Background
" New normal during pandemic "
Due to the impact of the pandemic , outdoor activities have been greatly reduced, sport industries are also facing a transformation. Under the long-term risk of infection, home exercise has relatively become a new trend in the post-epidemic era. By increasing the amount of exercise at home, we could improve our immunity, reduce the risk of infection and maintain a good posture.
Population analysis Target
After finding the issue, analyzing the vehicle type generated from the key point , and think about the uniqueness, highlights and commercial value in market.
Take running as an example, home-exerciser has increased obviously in the past 2 years.
The usage rate of public transportation in urban area are has decreased in past 2 years due to the pandemic.
The vehicle is designed for urban commuters and sport enthusiast.
Concept
Combining an e-scooter with aerobic & anaerobic fitness equipment.
Story board
Anticipate the situation that users might encounter in daily lives , get more specific design directions.
Sketching
According to the needs of the group we target , we researched images of appearance before sketching , decided to adopt exposed frame with minimalism & active exterior form , also painted in sporty liveries .Key Form : Fulfill multiple exercise functions. Modern, youthful appearance. Lightweight body structures.
Design progress
1st Version : Oversized , Unable to steer , Wheelbase is too long
2nd Version : surface modified , Size adjusted , Structural problems
Refined model : Details added , Parts separated , Ready for 3D printing
Exercise modes
Spinning bike :
Switch into exercising mode , the pedals will be released and the spinning exercise can begin.
Switch into exercising mode , the pedals will be released and the spinning exercise can begin.
Rowing machine :
Training for arm muscles , easy to operate by pulling elastic handle & bands.
Training for arm muscles , easy to operate by pulling elastic handle & bands.
Abdominal trainer :
Switch into exercising mode ,
Pull the seat cushion with feet & hold the handlebars to start abdominal training.
Switch into exercising mode ,
Pull the seat cushion with feet & hold the handlebars to start abdominal training.
Dashboard UI design
The bike mixes 3 exercise modes, in addition, we designed interactive user experiences for more information and sense of accomplishment.
〈 Ride mode 〉
Integrated navigation & riding info, including power statics, speed limit, etc .
Integrated navigation & riding info, including power statics, speed limit, etc .
〈 Exercise mode 〉
Record the data of exercising & the amount of power generated by users with a sense of accomplishment by connecting to online community .
Record the data of exercising & the amount of power generated by users with a sense of accomplishment by connecting to online community .
Model building
The model is in 1:3 scale, all parts are printed with SLA resin , then painted after grinding and surface treatment. We have done most of them by our hand, the entire process for completing both two vehicles takes us a lot of time and cash, but also brings us accomplishment as well.
Designers
Raymond Wu 吳 竑諭
Steven Lai 賴 奕翰
Amber Zhu 朱 妤玟
Ruby Xin 辛 詠芸
Advisor
Wan-Ying , Lai 賴 宛吟