Proposal for 505 Class

 

I have in mind 3 proposals for my senior project:

Design Within Reach Project, Dr. June Fisher. (Health and Well-being Service System Designs/Furniture Systems/Space Planning)

Problem: Dr. Fisher is an older adult who increasingly finds that items in her upper

kitchen and closet shelves are now out of her reach. Currently available step stool

solutions do not meet her needs: some are too tall; others have a stepping area that is too small, and most do not have handholds to provide needed balance and stability during reaching. Finally, many step stools are heavy and bulky, making them difficult to

move and position.

 

Purpose: to create a specialized step stool for older adults like Dr. Fisher, addressing their challenges of reaching high shelves. The step stool will have an adjustable height, secure stepping area, and handholds for stability. It aims to be lightweight and easy to move while improving independence and convenience for users.

 

 

2.      Deep Tissue Massager (Health and Well-being Service System Designs)

Problem Statement: The existing challenge revolves around developing an advanced deep tissue massager device that effectively targets and alleviates muscle tension and discomfort. Current massage solutions often lack the ability to penetrate deeply into muscle layers, resulting in limited relief for individuals suffering from chronic muscle pain, post-exercise soreness, or muscular injuries. Traditional massagers, such as handheld devices or manual techniques, frequently fall short in providing the necessary depth and intensity required to release tension and promote muscle recovery.

 

Purpose: to create an innovative deep tissue massager device that combines advanced motorized technology with ergonomic design, offering a comprehensive solution for deep muscle therapy. This device should be capable of delivering high-frequency vibrations or percussive motions that penetrate through superficial layers and reach deep muscle tissues. The solution should be versatile enough to cater to various muscle groups across the body, adapting to different levels of pressure and comfort preferences.

 

3.       Stopwatch, Time Data Collector (Information Design/Exhibits/Displays/Packaging Systems. Instructional Technology & Development)

Problem Statement: The challenge at hand is to develop a clock stopwatch tailored to meet the unique needs of designers, allowing them to accurately and efficiently track the time spent on individual projects while seamlessly managing multiple projects simultaneously. Current time-tracking solutions often lack the specificity required by designers, failing to provide a user-friendly and comprehensive platform for collecting precise project data. Designers require a tool that not only records their working hours but also seamlessly integrates with their creative workflow, enhancing productivity and facilitating data-driven decision-making.

 

 Purpose: to design an innovative clock stopwatch that caters to the dynamic nature of design projects. This stopwatch should feature customizable project profiles, enabling designers to easily switch between different projects and allocate their working hours accurately. The solution should be equipped with intuitive interfaces, allowing designers to initiate and pause timers effortlessly, and it should automatically capture relevant metadata such as project names, dates, and project-specific notes.

After going through the justification, introduction, researching about the users and the beneficiaries, what to take in consideration and what kind of environments does each fit in...

I decided to go with the deep tissue proposal since I considered myself as an athlete and I have been through pain/injury relief and in my jiu jitsu community, I have connection with other people that have this problem and also go through experts for help. 

This is also a problem that I would like to learn more about.