Category Archives: Project 1
Project 1.3 Prototype
CUSHION PROTOTYPE CREATION SUPPLIES TRANSPARENT VIYNL ALPACA FIBERS OPEN CELL FOAM 3/8” FELT HOT GLUE GUN EXACTO KNIFE To make my prototype I first cut a 3”x 3” square of the felt pad to get the base of my cushioning system. I had some 3/8” acoustic felt paneling, so this is what I used for …
1.2 Project Cushion Research
CREATING CUSHION BACK GROUND When tasked to create a cushioning system for a performance shoe, I first wanted to hone in on what type of athlete I wanted to serve. In my life I have done a lot of sports, but I was never the best on the team in any of them. I am …
Project 1.1 Egg Drop
THE EGG DROP Tasked to create a solution to protect an egg from a shoulder height drop upon impact I took to rubber bands as inspiration. This common house hold item offers tension, and a way to hold an egg that allows for movement and vibration absorption. In this blog post you will see three …