Design Unit 2 by Cheri Zhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers en-us 2019-01-09 03:42:10 UTC 2023-07-26 15:05:08 UTC hello@padlet.com CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/318636417 Design product: We've definitely all been on a long plane ride and felt disgusting and just wanted to wash our faces or brush our teeth. This problem especially affects those who like my dad, travel on business trips regularly and only bring a carry on and stays for over a week so needs easy to bring toiletries for the hotel. My product is like the Swiss army knife of travel and can be used to solve this problem. It is an all in one multifunctional travel toiletry kit that combines different kinds of travel bottles and mini travel kits (such as toothbrush kits, all in one small bottles that can hold different liquid products, cleansing wipes, solid cleansers and more) all into one small portable set. ]]> 2019-01-09 03:44:18 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/318636417 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/321072706 product 1]]> 2019-01-16 03:04:43 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/321072706 Process research CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/321994089 Topic
"manufacturing"
Question
How does the 3D printer work to print 3D items at a relatively fast rate?
Possible sources
(1) Primary source (observing the 3D printer and asking Mr.Mac.
(2) Secondary source

Walker, Andrew. “3D Printing for Dummies: How Do 3D Printers Work?” The Independent, Independent Digital News and Media, 21 June 2013, www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/features/3d-printing-for-dummies-how-do-3d-printers-work-8668937.html.
Source
1) Primary  (Qualitative)
(2) Secondary  (Qualitative)


]]> 2019-01-18 04:15:49 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/321994089 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/321996404 Topic
"Client"
Question
What are the items (toiletries or items that are usually in travel kits) that the client uses the most while traveling?
Possible Sources
(1)Primary: interview with client
(see A1 for interview evidence and answers)
(2)secondary: websites about travel sets and what are the most common items in the sets.
https://www.travelandleisure.com/style/shopping/best-selling-travel-products-on-amazon
Sources
(1) primary source (Qualitative)
(2) Secondary source (Quantitative)

]]> 2019-01-18 04:37:13 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/321996404 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/321997954 Topic
"Manufacture"
Question
What are some travel products that are multifunctional (such as travel hoodies etc.) and what methods does the product use to contain so many functions (eg. foldable pen in zipper, passport pocket in jacket)?

Possible sources
(1) Primary source of someone who owns an item like this.
Mr.Shipely (maybe) 
(2) Secondary source 

]]> 2019-01-18 04:54:59 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/321997954 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/323299456 Product 2]]> 2019-01-23 03:38:39 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/323299456 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/323301276 product 3
(photo credit: Chelsea Liu)]]> 2019-01-23 03:52:09 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/323301276 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/324228148 Topic
"Size"
Question
What are the common sizes for business carry on luggage?
Possible sources
(1) Primary source
Ask business travelers like client
(2) Secondary source
https://www.realmenrealstyle.com/luggage-types-business-travel/

Source
(1) Primary (quantitative)
(2) Secondary (quantitative) 


]]> 2019-01-25 04:40:03 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/324228148 Interview with client CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/324228192 I conducted a interview with my client to learn more about my client's needs and how the product may benefit him.

Questions 
  1. How often do you travel for business trips and how much luggage can you bring? 
  2. Do you often need to find travel sized products to pack for your trips? Do these products become unorganized? 
  3. Would a product that combines many travel sets into one functional and space saving set benefit you while travelling for business trips?
  4.  What kind of look would you like for the product? (eg. simple, patterned, colorful) 
  5.  What are some functions or items that you would want on the product? (eg. travel toothbrush, extendable hair brush, eye cream jar, shampoo bottle etc.) 
  6. Any suggestions or additional comments? 
Picture of interview: 
]]> 2019-01-25 04:40:30 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/324228192 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/324544225 updated final design brief ]]> 2019-01-26 04:17:29 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/324544225 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/325218975 Topic
"Client/manufacture"
Question
What are the most popular styles of travel sets used by business travelers and the client specifically?
Possible sources
(1) Primary source
Interview with client (see A1 for evidence)
(2) Secondary source
https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-finds/2018/06/01/9-stylish-dopp-kits-or-toiletry-bags-for-every-mans-travel-arsenal/#32b5454f77e7


Source
(1) Primary (qualitative)
(2) Secondary (qualitative) 

]]> 2019-01-29 02:14:40 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/325218975 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/325219909 Topic
"Material"
Question
What are the common materials used in travel sets that are both durable and compatible to the target audience?
Possible sources
(1) Secondary source
http://www.bforbag.com/best-luggage-material.html

Source
(1) Primary (qualitative)
(2) Secondary (qualitative) 

]]> 2019-01-29 02:20:09 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/325219909 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/325220336 Topic
"Manufacture"
Question
What are some common and efficient ways to create 3D rapid prototypes?
Possible sources
(1) Primary source
SSIS Material design teachers
(2) Secondary source
https://www.starrapid.com/blog/top-7-methods-for-making-3d-rapid-prototypes/
Source
(1) Primary (qualitative)
(2) Secondary (qualitative) 

]]> 2019-01-29 02:22:48 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/325220336 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/333020915 1.1-The product should be smaller than the client's carry on case (400 x 300 x 100 mm) to allow him to carry it on the plane. 

1.2The containers in the product must also be removable as they have to be placed in a 1 quart zip lock bag for security check requested by my client's usual airline, or the whole product can fit in a bag of that size. 

1.3 The product must include items that the client specifically requests if possible (razor, shaving gel and hair brush)

1.4 The product must include containers that do not exceed the liquid and gel limit of my client's usual airline -100 ml / 100 g (3.4 oz.).

1.5 To fit my clients needs, after interviewing him, the aesthetic of the product should be simple such as a single colored container or with only simple patterns like lines. 

1.6 The material of the product should be waterproof or semi-waterproof so that my client can use it in the bathroom without worrying about it getting wet. 

1.7 The container should have many compartments (5 or more) of any shape or form to allow my client to have an organized container to find things easier. 

1.8 The material for the product should also be stable and hard such as bamboo or plastic which will make sure that even through travelling and constant use my product will be intact. ]]> 2019-02-20 02:57:26 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/333020915 Initial ideas CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/333028747 2019-02-20 03:38:16 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/333028747 Developed ideas CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/333028762 Design #1]]> 2019-02-20 03:38:21 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/333028762 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/336739158 Design #1]]> 2019-03-01 04:56:35 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/336739158 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/336739243 Design #2]]> 2019-03-01 04:57:29 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/336739243 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/336739339 Design #2]]> 2019-03-01 04:58:48 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/336739339 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/336739389 Design #2]]> 2019-03-01 04:59:13 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/336739389 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/338220524 Design #3 is the chosen design for this project. It is a travel toiletry container with two main compartments: a large one that has 5 compressible tunnel shaped storage space that holds foldable toothbrushes, toothpaste, a razor etc, which meets the specification point of 1.3 (having items that my client specifically requested: toothbrush, razor-if possible). Specification 1.4 states that the travel bottles that would go with the main storage should be less than 100ml which is the requirements for my client’s airline, the second compartment attaches onto the main one and has travel bottles and tubes that are under 100ml.  Since the travel bottles are removable, specification point 1.2 would be met, which allows my client to put the individual liquid bottles into a ziplock bag if requested by security check and would make the process easier for him. The main structure would be made out of HDPE plastic and the compressible tunnels would be made out of rubber. These materials makes the product waterproof which the 3 other designs aren’t. Having a waterproof container would benefit my client a lot as toiletries are meant to be used in the bathroom which might make his container wet and this would meet specification 1.6 of having a waterproof container.  The size of the product will be 70mm x 700mm x 200mm which meets the specification of 1.1 which is that the product should be smaller then my client’s carry on case of (L:500 x W:150 x H 400 mm) which enables him to carry it onto the plane. The color of the container will be a dark grey and it would not have any patterns which meets my specification point of 1.5, that my client would like a simple preferably single colored container. My design also meets specification point 1.7, of having 5 or more compartments, my design has 6 ( 5 tunnels, 1 storage compartment ) which helps him stay organized with toiletries even when travelling. Since this particular design meets the specifications and my client’s specific needs and requests it is chosen to be the final design. ]]> 2019-03-06 03:00:17 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/338220524 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/344074491 2019-03-22 04:08:36 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/344074491 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/350203257 2019-04-10 02:52:53 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/350203257 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/350206825 2019-04-10 03:13:39 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/350206825 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/350206894 2019-04-10 03:14:11 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/350206894 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/350206968 The particular design was chosen as it fits really well with a human hand. The straight knife handle has dents that mimic the spots where a person will  place their hands while using the knife to let others have a more conformable and stable grip while cutting. 

Ergonomics wise the knife is very effective as the dents with the shape of human fingers let the user cut comfortably while resting their fingers in the dents and stably as they now have a grip to hold. However, length wise the knife just fits the size of my hand which is too small for the average human adult and this may cause them to grip the blade and cut themselves easily. Also, the finger grips could be placed in more carefully planned out areas as it although does function properly, they are too tight and spaced differently from the average human hand, making gripping harder than intended. 
]]> 2019-04-10 03:14:44 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/350206968 Drilling CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/361059226 I used a drill with a very small drill bit to create four holes that are about 1.5 cm wide on the surface of the foam circle. This was to create storage compartments on the product meant for toothbrushes and other longer items.  I had to be very careful as the foam could break very easily. ]]> 2019-05-17 04:29:15 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/361059226 Filling CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/361059235 I used two types of materials for filling. A rasp for rougher filing to shave down the foam block when a lot of excess foam is still present. After that was completed I used sand paper to further smoothen the sides at a smaller scale. This is the first time apart from the knife task that I shaved foam block so I had to be very careful to not rip the foam apart. Later, I used a round rasp to shave down the excess foam inside the tunnels. ]]> 2019-05-17 04:29:19 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/361059235 Using a bandsaw CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/361059295 I used a bandsaw to roughly cut out the excess foam on the foam block to create my first prototype. I then went in and used a cutting knife to cut the shape out more precisely. ]]> 2019-05-17 04:29:44 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/361059295 Foam block prototype CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/361060885 2019-05-17 04:46:07 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/361060885 Testing method 1: practicality CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362390024 To test the practicality of the compartments and how well it fits the intended items.

1.
a) I will be taking items that are meant to be placed in each compartment and test to see if they will fit, if it can fit enough and how well it fits.

eg.  I will a) test if a toothbrush could fit in the small hole compartment b) test how many bottles would fit in the base compartment. ]]> 2019-05-22 02:54:58 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362390024 Testing method 2: Client test CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362390154 Client test- Since my product is made specially for my dad, the client, with a specific need that will solve a problem based on his needs 
I will interview him regarding these questions:
1.Does the aesthetics of the product match your requirements? 
2.Does the product function to your requirement for storing the toiletries you use while going on business trips?

3.Does the size of the product match your needs and will efficiently store your items in your travel case without being too bulky?

4.Would you bring this product with you on business trips to effectively store your toiletries?

5.Does the specific compartments fit/match with the products you usually bring?]]> 2019-05-22 02:55:52 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362390154 Test results CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362400234 Client test

1.Does the aesthetics of the product match your requirements? 

Yes, though the product has not been painted it still is one simple color which is what I wanted it to be. 

2.Does the product function to your requirement for storing the toiletries you use while going on business trips?

Yes mostly, the bottom compartment if done to scale (as it is the "fake product") would be perfect for putting my hair item in. But only concern is toothbrush part might be loose and no toothpaste place. 

3.Does the size of the product match your needs and will efficiently store your items in your travel case without being too bulky?

Yes, size right now is good, will fit in travel bag also perfect size for holding. 

4.Would you bring this product with you on business trips to effectively store your toiletries?

Yes, everything will be put in one easy place and can carry on with right requirement 100ml  to plane. 

5.Does the specific compartments fit/match with the products you usually bring?

Yes, the toothbrush and hair gel part I told about is on product. But maybe if other long item placing area is included, maybe like small hair brush, it will be better.]]> 2019-05-22 03:52:15 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362400234 Time management improvements CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362400308 Since I was waiting in line for the 3D printer and the 3D printer had some malfunctions I ended up finishing my product very late. In the middle, I started a foam block prototype incase I wasn't able to print my product. However, I started that too late which left me with little time to finish it. Therefore, next time I should have a clear backup plan incase my original plan cannot be implemented so that I will save a lot of time and unnecessary effort. ]]> 2019-05-22 03:52:41 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362400308 improvements based on testing methods CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362400316 Firstly, based on my client test, a possible improvement that I can make to my prototype is to incorporate a larger variety of compartments to make it even more convenient such as a small hair brush holder so that my product would be anticipated more than a simple makeup bag to store toiletries. ]]> 2019-05-22 03:52:43 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362400316 Specs evaluation CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362403620 2019-05-22 04:12:46 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362403620 "Flight" test CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362408480 1)I will place all the items intended for each compartment inside the prototype and fit all separate sections together.

2)Then I will place my prototype on a low surface (a low chair)

3) and gently roll it off to see if the contents inside or the compartments itself will fall apart.
 
This will help see how the prototype would hold during flights which are not always stable.

I will repeat this 3x

]]> 2019-05-22 04:41:37 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362408480 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362860264 I mostly achieved my design goal as I created a functional, mostly innovative and sleek product that suited my client's needs and solves the problem of feeling uncomfortable on a plane and storing small toiletries for carry on being a hassle both security wise and space wise. Overall, my product would decrease my client's hassle while carrying on small toiletries in the plane or at the hotel for regular business trips. As suggested by my client test, this was due to the many tailored compartments to my client's usual travel products as I understood his needs well (a fitted toothbrush compartment, another for shaving and finally a larger detachable compartment for small bottles). However, to fully achieve my design goal I would need to incorporate even more innovative compartments inside my design (such as tablet face wash) for my client to have an ever better flight and hotel experience.  ]]> 2019-05-23 09:59:22 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362860264 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362860305 My product would not have a substantial impact on my target audience compared to my client (business travelers) as my product is mostly tailored to my clients needs. However, the general toiletries that most business travelers could carry (common items) would fit inside my product. Also, based on the "flight" test, the toothbrush compartment is not extremely sturdy at holding the toothbrush in and with improvement it can serve its purpose better such as adding a convex section on the end to fit the toothbrush on.    

Specifically, my client added that if the effectiveness of the toothbrush compartment is improved and more of them are added for other long items such as a small hairbrush compartment, it would almost completely suit his needs and will be even more effective at solving the problem of uncomfortable plane rides and hassles while packing toiletries. ]]> 2019-05-23 09:59:36 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362860305 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362863444 A change I made with the design and a step in the plan was to create larger connecting joints instead of two dowel joints. This is because the dowel joints would be rather small and could break off easily. This change improved my product a lot as my product is now held together a lot sturdier and can withstand the conditions while being in a plane (luggage handling, turbulence)

]]> 2019-05-23 10:15:27 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362863444 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362863640 Another change I made was to not include compressible compartments for storing toothbrushes or razors as since my product is currently a prototype, I wasn't able to incorporate such a complicated design. Therefore, I made "tubes" inside the top container to mimic the function of the compressible compartments but just less convenient. ]]> 2019-05-23 10:16:25 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/362863640 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/364818785 2019-05-31 04:10:00 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/364818785 CheriZhang https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/364823258 2019-05-31 04:49:26 UTC https://padlet.com/CheriZhang/assistingothers/wish/364823258