Ten design and technology projects by Loughborough University
Dezeen School Shows: a digital healthcare platform for managing chemotherapy at home is included in this school show by students at Loughborough University.
Also included is a drill made from nylon that assists with DIY tasks and a refillable aerosol can that intends to help build sustainable habits.
Institution: Loughborough University
School: School of Design and Creative Arts
Courses: Industrial Design and Technology BA (Hons) and Product Design and Technology BSc (Hons)
Tutors: Dr John McCardle and Dr Luke Harmer
School statement:
“We strive to deliver a world-class education in design and creative arts, developing high-quality graduates who are leading practitioners in their field.
“Our vision is to educate students to become responsive, persuasive innovators of change, able to instigate creative and intelligent responses to a variety of contemporary challenges.”
Sambi by Jonah Pollard
“Sambi is a rentable and repairable cordless drill and wall puck that assists first-time buyers with DIY through built-in guides and aids.
“Aimed at reducing cost of living pressures, the Sambi cordless drill and puck can be hired to make putting up shelves and picture frames easy with the use of integrated aids.
“The drill is designed for easy repair and longevity, constructed using glass reinforced nylon with TPU over-moulding grips and stainless protective guards.”
Student: Jonah Pollard
Course: Industrial Design and Technology BA (Hons)
Email: jonahpollard02[at]outlook.com
Awards: New Designers Award Winner: DCA Futures Award and New Designers commendation by Joseph Joseph
Flow by Oliver Harper
“Flow is a portable irrigation system and service for ostomates (people who have had stoma surgery).
“It empowers ostomates with a greater sense of control and freedom whilst eliminating the need for a colostomy bag.
“Currently, ostomates spend up to an hour each morning in the bathroom irrigating their stoma.
“This is a critical procedure for living without a colostomy bag and avoiding leaks.
“Flow eliminates the need to do this through its use of an integrated pump, heating pad and reservoir, cleverly contained within a comfortable belt.”
Student: Oliver Harper
Course: Product Design and Technology BSc (Hons)
Email: o.harperid[at]gmail.com
Awards: New Designers Award Winner: Dolmen Future Innovator Award and New Designers commendation by Jospeh Joseph, DCA, Priestman Goode and Cambridge Consultants
Format by Harry Rigler
“Format is a desktop developing system for the modern professional film photographer, producing lab-level results for a fraction of the cost.
“Using a ‘dip and dunk’ approach, the product allows for daylight loading of film into the top system, where it is then taken through pre-setup tanks to develop and dry before exiting back out the top of the system.
“The design includes intelligent monitoring of chemistry concentration and water levels as well as solution temperatures.”
Student: Harry Rigler
Course: Industrial Design and Technology (BA Hons)
Email: harryrigler.design[at]gmail.com
Awards: New Designers Award Winner: Cambridge Consultants Associate Prize for Breakthrough Design and New Designers commendation by Joseph Joseph and DCA
Motolink by Saam Fakhim
“Motolink is a fold-away keyless motorcycle security system that anchors and alarms any motorcycle on any road surface whilst providing a digital service that recommends safer parking areas.
“The developed concept uniquely combines anti-angle grinder materials with practical design, featuring a specially engineered shackle that fits snugly over the rear of most motorcycle tyres, allowing it to be anchored securely in place.
“It then uses an innovative vacuum suction to anchor it to porous road surfaces.”
Student: Saam Fakhim
Course: Industrial Design and Technology BA (Hons)
Email: saamfakhim[at]outlook.com
Award: New Designers commendation by Seymour Powell
Viena by Austeja Stasiuleviciute
“Viena is an assistive sports aid which helps visually impaired people to become more active by enabling them to independently run around a 400m athletics track.
“The design uses UWB tracking technology, haptic feedback, bone conduction and audio notifications to help users run independently.
“It can accurately identify a user’s lane and keep them to the centre using alerts and notifications.”
Student: Austeja Stasiuleviciute
Course: Product Design and Technology BSc (Hons)
Email: austeja.stasi[at]gmail.com
Award: New Designers commendation by Stannah
Hypolar by Oliver Buckland
“Hypolar is a rapid cooling system for patients suffering from hyperthermia.
“By targeting the blood vessels in the head and neck with constant cooling, core body temperature can be lowered quickly and safely.”
Student: Oliver Buckland
Course: Product Design and Technology BSc (Hons)
Email: ollie.buckland[at]btinternet.com
Envirosync by Stephanie English
“Envirosync is a spatial awareness device for people with hearing impairment.
“It alerts them to vehicles such as bicycles, scooters and skateboards approaching from behind.”
Student: Stephanie English
Course: Product Design and Technology BSc (Hons)
Email: stephanievenglish[at]gmail.com
Nia by Riess Fernandes
“Nia is a post-hysterectomy solution offering pain relief through cryotherapy and photo biomodulation.
“It was designed to provide both physical and emotional support with an inclusive, adaptable device and personalised app for tailored recovery support.”
Student: Riess Fernandes
Course: Product Design and Technology BSc (Hons)
Email: riessfernandes[at]outlook.com
ReFresh by Jacob Das
“ReFresh is a reusable, refillable and rechargeable aerosol can that aims to reduce the impact of personal care aerosol products on indoor air quality and the surrounding environment.
“Using a valve at the bottom of the aerosol can, users can recharge using compressed air from the stand – allowing it to be constantly topped up to a high pressure for atomisation.
“The aerosol can unscrews in two halves, enabling the user to refill or replace the liquid product inside.”
Student: Jacob Das
Course: Product Design and Technology (BSc Hons)
Email: jacobdas02[at]gmail.com
Award: New Designers commendation by Unilever
Thrive by Jacob Barbour
“Thrive is a platform that provides users with more ownership over their chemotherapy.
“Allowing patients to control their treatment at home creates a more accessible and user-driven alternative to hospital-based chemotherapy.”
Student: Jacob Barbour
Course: Industrial Design and Technology BA (Hons)
Email: jacobmbarbour01[at]gmail.com
Partnership content
This school show is a partnership between Dezeen and Loughborough University. Find out more about Dezeen partnership content here.
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