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MIKE ASLOWSKI Product Designer
MIKE ASLOWSKI Resume
INTERESTSIndustrial Design Student Metropolitan State University of Denver Fall 2013 to Present President’s Honor Roll 2014, 2015 Cumulative GPA: 4.0 Robert D. O’Dell Industrial Design Portfolio Excellence Scholarship 2015 Golden Key International Honor Society IDSA MSU Chapter Treasurer 2015 - 16 IDSA Member since 2013
B.S. Environmental Science Western Washington University 1997
IDSA Western District Conference Tribe:Craft San Jose, CA 2015IDSA Western District Conference Running with the Bulls Denver, CO 2014Outdoor Retailer Winter Market Trade Show Salt Lake City, UT 2016Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Trade Show Salt Lake City, UT 2014
SmartWool, Clothing and Socks Boulder, CO Design & Development Contractor 11.2014 - Present Designed 3 Sweaters for Fall 2017 Built Product Test Website Created Trim Catalog for Internal Use Measure Prototypes from Vendors
GoLite, Outdoor Equipment and Apparel Boulder, CODesign Intern 2.2013 - 05.2014
Approved Lab Dips for Spring 2015 Set up Spec-Packs for Carry-over Styles
Fishtail Construction Redmond, WACarpenter, Project Manager 2003 - 2013
REI, Outdoor Equipment and Apparel Kent, WAFit Model 2004 - 2007
WORK HISTORY
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EDUCATION
The head of a key provides little leverage.
KEASE increases leverage for people with less hand strength.
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Patricia
Retired teacher, 81
Biscayne Park, FL
Still drives a car, but limited distances and speed
Enjoys:Time with family and friendsAquarobicsCrocheting
Has dificulty pinching or squeezing
Jack
Accountant, 52
Chicago, IL
Works 45 - 50 hours per week but still makes time for his boys
Enjoys:Playing ball with his boys, 12 and 14 Action moviesWoodworking
Mild Arthritis makes grasping small objects difficult
“I’m not weak, but grasping small items
can be difficult.” “About 1 out of every 5 US
adults has doctor-diagnosed
arthritis”-CDC.org
Who can benefit from ?KEASEUsers
User Profile
Pinching force has the LEAST strength
Palm grip has the MOST strength
Pain PointsAs hand strength weakens, everyday tasks become painful and create challenges that can put significant constraints on peoples abilities and diminish quality of life.
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Specific UserDraws Attention to
Disability
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Too Bulky
Doesn’t Draw Attention to Disability
Apply Force with Palm -- Rather than Fingers
Flexible Design works with Different Lock Arrangements
Highly Visible Color Palette
Universal Appeal
Inexpensive
Easy to Use
Compact
Mass Appeal
TargetModerate Price
Wide Market Appeal
Design Constraints
Too Expensive
Market Analysis
Research
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Second DirectionToo BulkyDraws Attention to Disability
Engagement too Complicated
Already Easy to Open & Close
First Direction
Fits Palm ComfortablyIncreases Leverage
Chain Provides Flexibility and Rigidity
Final Form Development
Solution Development
Ideation
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3D printed prototype for function testing and ergonomic study.
Chain links provide torque in one direction yet remain flexible.
Spring activated mechanism keeps keys securely on key holder.
Full-Scale Prototype
Rifle Strap InspirationStrong enough to hold Rifle
Holds up to rigorous Wear
Simple and Intuitive Design
SolidWorks
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“Makes using my keys a lot easier”
“I can find it with the bright color”
“It fits comfortably in my palm”
User Feedback
Layout
Contextual content analysis
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Keyshot
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Padded interior for protection.Fabric hinge blends with zipper.
Easy to carry with handle or shoulder strap.
Velcro Pockets available for: Laptop Charger WIFI Hot-spot Cell Phone Business Cards Pens
Customizable pockets attach inside case with Velcro.
Keep business essentialssecure and organized when traveling.
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Durable powder coated finish.
Simple sheet metal construction. 8 folds, 4 spot welds.
Cardboard pattern for initial sheet metal blank.
get tangled, disorganized, and take up counter space.
Charging cords
A shelf that hangs from any outlet box and is held in place by the outlet cover. When installed on a kitchen outlet, phones and cords sit above the counter:freeing up counter space.
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Functional prototype.
An array of LEDs wired to a dimmer switch.
Full-scale mock-up.
Fiberglass shade extends seamlessly from the wood top.
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Board Short closure eliminates bulk at the waistband.
Wicking, stretch fabric for numerous activities.
Front pockets for wallet and keys, plus interior pocket to keep phone secure.
Men Need
Why are there so few choices for Men?
Casual Fit and StyleFlat Waistband Comfortable for Sit-UpsFront Pockets for Wallet and KeysStretch Panels Oriented for Best Movement
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Thank you for your consideration.
Please let me know if you would like to see my work in more detail.
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