Lauren
Below I have created a prototype of a cordless, preset timed flat iron. Below the flat iron, I have designed a portable, cordless charging station to plug the flat iron in. The two benefits of this are that it’s lightweight and portable, and also that you don’t have to mess with the safety risks of a cord. This way, it is much more accessible for an amputee. Secondly, the flat iron itself has both manual temperature adjustments and predetermined time settings. By doing this, it eliminates the safety risk of a fire hazard by accidentally leaving it on, and also forces the user to expedite the process and stay on time for their morning routine. It also allows the user to choose their exact temperature and lock it into place.
Nick
Below is the prototype of my automatic watch-attachment stand. It is cordless and battery-operated, allowing portable use. Using ideas from the class from our first presentation, the device will work with all existing watches, however, a magnetic attachment will be included allowing for easy use from the stand. It is “made up of” lightweight metals that can detach and be taken apart to be stored for on-the-go purposes. Pressure activated, once the user lays the watch out on the arms and applies pressure, the arms constrict around the wrist and applies the watch. This device decreases the time it would take if a user were without it.
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Thomas
I have created an apparatus that makes it easier for users with one arm to apply contact lenses. A rubber suction cup at the bottom allows the user to attach the device to a variety of surfaces to make application easier. A bendable metal cord made from recycled metal allows the user to manipulate the device to make it more comfortable for them. This cord is also collapsible, making it more portable. At the end of the device is a small metal ball which is also made from recycled metals. This is where the user will place the contact before pressing their eye onto it. For health reasons, the cord will also have a small tube inside it which, with the push of a button, will secrete contact solution onto the ball making the process safe and sterile for the user.
Owen
Originally, I came up with the concept of developing a prosthetic arm that you can attach different items to for different functions. However, I realized that it is unreasonable to make this design very modular when it could be integrated together. After presenting to the class the first time, the feedback forced me to come up with a different way of approaching this concept. My second idea was the create different sizes for prosthetic arms. Specifically, for kids to integrate an arm that fits a kid as they continue to grow. Or, for people that have a bulkier versus very skinny body shape. After contemplating this in the concept generation, I came up with a better idea. That being, product that is able to integrate the first two ideas I have created. In other words, to have an arm that can be created in different shapes and sizes based on age along with a hand that is not detachable, but has a variety of functions that involve gripping different things. These functions can be preformed by the press of a button where you choose which direction you want the hand to go in.
Andrew
I have created a device called the Hair Ring 1 that makes it easier for users with one arm to straighten and manipulate their hair. Straightening your hair with one arm is dangerous because the hot iron gets very close to your scalp. My product allows the user to insert their hair into one of the rings so that they can separate and isolate the desired strands. The Hair Ring 1 has two rings that open and close to allow hair to freely enter and escape as desired. Both arms are adjustable and are on hinges so that they can rotate. The device is weighed down by a heavy material and has silicon grips on the bottom to prevent the device from moving in use.
