SWIFTSHIFT
SwiftShift is a versatile rotary tool designed for hobbyist crafters. It effortlessly adapts to various crafting needs, functioning as a drill, grinder, or buffer. SwiftShift simplifies the creative process, offering flexibility and ease of use in a single, streamlined tool.
Personal Project
Year:
2023
FEATURES
ROTATING MOTOR MODULE
The rotating motor module enables the user to adjust the tool’s orientation, allowing for versatile use across different tasks and purposes.
SLIDE OUT MAGNETIC SHIELD
During polishing, small pieces can often slip out of the user’s hand due to the rotating motor. The slide-out magnetic shield is designed to protect the user and catch any loose pieces, ensuring a safer and more efficient crafting experience
QUICK CONNECT
The quick connect system enables fast and effortless tool switching, allowing users to seamlessly transition between different attachments for various tasks.
REMOVABLE AND CUSTOMIZABLE STORAGE
Easily organize projects with removable storage. Choose from a variety of colors to easily categorize tool sets and personalize the machine to match the user’s style.
DESIGN PROCESS
WORKFLOW RESEARCH
MARKET RESEARCH
THE PROBLEM
Hobbyist crafters and entry-level users often face the challenge of needing multiple specialized tools for tasks like drilling, grinding, and polishing, resulting in cluttered workspaces and high costs.
MULTIPLE TOOLS
Need to buy multiple tools to complete her projects
CLUTTERED WORKSPACE
Single function tools takes up space. Even adaptable tools like DREMEL requires extra table space for the extra add-ons
EXPENSIVE
Spend more money buying different tools.
INSPIRATION BOARD
EXPLORATION SKETCHES
The initial concept involved housing the motor inside the handle, similar to a DREMEL. However, after testing the components, it was determined that this approach was not feasible due to significant kickback when the motor started. The idea was abandoned, and the motor was instead housed separately in the main body
3 DESIGN DIRECTIONS
USER TESTING AND OBSERVATIONS
The concept was further developed based on user feedback and observations.
CMF
Typically, tools are crafted from metal and plastic, featuring an industrial design with primary colors like red, black, or yellow, which can feel intimidating to non-professionals and hobbyists. By opting for a softer color palette, paired with a matte finish and chrome accents, the product becomes more friendly and approachable
REFINED SKETCH
Color blocking was chosen for all the device's touchpoints to make them visually distinct, easily identifiable, and highly contrasting
PAINTED PROTOTYPE AND USER TESTING
Small notch added on the final design. The notch allows for easy removal of magnetic shield
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