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DESIGN PORTFOLIOver.08.2013

I believe that there is beauty in simplicity. With every project I takeon, I focus on finding a creative solution that e�ectively combinesfunctionality, feasibility, and aesthetic appeal. I’ve found that simpleand logical designs can harness these qualities with less material andmore e�cient manufacturing techniques. I feel that my strengths arein CAD modeling, concept rendering, modelmaking, and maintaininga clear and thoughtful concept direction throughout the design process.

Evisca salt+pepper dispenser Assembly of the Nittio floor lamp

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Nittio Energy e�cient floor lamp

Crafted Modular phone case series

Thirdlung Avalanche survival jacket

Sling Multipurpose phone case

Alivio Ergonomic classical guitar

Additional Personal + side projects


Modular phone case series

Modular phone case series

The Crafted cases began as a personal side project while working at Case-Mate,

but rapidly evolved to be the most ubiquitous platform in the company

The two-part snap case provides excellent protection for the phone and features

a modular back that can accomodate any number of materials and graphics

While managing this project, I worked with suppliers in China and the US to grant

exclusive use of several materials including wood, pearl, and gemstones

Case-Mate’s recent rebranding was centralized around the Crafted series

A. original concept renders D. webpage featureC. pearls, carbon fiber, and woods case with logo detail


D.

C.A.

B. detail of the case assembly showing snap features and interior liner

B.

Avalanche survival jacket

The design of the Thirdlung Jacket arose from thediscovery that the majority of avalanche deaths aredue to CO re-inhalation, causing su�ocation

A. comparison matrix of existing avalanche rescue technology B. sketch iterations exploring integration of technology into clothing C. concept renders with functional details


A.

2

B. C.



The jacket incorporates two systems designed to provide immediate aid to avalanche victims buried under densely packed snow

A collar-mounted breathing system uses two uni-directional valves to ensure a continuous flow of clean oxygen to the victim

Additionally, the solar-charged radio beacon transmits 2 hours of proximity-amplified radio location after only 10 minutes in the sun

The Thirdlung jacket is also a durable alpine hard shell, featuring a 2.5 layer breathable waterproof construction

A. final concept renders and feature callouts B. real-world testing of the breathing system under hard packed snow C. detail views of the fully-functional prototype jacket


A.

Collar-Mounted Facemask

Uni-directionalBreathing Valves

Crush-ResistantAir Tubes

Carbon DioxideExhalation Port

Shockproof RadioTransmitter +

Flexible Solar Cell

Clog-Proof OxygenInhalation Port

B.

C.

AlivioErgonomic classical guitar


The Alivio guitar is designed to reduce the likelihood of a classical guitar player developing debilitating injuries due to extended playing

Over 70% of professional classical guitarists have su�ered from overuse syndrome and related musculoskeletal disorders, requiring months of recovery

Alivio is ergonomically designed to relieve tension in the shoulders and back without adversely a�ecting the guitarist’s playing stance

A. concept exploration sketches and diagrams B. rapid 3D concept rendering D. quality function deployment diagramC. comparative user testing with foam prototype


A. B. D.

CF Soundboard

MahoganyNeckComposite Body

C.


A. 3D rendering details and exploded view B. process photos of carbon fiber body and soundboard construction C. final prototype details and use


B. C.

A.

Through intensive market research, I found that my target market wanted a practice guitar to be durable and unique

Alivio is modular, allowing the user to tailor specific tones with di�erent soundboards and body shapes

Carbon fiber construction makes the Alivio guitar more durable and resistant to aging e�ects, without sacrificing acoustics

NittioEnergy e�cient floor lamp

Nittio Energy e�cient floor lamp

The Nittio lamp uses two industrial fluorescent light tubes and wood veneer slats to produce enough ambient light to fill a large room

The lamp is 6 times more e�cient than a standard light bulb and produces 4 times as much omnidirectional light

Energy e�ciency also extends to the lamp’s manufacturing simplicity, flat-pack

capability, and use of reclaimed and recyclable materials

Featured in the Modern Atlanta 2011 design show

A. concept sketches and configuration renders B. aluminum frame and veneer slats detail C. functional prototype full view


I decided to create a f loor lamp that ut i l ized a modular and adjustable

shading system.

I decided to create a floor lamp that

utilized a modular and adjustable shading system.

CONCEPTS

I decided to create a f loor lamp that

ut i l ized a modular and adjustable

shading system.

CONCEPTS

I decided to create a f loor lamp that ut i l ized a modular and adjustable

shading system.

SKETCHES

My stated goal was to design a resident ial l ight that ut i l ized the extremely ef f ic ient

48” T8 f luorescent bulb.

SKETCHES

My stated goal was to design a resident ial

l ight that ut i l ized the extremely ef f ic ient

48” T8 f luorescent bulb.

CIRCUITRY

An impor tant aspect of the lamp was how the circui ts would be s i tuated, I had to plan

where to place the bal last and l ight mounts.

A. B.

C.

Multipurpose phone case

Multipurpose phone case

The concept for the Sling case originated during my junior year at Georgia Tech as a way to combine my iPod case and the contents of my wallet

The idea resurfaced at Case-Mate when we were looking to combine our popular Pop! ID and stand stand cases without sacrificing functionality

The Sling case uses low-durometer TPE bands co-molded with a rigid polycarbonate frame to protect the phone, hold a stand, and store cards, cash, and cables

A. concept exploration sketches B. prototype model and usability testing D. renders showing final form and colorsC. transparency showing co-mold details


A. B. C.

D.

Personal + side projects

Personal + side projects

A. ‘Evisca’ Salt + Pepper Millblack cherry and aluminum

B. Co�ee Machine and Kid’s Toy Camerafelt tip pen and prismacolor markers

C. GT Student Library Recycling binsmarker render; MDF, plywood, veneer

D. GT IDSA T-Shirt Designadobe illustrator

E. Split Cube Co�ee Mugfigured walnut and aluminum


A. B.

D.

E.

Rob Wilkey

Furniture-GradePlywood

HardwoodVeneer

Medium-DensityFiberboard

C.

Georgia Institute of Technology | 2007-2011Bachelors in Science of Industrial DesignGraduated May 2011 with Dean’s Honors3.40/3.62 Overall/Major GPA

Education

Best Buy | Electronics Retail | Stone Mountain, GA | Aug 2006 - Jun 2007Geek Squad In-Store TechnicianMedia Sales Representative

AV Integration Works | Audio/Visual Equipment | Tucker, GA | Jun 2008 - Aug 2009Service Assistant for Gwinnett County Public Schools

Patagonia | Outdoor Clothing Retail | Atlanta, GA | Aug 2010 - Oct 2011Sales Associate

Case-Mate | Mobile Accessories | Atlanta, GA | Oct 2011 - PresentIndustrial Designer

Experience

Software:Adobe Illustrator, PhotoshopDassault Systemes SolidWorksAutodesk AutoCAD, Sketchbook ProLuxion KeyShot

Physical:Design SketchingModelmaking & PrototypingCarbon Fiber/Fiberglass MoldingMetalworking & Welding

Laser Cutting

SLA/SLS/FDM 3D PrintingWoodworking

Expertise

c : 678.313 .9953 | robdwi lkey@gmai l .com

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