Tactical Design
2023
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Project Name
Propel
Location
Berkeley, CA
Industry
Assistive Technology
Service Type
Voluntary Collaboration
Timeline
2023
This undergraduate thesis project allows me to apply my industrial design skills with a firm commitment to improving the disability community without the constraints of intellectual property rights. I aim to leave a lasting, positive impact on those it reaches. I parneted with BORP, Bay Area Outreach and Recreational Program at Berkeley, California for this project.
MUSE Design Award Gold Winner, Product Design - Sports Equipment 2025
Design Decisions
The adaptive clamp offers a secure, low-effort solution for individuals with grip disabilities to use any paddle effectively, featuring a hose clamp-inspired mechanism that secures paddles (28–32 mm diameter) with tool-free installation and a cap that can be easily opened or screwed off for quick release and safety in the water.
I utilize 3D printing with soft TPU (95A hardness) and a Voronoi structure to create breathable, customizable, swapable cushions that adapt to different hand sizes and pressure needs.
Design Process
A brief overview of the product development process, and it's trajectory after being created.
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