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Sandra Moros

Sandra Moros

2020

My passions for creating for others, and the fusion between what is conceptual and physical are what drew me to design. The balance between art and science, form and function, abstract and critical thinking, left and right brain is where I believe Industrial Design and all of design lie.

I wanted to focus my thesis on the person who led me to discovering this program and Industrial Design in the first place, my brother Santiago Moros. Discovering a way to help better improve the workstation, or create one that would best suit his needs as a PLC Programmer and Systems Integrator within the automotive, automation field.

This thesis aims to focus on creating a more function driven solution, with its focus on mechanics and multiple configurations. Yet, form, art, abstract, and my left brain where used in order to add more human design to a utility driven concept.

I aim to show a balance and the possibility between a very low end price point product, and a high end motorized solution. My focus is to inspire those within this field to discover how design solutions have the potential to improve the life a function driven user and their environment.

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Mobile Workstation for PLC Programmers (& Systems Integrators)

This thesis explores and aims to achieve a design solution which improves the accessibility, comfort, workflow, efficiency, convenience and ergonomics of a Program Logistics Controller (PLC) Programmer and Systems Integrator. Current ergonomic limitations that exist involve; physical positioning in which users interact with their equipment, transportive means of their equipment and themselves, and workspaces that consider both modularity and ergonomics. The design solution will focus on reducing the effects (such as; awkward positioning, strains, soreness, load bearing, and discomfort) that current limitations present.

This proposal will focus predominantly on user observations, interviews, and surveys from those involved and affected by the PLC programming and automation industry. In order to evaluate and analyze ergonomics, human factors, and full-bodied design, a scaled and modelled design solution will be created. The outcome, is to help establish and propose new ergonomic and efficient solutions for current and future PLC programmers/Systems Integrators, mechatronic workers and technicians. Designing a modular workstation or device with human ergonomic considerations that could help improve and elevate existing solutions, and hopefully create and inspire new ones.

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Thesis Summary Video Award Submission

A summary of my thesis IAGO. This video explains what a PLC is, who the users are, research, findings, and showcases the final design solution.

IAGO - 3D CAD ANIMATION

CAD Animation

This video showcases the mechanical aspects of my thesis in a 3D SolidWorks animation using Visualize. It was then edited on Adobe Premier Pro.

IAGO - Physical Model

Physical Model

This video showcases my 3D-printed and fabricated finished model in 1/5th Scale that I created. Feel free to check out my report for the process!

Meeting the Four Thesis Pillars for Design Excellence

Enhancement of Human Lifestyle

IAGO is a tool that helps industrial programmers execute on-site and time sensitive programming within industrial settings that require highly mobile workstations.

Human-Interaction Design

The IAGO design allows for the user to sit, stand and mobilize the work station comfortably. These touchpoints focus on working with the user’s workflow.

Human Factors and Ergonomics

Considerations with the correct ergonomic measurements according to Henry Dreyfuss were used and adjusted to best suit the users’ needs and comfort.

Sustainability

Sustainable considerations within material choice, and the overall life cycle of these materials were considered to create IAGO.

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Ergonomics and Safety in Last Mile Vehicles

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Improving Sleep Quality for Insomniacs

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Improving Sleep Quality for Insomniacs

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Metropolitan Parcel Distribution

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Metropolitan Parcel Distribution

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Accessibility in River Rapid Rides

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Accessibility in River Rapid Rides

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Improving Comfort for Female Trekkers

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Improving Comfort for Female Trekkers

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SAGO - Portable Tree Delimber

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SAGO - Portable Tree Delimber

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Mobility Aid for Lower-Limb Amputees

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Mobility Aid for Lower-Limb Amputees

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Light Therapy for Gestational Hypertension

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Light Therapy for Gestational Hypertension

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Alleviating Firefighter Heat Stress

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Alleviating Firefighter Heat Stress

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Mobile Workstation for PLC Programmers

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Mobile Workstation for PLC Programmers

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Improving Training for Young Ski Racers

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Improving Training for Young Ski Racers

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Human-Centric Environment for SAT Diving

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Human-Centric Environment for SAT Diving

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Efficient Training for Professional Pitchers

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Efficient Training for Professional Pitchers

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Mitigating Occupational Hazards in Mining

Sean Platek

Mitigating Occupational Hazards in Mining

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RAY: Retrieval Assistance for Overboard Incidents

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RAY: Retrieval Assistance for Overboard Incidents

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Modular Recreational Fishing Platform

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Modular Recreational Fishing Platform

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Amphibious Arctic Research Station

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Amphibious Arctic Research Station

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Raizex in Use

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Raizex in Use

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