aaron smith portfolio 2016
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Aaron SmithPortfolio
Projects
Navigo Neptuni Soldier Portable User Interface
Modular Planter Motorcycle Headphones
Extreme Mobility Optionally
Manned Vehicle
Navigo Neptuni
Research
What Was Learned
• Use of few colors and both natural and
synthetic woods
• Most designs have not changed in years
• Use of synthetic wood for ease of
replacement and durability
• Very geometric form language
• Small space but used efficiently
Took a trip to the Metro Beach Boat
Show to gather research data and to
interview dealers and consumers about
sailing. We learned about the material
and processes used in modern cockpits
and new technologies being applied.
Objectives
• Nontraditional cockpit • Explore new forms • Expand the space
Deck Layout Cockpit Seating
Storage Space
Seating Ideation
Ideation
Organic Concept
Cockpit Features
Collapsible tables
Globe compass and tie down access
Cockpit kitchen
Instrument panel
Deck Layout, Seating, And Windows
Float pilot
over rear
deck
Cockpit storage in flooring
and under seats
Semi-circular booth seating
Float IP and a
portion of booth
seat to open space
Windows made of polycarbonate to
allow walking on
Storage and
head room
Final deck layout
Expand and lengthen cockpit
Cockpit Features Refinement
Cockpit kitchen
Ladder usable when deck is open and closed
Stowable rear deck
Dual helm with mirrored controls
Organic form ship wheels
Digital IP with analog switches and back up GPS
Photoshop Final Render
Organic design
elements
Addition of two feet to width
and length of cockpit to
maximize space without
changing hull profile
Physical Model 12th scale
10 and 20 lbs. design foam construction
Physical Model
Soldier Portable User Interface
Modular Planter
Space constraints make urban farmers plots smaller
Demographic Urban homeowner or apartment tenant
Age 20 - 40
Income $24,000+
Interested in healthy living, self sustainment, or farming as hobby/ business
• Individuals, groups, or communities • Grow plants like herbs and vegetables • Beautifying the area, consumption, and or
resale.
Urban Farming
Regulations and Market
Detroit restriction states a farm plot must be 5 feet or more from the property line.
• No real competition in this market
• Solutions are homemade constructions
Ideation
Refinement
Final
Environmentally friendly polyurethane handles
Programmable watering schedule
Aquaponics
Water reservoir in side compartment
Water spouts under tray
Removable plant tray
Base Valves flow water into planter
Adjustable feet for leveling
Side hoses connect adjacent bases
Base connects to water supply to allow continuous flow and connects to external power
Extension Pillar
Pillars extended the height of the planter to accommodate taller plants
Water flows through pillar to planters above
Stacking Stacking allows optimum use of space in urban environment while the modular system allows for a variety of plant sizes
Use/ Instructions
Extreme Mobility Optionally Manned
Vehicle
Objective
Create an airdrop able extreme mobility
optionally manned vehicle set with multirole
capability.
Ideation
Leg concepts
Prime Mover Solidworks model
Chassis separates for modularity
and repair/ replacement of parts Secondary arms
Obstacle Climbing
Able to ascend obstacles over the
height of the tire
Arms feature full range of motion
Able to clamber when bottomed out
in soft or loose terrain
Modularity
Ambulance
Mule storage transport
Six man taxi
Armored two man cab
Heavy ordinance
Features
Follower Vehicle
Front
Coupling for tram feature
Steering in rear wheel assisted by
alternating front tires
Hub motors
Follower Vehicle Render
Mission Story Board
Final Render
Motorcycle Headphones
Building Model
Model Progress
Model Final