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SUJIN KIM + [email protected]
The HueChair Design for Battery Park
Group ProjectSujin Kim
Katie DunneAshley So
One of the oldest public open space (Historical and memorials)Over 3 million visitors pass through its walls annually
Battery Park Iconic Moveable Outdoor Chair
stackable moveable
suitable for a range of activities (eating, lounging, sitting)
suitable for people of different ages, sizes, and abilitiesbeautiful, comfortable, durable, and economical to manufacture
Goal of the project
Market ResearchStandard Dimension
39”
19” 20”
18.5”
Human sensibility and ergonomicsBe easily stackedEasy to move around
CONCLUSION
ERGONOMICS
UNIQUE
LIGHT
STACKABLE
HUE
Final Design
RFID
SOLARPANEL
LED LIGHT
QR CODE37”
18”17”
19”
3”Dimension of Chair
Description
The Hue chair has a design of human sensibility and ergonomics. With multiple shades of color, and built in LED lights, this chair is unique in its design. The chair consists of multiple panels linked together by two rods that consist of the LED lights, solar panels, and RFID. When exposed to enough sunlight during the day, the LED lights will emit light at night. This will create a beautiful light display in the park at night.
The vertical, parallel panels of The Hue chair allow for weather conditions such as rain to easily roll off of the seat. The panels also allow the chair to be easily stacked by simply placing each chair in between each panel space. The two circular rods that run through The Hue chair panels enable multiple stacks of chairs to be secured together front and back.
The Hue chair is made of the recyclable plastic, Polyurethane. Polyurethane is a unique material that offers the elasticity of rubber combined with the tough-ness and durability. The great advantage of using Polyurethane is that it can be easily recycled if The Hue chair experiences any kind of damage.
The process of making the Hue chair consists of producing a fine powder from recycled consumer parts mixed with virgin materials to create the new Hue chair form that will be injection molded.
LIFESmart phone for the elderly
Group ProjectSujin Kim
Mei Keen MakHanju Tsai
- We(US) change a new phone every 18 months - Elderly keep phone longer; change’s difficult- 90% of cell phone are throw away; only 10% recycled - 100 million cell phones obsolete every year (upgrades, damage)- Average US user owns 3 or more cell phones - Up to 75% of obsolete phones are stockpiled in drawers; the battery and the charger
Problem Summary Life of Cell Phone
- Average US user owns 3 or more cell phones
Seniors and Retirees (65 years old and above)With living family membersHyperopic (farsighted)Hard of hearing
WHAT DO THEY USE THE PHONE FOR?Make Calls, Messaging, Alarm Clock, Check Email, Surf internet, Take photos
WHAT THEY WISH TO HAVE ON PHONE?Loud Ring Tone, Large Font Size, Easy To Use/ Learn, Less Functions, Less Bulky, Less Expensive
WHY DON’T THEY CHANGE PHONE OFTEN?Too hard to learn, Prefer repair over buying new oneDo not want to spend money
TARGET USERS
HOW OFTEN DO YOU CHANGE YOUR CELL PHONE?Changes only when the phone is brokenWhen her children passes their old phones When childern buy new ones for them
Target UserInterviews with elderly
Market ResearchExisting Phone & Conclusion
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INTERVIEWS
Samsung Haven $ 99Battery, LCD color display, GPS, calendar, Bluetooth, phone book, health and medical Apps
Sunking S58 $ 99
Extra large keys; speed dialing; handsfree; speakerphone; vibration alarm; flashlight; digital time announcer; SOS
Large screen display; extra large keypad; alarm clock; calendar; antena-less FM radio; music player; camera; LED flashlight
Doro Handle 330gsm $95 Clarity Life C900™ $$
Amplifies incoming sound; Extra large buttons. Pre-programmable button for emergencies;
Easy to speak, hear and be heard; Large keys; one-touch access to emergency numbers; voicemail; Reminder alarms.
Just5 J509 $88.99
FM radio, LED flashlight, SOS button, 100 minutes talk time, 6 days standby battery timing, amplified sound quality
Jitterbug J $97
Bluetooth, FM radio, Touch screen, Dual sim card, Loud speaker, Camera, CalenderAlam, Calulator, Electronic torch
iNo Mobile CP10 $39.99
iNo Mobile F 22 $42.90
Easy to use: calling and text messaging. Big buttons; Large characters; vibrating ringer to alert you of incoming calls
OLD FASHION DESIGN
Large Buttons Small Screen
User InterfaceDimension
12 : 00Tue, Jan. 1, 2013
OK
Abbie+1 (217) 123-1234
Amy+1 (217) 234-5678
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4.75”
2.5” 0.5”
0.25”
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12 : 00
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Mini USB camera LED flashlight keychain External speaker
After Life (The modular internal components)
Description
The Life Phone has all the features of a typical cell phone designed for the elderly, but with a modern twist; it’s also designed to be eco-friendly. The Life Phone uses an Organic LED (OLED) screen, and recycled PET for its keypad (also replaceable).
The most important feature of the Life Phone is its modular internal components. The internal components are designed to be modular so that they can be easily replaced if any one part spoils, instead of having to replace the entire phone. Should the user be younger or more tech- savvy, he can also choose to upgrade parts of the phone like the flash memory or the camera to better suit their needs. The unwanted parts can then be shipped back to the manufacturer to be properly recycled or disposed of. This will significantly increase the lifespan of the phone as the user would not have to discard the entire phone due to one damaged or outdated component.
The modular internal components are also essential to the afterlife of the phone. When the user eventually decides to move on from this phone, any of the parts that are still working can be taken out to be used on their own, independent from the phone, thus extending the effective lifespan of the unit.
KOOLMini Fridge
Fruits stored at room temperature spoils easily; attracts fruit flies.Problem Statement
Individual ProjectSujin Kim
OPPORTUNITIES
Cool air : fresher & sweeterVacuum : prolong fruit lifeUV-C light for bacteria
Dimchae (kimchi refrigerator)Vacuum sealed containerSmall fridge container
Less expensiveEasy to store the fruitsEasy to see the fruitsEasy to moveLight weight
TREATS
WEAKNESSESSTRENGTHS
Fruits spoils easily Bacteria multiply Fruit flies lay on fruits easilyLess sweetLess fresh
S.W.O.T
General Fruit basket(open counter basket)
Concept Development&
? !Existing Products
Spoil easilyHard to seeTake too much space
Easy to seeRefrigerated Placed in a counter
Problem with existing products New Product
Concept Development
S.W.O.T
Final DesignInspiration Sketch & Mock-up Model
KOOL is a mini-fridge that prevents fruit spoil. By using vacuum sealer and cooler, KOOL keeps the fruit to last longer. Moreover, this portable device can be placed in where she or he can easily see on a kitchen counter.
Inspired by Tulip
Mock-up Model
Air cooling system
Transparent cover
Basket (Stainless steel) Holes for drain
Cooling ButtonVacuum Button
Detail
QUOAA Diagonal-load Washer
Senior ThesisSujin Kim
A Brand New Washer Design
Problem Discovery & Concept
Front-Washer Top-Washer
normalwrinkle control
bedding
allergen
delicate
clean washer
soak
rinse/drainand spin
small load
whites
heavy duty cotton
synthetics
denim
beddinghand wash
wool
baby care
outdoor care
dark garment
Easy to see the bottom, Easier to load clothes Diagonal-Load
DESIGN CONCEPT
Complicated buttons/controller (UI COMPLEX)
Bending over to load clothes Hard to see the bottom and to get clothes out of the bottom
Problem Discovery
Process ModelingMOCK-UP MODEL DIMENSION
Height: 40 inLength: 28 inWide: 26 in
CAPACITY3.8 cubic ft.
Height: 164cm
Height: 157cm
Initial DesignInitial design improved the problems that front and top load have. But, the model indicates another problems. Around shape causes spacing problem, and it does not have a storage place for detergent.
Final DesignThe final diagonal-load washer improved the problems that front and top load have. ‘QUOA’ provides ergonomic posture and makes it easier to load clothes. Also you can easily see the bottom of the inside of ‘QUOA.’
USER INTERFACE
START
DETERGENT
WASHER
LOADINGTIMER
TEMR SIZE TYPECOLOR
MENU
WASH RINSE SPIN
ON PROGRESS
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
simple process
TEMR
SIZE
TYPE
COLOR
TIMERHOTWARMCOLD
TEMR
SIZE
TYPE
COLOR
TIMERSMALL MEDIUM LARGE
TEMR
SIZE
TYPE
COLOR TIMERWHITE COLOR DARK
UI DETAIL
User Interface
TYPE
SIZE
COLOR
TIMER
TEMR
DELICATE NORMAL COTTON HAND WASH
TEMR
SIZE
TYPE
COLORTIMER