Voyz, Smart Suitcase Smart Suitcase by Sanaz Hassannezhad is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Bronze A' Design Award in Fashion and Travel Accessories Design Competition Category.
BronzeAccessory· 2024
Voyz, Smart Suitcase Smart Suitcase
Bronze A' Design Award Winner in Accessory Category
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About Voyz, Smart Suitcase Smart Suitcase
Voyz: A condensed version of "voyage," is a smart suitcase, prioritizes user needs. Integrating advanced tech and craftsmanship, it offers intelligent features: real-time tracking by application, remote locking through the phone, weight sensing to prevent fees, and item locating, scanning the items inside the suitcase and then will show all items in the app. Fingerprint authentication for more safety and security. USB charger add convenience. Its zipperless, poly-carbonate shell, and corners to ensures durability against travel wear.
The Recognition
About the Bronze A' Design Award
Voyz, Smart Suitcase Smart Suitcase is a Bronze A' Design Award winner, a highly prestigious recognition granted to outstanding designs distinguished by creativity, ingenuity, and astuteness. Bronze winners are amply skillful and strikingly creative artifacts that authenticate the vast experience, imagination, and resourcefulness of their designers. Voyz, Smart Suitcase Smart Suitcase is expected to be a highly regarded, admired, and cherished object that is notably professional and innovative. This Bronze A' Design Award-winning design incorporates best practices in art, science, design, and technology, and is excellent for its attention to detail. Voyz, Smart Suitcase Smart Suitcase splendidly satisfies needs, touches desires, charms feelings, and appeals to curiosity.
Interviews
Design Interview
What is the main principle, idea and inspiration behind your design?
The main principle behind Voyz is to enhance the travel experience through user-centered design. Inspired by the complexities travelers face, I aimed to integrate advanced technology with practical features to address these challenges. The name "Voyz," a play on "voyage," encapsulates the essence of travel, highlighting the importance of convenience and security in a suitcase.
What has been your main focus in designing this work? Especially what did you want to achieve?
My primary focus was on functionality and user experience. I wanted to create a suitcase that not only offers advanced features like real-time tracking and fingerprint authentication but also provides peace of mind for travelers. Achieving a balance between aesthetics and practicality was crucial.
What are your future plans for this award winning design?
I plan to explore partnerships with travel accessory brands for mass production and distribution. Additionally, I aim to incorporate user feedback to enhance future iterations of the design.
Grand Interview
Your innovative integration of real-time tracking and item scanning in Voyz, Smart Suitcase Smart Suitcase represents a significant advancement in travel technology - could you elaborate on how your personal experiences as an immigrant shaped these specific feature choices?
The development of Voyz stemmed from my personal experiences as an immigrant facing the stress of managing luggage during emigration. Constantly worrying about lost luggage or overweight baggage fees motivated me to design features that address these challenges. Real-time tracking provides peace of mind by enabling travelers to locate their suitcase at any time, while the item scanning feature simplifies packing by ensuring that nothing essential is left behind. These features reflect my journey of transforming travel frustrations into a user-centric solution that makes traveling smarter and less stressful.
The fingerprint authentication system in Voyz, Smart Suitcase Smart Suitcase stands out for its sophisticated security approach - what inspired you to prioritize biometric security over conventional locking mechanisms, and how did this decision influence the overall design process?
Biometric security, such as fingerprint authentication, was chosen to enhance both convenience and safety. Unlike traditional locks, which can be lost or tampered with, a fingerprint system offers personalized access that’s nearly impossible to replicate. Incorporating this advanced feature influenced the overall design by requiring the seamless integration of sensors into the locking mechanism without compromising the suitcase's sleek aesthetic. It also aligned with the overarching goal of creating a cutting-edge product that redefines security standards in smart luggage.
Having recently earned the Bronze A' Design Award in the Fashion and Travel Accessories category, how do you envision Voyz, Smart Suitcase Smart Suitcase influencing the future development of smart luggage technology, particularly in addressing the evolving needs of international travelers?
Earning this recognition reinforces my belief that smart luggage can redefine travel convenience and safety. Voyz sets a benchmark by integrating technology that adapts to modern challenges, such as lost luggage, overpacking, and security concerns. I envision its influence extending to a broader industry adoption of intelligent, sustainable, and user-focused designs. It paves the way for innovations that cater to diverse needs, ensuring that travelers have efficient, stress-free experiences regardless of their destinations.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Voyz, a smart suitcase, prioritizes user needs. Integrating advanced tech and craftsmanship, it offers intelligent features: real-time tracking, remote locking, weight sensing to prevent fees, and item locating. Fingerprint authentication and USB charger add security and convenience. Its zipperless, poly-carbonate shell, and corners to ensures durability against travel wear.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Large Size:
(H): (76 cm), (L): (51 cm), (W): (36 cm)
Carry-On Size:
(H): (56 cm), (L): (41 cm), (W): (30 cm)
And also, the application can compatible with both iOS and Android devices. and allows users to connect and interact with their smart suitcase. - Tags
- Smart, easy to use, safe, track, luggage, Smartsuitcase, Flights of fancy, Voyz, check-in luggage
- Production Technology
- The smart suitcase integrates strain gauge sensors or load cells for weight measurement. Wheels made from rubber or polyurethane ensure durability. A lithium-ion battery powers the USB Power Bank with a built-in charging circuit. Ergonomic handles use soft-touch plastics for comfort. The GPS-enabled tracking app communicates with the suitcase, controlling electronic locks for security. Fingerprint sensors provide biometric security. Makrolon polycarbonate balances strength, weight, and aesthetics, while injection molding enables complex shapes and high-volume production.
- Design Challenge
- The most challenging aspect of designing a smart suitcase likely involved balancing functionality, usability, and aesthetics while integrating complex technologies.
- Research
- This study delves into a smart suitcase's development and usability, aiming to elevate modern travel experiences. Featuring digital scales, USB Power Bank, and a smartphone app for tracking and remote control, this technology promises to revolutionize travel by addressing common challenges and enhancing the overall journey.
- Inspiration
- The inspiration for this project stemmed from personal experiences as an immigrant facing the challenges of managing luggage during emigration. The need for a solution to prevent overweight baggage and alleviate the stress of potential loss led to the development of this smart suitcase. Motivated by the desire to streamline the travel process and provide peace of mind, the project integrates cutting-edge technology with practical functionality to address these common problems.
- Project Duration
- The project was conceptualized in 2024 in London.
- Operation Flow
- Smart suitcase has features a built-in digital scale for accurate weight measurement, 360-degree wheels, and a USB Power Bank for mobile charging. Ergonomic handles ensure easy lifting. It has an app enables tracking the suitcase during the journey, locking/unlocking the luggage thorough the mobile phone. In addition to it has scan tools to scanning items inside the suitcase and shows them on app, and also fingerprint security on the suitcase lock.
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