Laser Shield Concept
Working directly with the designers at Techtronic Industries in Hong Kong, my peers and I each developed individual projects based on the Ryobi brand’s One + system. The first of its kind battery system consists of an interchangeable lithium ion power pack which is easily swappable between an entire range of power tools. Our goal was to identify a market not yet hit by Ryobi products and then find a need within that market, through technology, developing a solution.
In my research I came across the Photonic Fence technology developed by Intellectual Ventures for the Bill and Melinda Gates foundation. Developed to halt the spread of malaria infected mosquitoes it utilized lasers and infrared sensors to track and destroy mosquitoes instantly, mid-flight.
After deciding upon a laser mosquito immolator for the comfort camping and outdoor markets, I set out to find a form which was functional yet not at all intimidating. Several rounds of sketching and 3d modelling later and I chose the sliced cylindrical shape that can be seen in the final renders. The fully oscillating base and angled face allows for 360° coverage with a potential kill radius of up to 100 ft.
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