Which Design

Doug Garven

Wheelchair

Monday, 4 November 2024

CR1

The CR1 is a carbon fiber wheelchair that is fully customizable to the user's individual specifications and preferences. The unique, dual-angle front end was designed to follow the lines of the user's body, allowing them to get closer to objects for improved accessibility and maneuverability in tight spaces. The aerodynamic tube profile and its orientation were designed to improve strength, user comfort in areas contacting the body and aesthetically to promote a sense of speed. The dual-purpose sideguards provide protection to the user while acting as a structural member for support.

Daniel Lim

Deployable Sensor for Disaster Area

Sunday, 3 November 2024

Tensegrity

Tensegrity sensor for disaster sites, which could be dropped from the sky (drone) to collect data for emergency response crews to examine crucial data such as gas leakage, images, and audios from survivors. Due to the risk, this deployable sensor is especially beneficial when it comes to unapproachable sites by humans. Multiple tensegrity modules stored in a basket under the drone with an automated deployment system are deployed on multiple sites nearby to the region of interest once the drone arrives at the location.

He Li, Nankai Cheng and Li Yang

Monitoring Tsunamis

Saturday, 2 November 2024

Sim One

Tens of thousands of people may perish as a result of tsunamis. Because of the way that tsunamis work, humans lack the tools necessary to detect them directly. The current tsunami warning is based on erroneous and delayed modelling results of seismic data. This system is intended to directly identify tsunamis with high warning accuracy while continuously monitoring the internal dynamics of the ocean. The offshore work vessel anchors the equipment in the open ocean and fastens it with special ropes.

Remigo Electric Outboards

Electric Outboard Motor

Friday, 1 November 2024

Remigo One

RemigoOne is the first fully integrated outboard motor in the form of a rudder. Involving boaters, sailors, and enthusiasts throughout the development process gave the team strong insights needed to redesign boating into a simple, frustration-free experience for all, including those with no nautical know-how. It is the lightest in its class, with all vital parts sealed into an IP67 watertight housing, and requires near-zero maintenance. It is also truly versatile: the same unit can propel any type of vessel up to 8m/1500kg, fits seawater, and meets regulations for use on all inland waterways.

Shuyue Feng

Interactive Mechanics and Sensors

Thursday, 31 October 2024

Mechcircuit

MechCircuit leverages the neodymium magnet's natures of magnetism and conductivity to integrate electronics and mechanical structures into prototypes. It enables non-expert users in the mechanical and electronic fields to design and create interactive prototypes achieved without using traditional mechanical parts. Rather than involving complicated operations including wiring and soldering, it applies magnetism and laser-cut slots to connect electronic components. MechCircuit is expected to be used in the product design iteration for a wide audience using the standard laser cutting technology.

Jifeng Shen，Tianhao Liu，Guanghui Huang

Navigation Cane

Wednesday, 30 October 2024

Touchnav

Touchnav is an innovative navigation aid that enables blind individuals to navigate independently, offering a heightened sense of security. Its tactile progress bar enhances users' awareness of their journey's progress, improving spatial awareness and safety. Memory point vibrations provide gentle guidance, strengthening users' connection to their environment. More than a mere tool, Touchnav is a supportive companion that boosts the confidence and safety of visually impaired users, empowering them to confidently engage with the world around them.

Design interview of the day

Special Coverage

Monday, 28 October 2024

Design interview of the day

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