IntroductIon
Project Brief: For this project, My task was to design a conceptual mobile consultation unit that can be used for medical or educational purposes. The unit should integrate a maximum 21.5" display with a built-in computer and visual recording capabilities.
The DesIgn
"My goal with this design was to make the device as compact as possible, without the chance for physical instability. This aim would also make the product easier to move between hospitals and take up less real estate in the operation room"
The device is also equipped with a PTZ camera, a swivel arm, and a rail system for height adjustment (along with the wheels and the all-in computer necessary for this project)
Design Process
As this is an electronics project I decided I should try different product architectures and build the form around these components. After lots of sketches, I decided on two product architectures to develop at the same time.
Prototypes
I then modeled the concepts I chose to develop and 3D-printed 1:10 scale models to see how they move and look in 3D. After this step, I decided to go with the rail system rather than the rotating arm.
After the 1:10 models, I developed the concept to 2 opposite points. Firstly an amorphic, heavier form which granted physical stability but traded off ease of use and mobility. Then a geometric and modern form that was slimmer but could create instability while in motion.
I decided to go with the second concept and develop it to be more compact and balanced.
After some stability testing and lots of iterations in CAD, finally, I made a 1:1 (2500 mm high) looks-like model that was weighted as a works-like model to test for balance in real-life situations. The model passed every test regarding stability and balance.
