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An Overview

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With a growing interest in cycling and other soft mobility options further increased through COVID, a reinvigorated focus on improving user safety and lowering the barriers to entry to these transport methods was developed. Across the UK, most cycling accidents are caused by issues with communication and awareness, such as "misjudging others' speed". Our sleek and seamless design comes with a warning system based on the relative velocities of other users, a projected navigation system to avoid interruptions, and laser-based pothole detection and indication. These systems can be managed by an app, and customised to user needs and capabilities.

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Imperial College DESIRE (Design Engineering Selected Innovation REcognition) Award 2022

July 2022 | This prestigious award is the highest award to be achieved for project work at Dyson College, awarded to the highest achieving and best outcome project at the university.

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My role

• In individual Ideation phase in a discussion with out GTA we selected my concept to progress and develop as a result, I was a key member of the team responsible for generating and developing ideas for the product. I worked closely with the rest of the team to identify potential opportunities and to develop a concept that met the needs and wants of users.
• I was responsible for Design creating detailed designs for the product, including CAD drawings and renderings. I also developed the system design, including the placement of different components and the overall aesthetic of the product.
• I was responsible for Layout Design for the portfolio pages, taking my team's content and displaying it in a user friendly and digestible manner.
• As a result of ideation I was responsible for evaluating the feasibility and viability of the product, including assessing the technical and engineering requirements, and identifying any potential challenges or risks, including bringing the product to market.
• Prepared with feedback from my group I iterated and tested Prototypes of the product, including rapid prototyping and assembling the various components. I also conducted testing and user research with another team member to gather feedback and make any necessary adjustments to the design.
• I collaborated in the write-up and sketches of the product, making sure all the important information was included and was easy to understand.

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Overall, my role in the development of Aerial was to lead the design and engineering efforts, working closely with the rest of the team to bring the product to life. I was responsible for many aspects of the product development. Team work and project managing such as Click-up tracking of progress was crucial to delivering a finished project report on time and ultimately allowing us to refine the project to the standard of the DESIRE Award.

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Premise

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Introduction

Aerial is a revolutionary cycling product designed to improve user safety and lower barriers to entry for soft mobility options. With a growing interest in cycling and other forms of soft mobility, Aerial is designed to address the most common causes of cycling accidents, such as communication and awareness issues.

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Features

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Aerial Alert

Aerial Warning System, a warning system that alerts users of potential hazards on the road, such as approaching vehicles or closely overtaking cyclists. The system utilizes machine learning and AI to detect changes in relative velocities and provide real-time warnings to the user.

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Aerial Protect

Aerial Navigation System, a projected navigation system that provides turn-by-turn guidance without interrupting the user's focus on the road. The system utilizes machine learning and AI to adapt to the user's preferences and capabilities, and can be managed through an app.

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Aerial Guide

Aerial Pothole Detection, a laser-based pothole detection and indication system that alerts users of potential hazards on the road, such as potholes. The system utilizes machine learning and AI to detect changes in elevation and road consistency and pothole shape.

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Design

Aerial's sleek and seamless design is specifically tailored to the needs of cyclists, providing a comfortable and ergonomic experience. The product's design is also highly durable and weather-resistant, ensuring that it can withstand the rigors of daily use.

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Scalability

Aerial is designed to be scalable, with the ability to expand and adapt to different users' needs and preferences. The system can be customized to different users' needs and capabilities through the app, and can be easily integrated with other systems and devices, this makes it !!!

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User Mapping | Desirability

Aerial is designed to meet the needs and wants of users who are looking for a safe and seamless cycling experience. The system is designed to improve communication and awareness on the road, and to lower the barriers to entry to cycling and other soft mobility options.

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Feasibility | Viability

Aerial is a feasible and viable concept, with a focus on design and engineering to ensure that the system is functional and reliable. The system is powered by machine learning and AI, which allows it to adapt to different users' needs and preferences, and to detect changes in elevation and road consistency.

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Conclusion

Aerial is a sleek and seamless design that is designed to improve user safety and lower the barriers to entry to cycling and other soft mobility options. The system is powered by machine learning and AI, and can be easily integrated with other systems and devices. The Aerial warning system, navigation system and pothole detection system are all designed to meet the needs and wants of users, and to provide a safe and seamless cycling experience. The feasibility and viability of the product have been considered and it is ready for implementation.

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The following PDF is the combination of my 2 Individual and 1 Group Project inDesign pages by myself

It shows the progress start to finish of the prototype

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