High Performance Multi-Purpose Dryer
The iDRYVE 180 is a power blower. It is designed for drying cars, motorcycles and other recreational vehicles. The unique internal design of the product ensures that air is accelerated before exiting the product as a powerful, wide beam of air, capable of drying large areas in very little time. iDRYVE 180 employs four ergonomic handles to offer a wide range of handling and usage options. The rear handle is a rotating handle that can enable the unit to be propped up by itself, useful for carpet spills etc. The product is also supplied with interchangeable front rubber nozzles to suit different drying applications. The external design is intended to convey a sense of controlled power and offer insight as to how the product functions. The product adopts visual cues from the automotive industry.
Design Process:
Visual Mapping / Competitor Analysis / Visual Language Formulation and Strategy
Brainstorming
Sketch development and potential features
Exploring articulation
3D models offer rough volumetrics and ergonomics. Handle configurations and potential part-break up scenarios are assessed for viability. Initial internal components are positioned to evaluate overall dimensions and airflow.
3-D Form and Model Refinement / Part Breakup / Materials selection / Color Analysis / Internal Component Refinement / Nozzle evaluation / Branding Scenarios
Engineering Database Development / Component Fit / Check Foam Models / Working ABS Prototypes / Scalability / Testing
Marketing / Investment: Product Brochure
Value proposition: No longer use towels or other hard materials to dry your car or motorcycle. The I-DRYVE 180 will power dry the average car in 8-10 minutes. Excellent for those hard to dry places – mirrors, door trims, wheel rims and the spokes of any motorcycle. The product has 2 interchangeable nozzle attachments; a wide coverage nozzle and a narrow tip detailing nozzle.
The product also works great as a multipurpose dryer/blower for watercraft, leaves, garage and workshop floors, decks and patio furniture.
Marketing Material: Packaging / Box Design and Specification
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