Dino Simatos
Hi, I'm Dino! I was 10 years old when I first heard about industrial design through my cousin. When I asked about it, I was told ''you can design anything''. Having always sketched and imagined concepts in my head, it was at that moment I knew I wanted to follow in her footsteps. What inspires me about industrial design is how much it has, and continues to, change the way I look at things in design and in life.
The Four Essential Pillars for Design Excellence
The four essential pillars encompass human-centric design approach and the understanding of full-bodied, three dimensional physical interaction of user, product and environment. The projects generate innovative solutions using research-driven, evidence-based designs which focus on the user experience.
Enhancement of Human Lifestyle
XY aims to enhance the overall performance of automotive mechanics
by ''uncluttering'' their workspace and reducing their mental workload, which in turn benefits both business and customers.
Human-Interaction & User-Centric Design
The mechanic is the one who will dictate the environment and not the other way around.
As such the user has everything within reach around them, therefore reducing the time spent locating parts.
Ergonomics & Human Factors Design
The tray was designed taking into consideration the space needed for the user to have easy access to the front compartment of the automobile.
In addition, in order to address all percentiles, and guarantee a smooth workflow, the tray's height and depth can be manually adjusted with a click of a button.
Sustainability & Social Responsibility
Recycled carbon fiber is already on the rise, with many automotive industries gradually transitioning into it.
The proposed design contains core areas where compression molding could be used, such as the trays and the lift pillar shell parts. This would offer cost-effectiveness, durability, and a whole new aesthetic of what sustainability means to the automotive industry. An industry in dire need of sustainability initiatives since they are responsible for a large part of carbon emissions.
XY - Automobile Rebuild Unit
Project Summary
The complexity of tasks for automotive rebuild/repair mechanics differs drastically from that of dealership mechanics. Dealership mechanics prefer complete replacements rather than rebuilding/repairing areas of the automobile. Large mechanical repairs such as an engine rebuild often require days, if not weeks, depending on the proficiency of the mechanic. Handling of multiple projects at the same time creates spatial and mental clutter. This increases the likelihood of mistakes and results in the consequent repeat of tasks, which can delay service. This not only affects the employee but indirectly affects society. Vehicle owners are waiting longer for their cars and trucks to be repaired and can be expected to pay more for those repairs if this continues. Improving the overall workflow of the technician can result in a domino effect, which will increase productivity and ultimately improve the lives of all vehicle owners.
Thesis Summary Motion Presentation
The following video summarizes the pain points the automotive repair/rebuild mechanics face. The solution to these challenges is presented through a 3D animated series of steps.
Thesis Visual Presentation
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Thesis Development Process
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3D Design Development & Modeling
CAD Modeling Video
The following video is a summary of the CAD modeling, completed using Solidworks and finally rendered in Keyshot.
Physical Model Video
This video showcases the fabrication of the model, from 3D printed SLA to a fully finished and assembled piece. The chosen scale for the model was 1:18.
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