An aspiring Industrial Designer with a strong foundation in Mechatronics Engineering, combining creative design skills with technical expertise. Adept at developing innovative, functional products by integrating mechanical, electronic, and software systems for modern, efficient solutions in various industries.
An overview of diabetes, a condition marked by high blood sugar, primarily categorized into Type 1 and Type 2, with 90% of UK cases being Type 2. Insulin, which helps in controlling blood sugar levels, both long-acting and rapid-acting, requires proper storage: open vials can stay at room temperature, while unopened vials should be refrigerated (2–8°C). Alternatives like ice packs and clay pots are useful when refrigeration isn’t available. Environmental factors like temperature, sunlight, and agitation affect insulin stability. Travelling may cause blood glucose fluctuations, higher altitudes can lower blood sugar, while hot climates increase glucose levels and dehydration risk. Thus requiring extra insulin while travelling.
In the early stages of conceptualization, initial sketches focused on a form resembling a coffee cup. However, as the design evolved, the concept shifted towards a thermos flask shape. Numerous references were explored through sketch iterations, transitioning from the coffee cup to the thermos flask design. Throughout these sketches, key constraints were considered, such as ensuring the device could accommodate 3 insulin cartridges while being compact, easy to carry, and convenient to store.
Foam modelling is ideal for low-fidelity prototyping because it makes it possible to quickly and affordably explore the shape and ergonomics of a design. It is suitable for quick changes because it is lightweight and readily formed. On the other hand, because 3D printing can create accurate, detailed models with complex geometries, it is utilized for high-fidelity prototyping. It makes the product more appropriate for the last phases of design validation by enabling the production of features essential for assessing the product’s assembly, functioning, and aesthetics. Using an Arduino Uno microcontroller, sensors like the Grove Water Level Sensor, Neo 6M (Global Positioning System Sensor), and DHT11 (Temperature and Humidity Sensor) were connected to an OLED display during the validation of components to show the output readings.
Three distinct iterations were developed, each improving upon the previous version, with principles like Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) taken into consideration. The first iteration prioritized ease of manufacturability, optimizing the design for efficient production. The second iteration focused on minimizing dimensions and reducing overall weight to enhance portability. The third iteration further refined the design, making it more compact and lightweight, ensuring it was easy to carry and store.
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