Scooterpac
A folding canopy which can be attached to any mobility scooter to provide shelter from the elements without being a permanent structure.
Developed with Lymn Associates ltd.
Mechanical Design
Delivering complex mechanical solutions to drive innovation.
All other existing canopies are rigid and often constructed around a specific scooter. We aimed to offer a bolt-on solution which can be deployed when needed. This was achieved through a novel multi-stage folding mechanism that can be fixed to any mobility scooter.
Designed for Safety
Using international compliance regulations to inform design.
Given that this product utilises a mechanism with large levers is key to a sustainable product life that it does not pose an immediate risk of injury. We referenced international compliance regulations for finger traps and pinch points to ensure that this solution has minimal chance of causing harm to users.
Specifying Textiles
Integrating custom soft materials for added functionality.
We worked with textile manufacturers to design and specify the desired materials, features, and execution of the complex fabric cover. Leaning on the expertise of others, we communicated full technical plans alongside prototypes and swatch materials to guide the solution towards a reliable and high quality waterproof cover.
Zero Set-up Costs
Supporting product launch through low investment batches.
Delivering a product can often require overcoming a large initial investment in tooling and production set-up. In this project we proved that this does not need to always be the case, successfully launching with no high-investment tools and only minimal capitol outlay for fabrication jigs.
