Nomad
Disciplines: Industrial Design
Software: Solidworks, Keyshot, Procreate, Illustrator, Photoshop
Time: 2024, 6 weeks
A portable lantern with an integrated battery bank. Understanding the needs of travelers and campers, I created Nomad, a handheld device provides both illumination and charging capabilities in a single, convenient package.
Area Light
Ambient Light
Battery Bank
Design Criteria
Portable Design
Easy to throw in the bag for quick camp excursions.
Transparent Housing
Elevates aesthetic to make it unique.
Gentle Curves
Soft shapes encourages engagement and touch.
Sketch Ideation
Sketching explored forms, features and how users might interact with devices.
Development
CAD ideation led to three potential concepts.
Concept Refinement
Further sketching, CAD, and prototype development led to improved design opportunities in the final desing.
Portable Light, Power, and Versatility in One.
The stand can be opened into 45° and 90° positions for standing and hanging, respectively.
Charge up to three devices at once with two USB-C ports and MagSafe wireless charging.
Cool white and warm light tones can be set in the front, back or both to optimize use in different Environments.
