Design Challenge - Charging Station
This design challenge provided me with the opportunity to work in teams of two and create a solution to a chosen problem. This design challenge gave me the opportunity to apply all of my IED skills and knowledge. We will utilize all steps of a design process to find a solution that meets specific design requirements.
Smart Watch/Phone/Tablet Docking Station Organizer Design Brief
Client: Desktop Smart Works
Designer: MARTINEZ
Problem Statement: The student/teacher does not have sufficient or has cluttered space at home to charge all smart devices and store other personal items (glasses, ring, wallet, keys, etc)
Design Statement: Design a smart watch/tablet docking station that can charge all smart devices and keep space uncluttered.
Constraints:
Designer: MARTINEZ
Problem Statement: The student/teacher does not have sufficient or has cluttered space at home to charge all smart devices and store other personal items (glasses, ring, wallet, keys, etc)
Design Statement: Design a smart watch/tablet docking station that can charge all smart devices and keep space uncluttered.
Constraints:
- (Optional Build) The design must be ready for manufacturing by May 25th 2017
- The design dimensions is custom to the client needs
- The design must be able to dock and remove the devices with ease
- A minimalist design, all charging wires are hidden
- Must have a minimum of five different parts once assembled.
- Must hold other personal items (two items)
Gantt Chart
Design Process
Identify the Problem
Smart device wire clutter is an inconvenience and slows down productivity.
Generate Concepts
My client needs a charging station that can hold up to five phones, be visible, and portable. The following images are some of the ideas I found during my research. We generated many ideas by looking at prior solutions, brainstorming new ideas, and rough sketching. Prior solutions & research - Google image, "Search" site:Kickstarter.com, "Search" site:Etsy.com, and "Search" site:Indiegogo.com. Search options "Phone charging station", "Smart device charging station", and "DIY phone charging station".
Brainstorming Ideas
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