood culture bottle• vacuum collection kits (Vacutainers)• tourniquets• gauze, alcohol wipes, iodine, bandages,•
tape.butterfly collection set w/ safety needles• syringes with safety needles, transfer• dermal puncture devices• capillary tubes, micotainers• tube racks•
US demographics (Feb. 2008)user demographic
59% females / 41% males• average age being between 18 - 49• 53 % college graduates•
environmenthospitals• blood drives• physicians offices• blood banks• commercial laboratories•
Ergonomicshandle design• wheel placement• height (size)•
Customizability (compartmentalize)supplies storage•
- able to store 1 day of supplies - storage (lockable) - Sharps container (hands free feature) - waste baskets (hands free feature)
personal item storage• modular platform (components)•
Aestheticsform study (organic, sporty, fun)•
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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ERGO CARTform
development
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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ERGO CARTrefinem
ent
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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ERGO CARTfeatures
STORAGE W/ CHARGE PAD (electronics)
LOCKABLE DRAWER
RUBBER BUMPERS(suspension)
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To design a new and innovative tools to simplifythe daily laundry process for families and makinglife at home more efficient.
design brief
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ERGO CARTfeatures
HANDS FREE SHARPS CONTAINER (sensor)
HANDS FREE TRASH BIN(sensor)
PULL-OUT STORAGE / TOTE
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med buddydesign brief
Develop an innovative product to help ease the medicine taking process for elderly users.
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med buddy
Elderly demographics:
less comfortable sharing private info• health is #1 priority• favors proper function over aesthetics• trend going toward active lifestyle• invests lot of trust in health professionals• majority take more than 1 medication• rather have home care vs hospital care• sceptics•
Age related sensory changes
VisionPresbyopia• decreased visual field• difficulty with light / dark adaptation• increased sensitivity to glare• decreased color discrimination and •
depth perception
Hearingdifficulty hearing low and high frequency•
Small and Tastedifficulty in recognizing flavors• decreased sense of smell•
Touch and Pain sensitivitydecreased pain sensitivity• decreased vibration senses• decreased sense of touch•
Age related physical ability changes
memory• physical strength• flexibility• hand eye coordination• muscle coordination•
research
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med buddy ideation
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med buddyuse scenario
1 remove from docking stationwhen time to take medication
2 turn to match release button and med chamber. (match patterns to engage release button)
3 match pattern and push release medication. (after use return to docking station)
Medication taking process
visual (each chamber glows)• sense of touch (vibration)• audio (programmable alarm)•
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internship
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Philips
19mm
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401 American Seating Ctr NWGrand Rapids, MI 49504Phone 800.748.0268www.americanseating.com
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401 American Seating Ctr NWGrand Rapids, MI 49504Phone 800.748.0268www.americanseating.com
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AMERICAN SEATING CORP.
was hired in as sustainable design intern and was re-sponsiable for designing end-of-life cycle disassembly instructions for current prod-uct line. the purpose of the project is to reach Silver level in the LEED system.
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EDWARDS & PEARSON DESIGN, LLC.
built functional chair proto-types for prospective clients.
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side proj..
‘Dezember Chair’ ( DESIGN QUEST FURNITURE DESIGN COMPETITION )The Dezember chair is a versatile option that allows for unencumbered views within a modern space via its low-profile back, which also encourages proper seating posture. A steel frame supports a bent-plywood shell laid with walnut veneer, and a handle for convenience and provides material break-up and visual accent.
Design: Kuhncenti Design - Neil Seung Myung Vincenti and Claas Kuhnen, Grand Rapids, MIMaterials: Bent-plywood with walnut veneer. Stainless flat bar 3/1x 1-1/2. 4 rubber disc washers.
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side proj..
l e a f \ ‘ l e f \- outdoor seatingAs cities become more populated, public spaces must become multifunctional. It is with this in mind that the Leaf family of prod- ucts were designed.
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l a t i t u d e \ ‘ l a - t - , t ü d \- bench systemThe Latitude bench configures in unique shapes and sizes, utilizing only five parts. By the simple addition of a longer rod and more leg and seat sections. The bench systems also provides ingenious bikerack system in a space saving configuration.
