2020
Rescue Assistance Device
Role:
Student
Duration:
Feb 2020 - Jun 2020
Team:
Industrial Design Engineer Students
This project involved developing a radio frequency communication system designed to connect lost individuals with rescue teams, streamlining the process of locating them and providing medical attention based on vital signs. The need for this system arose from the high number of annual cases in Costa Rica where individuals get lost due to the country’s challenging terrain. The aim was to create a reliable system that could operate in harsh environments, facilitating faster rescues and better care during emergencies.
The difficult land relief of Costa Rica poses significant challenges in locating and rescuing lost individuals, particularly in remote areas. The goal was to design a system that would assist in preventing, alerting, and rescuing lives during such emergency situations. Throughout the project, we focused on studying materials that could withstand adverse weather conditions, as well as creating blueprints and clothing patterns to ensure the system's functionality in the field. We also had to adapt the design to accommodate the components and materials available, ensuring both durability and effectiveness in real-world rescue scenarios.
Empathize
User Analysis | Functional Analysis | Perception Analysis | Technical Analysis
Define
Insights | Qualities to Evaluate | Requirements
Ideate
Concept Development | Detailing | Ergonomic Analysis
Prototype
Materials | Product Elaboration
Testing
Interactions | User Declaration | Requirements vs Qualities | Semantic Analysis | Artifact Analysis
