Bronse Scooter · 2025
Ecool Modular nga Ginasumpay nga Scooter
by Wai Yin Chai
- A' Design Award nga Bronse 2025 in Scooter
- CLIENT: Ecool
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- Verification code 18DEB1C7C7 · Verify this award
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About Ecool Modular nga Ginasumpay nga Scooter
Ang Ecool usa ka modular nga scooter nga gidesinyo alang sa ginasumpay nga panaw sa mga siyudad nga 15-minutos ang kalapdon. Ang pagtiplok nga gipaandar pinaagi sa tiil nga usa ka lakang lang nagpakunhod sa luna nga gigamit kung gipahimutang, ug nagtipig og luna sa siyudad. Ang paagi sa pagtiplok magamit nga wala’y kinahanglan pagduko, nga nagpaayo sa pagsulod alang sa mga tiggamit nga may limitado nga katakos sa paglihok. Ang mga estasyon sa pag-charge nga adunay railing nagsuporta sa pagdumala sa mga tinigom nga scooter (fleet management) ug nagpakunhod sa kalagot o pagkawala niini. Ang frame hinimo gikan sa recycled aluminum pinaagi sa die-casting, samtang ang recycled ABS ug PC plastics nagdugang sa kalig-on niini. Ang modular nga mga parte nagtugot og sayon nga pag-customize ug pag-maintain, nga nagpahaba sa serbisyo nga kinabuhi sa scooter.
About the A' Design Award nga Bronse
Ecool Modular nga Ginasumpay nga Scooter usa ka mananaog sa A' Design Award nga Bronse, usa ka labihan ka prestihiyoso nga pag-ila nga gihatag sa talagsaon nga mga disenyo nga gipaila sa pagkamamugnaon, kaabtik, ug kamatngon. Ang mga mananaog sa Bronse mga hanas kaayo ug makapahibulong nga mamugnaon nga mga artipakto nga nagpamatuod sa dakong kasinatian, imahinasyon, ug kaabtik sa ilang mga tigdesinyo. Gilauman nga ang Ecool Modular nga Ginasumpay nga Scooter mahimong gipabilhan, gihangaan, ug gihigugma nga butang nga talagsaon ang pagkapropesyonal ug bag-o. Kini nga disenyo nga nakadaog og A' Design Award nga Bronse naglakip sa labing maayong mga praktis sa arte, siyensya, disenyo, ug teknolohiya ug maayo kaayo tungod sa pagtagad niini sa mga detalye. Ecool Modular nga Ginasumpay nga Scooter nagtagbaw sa mga panginahanglan sa matahom nga paagi, nag-igo sa mga tinguha, nagbihag sa mga pagbati, ug nagdani sa pagkamausisaon.
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- Unique Properties
- Ecool is designed for sustainability in 15 min cities, emphasizing environmental, commercial, and community benefits. Its one-step foldable design reduces its footprint when parked, optimizing urban space. Modular to suit various users, including delivery personnel, it includes railing charging stations for better management and reduced loss. Made from recycled materials, Ecool supports a circular economy by promoting resource reuse and minimizing emissions.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Normal Mode: 1216 mm x 530 mm x 944 mm
Folded Mode: 563.87 mm x 530 mm x 935.41 mm
Wheels: 10 inches in diameter - Tags
- Sustainable Design、Foldable Design、Modular Design、High-tech、Eco-friendly、Shared mobility、Ergonomic、Carbon Emission Reduction、Space-efficient 、Accessibility
- Production Technology
- Ecool production combines advanced materials with modern manufacturing. Its recycled aluminum frame, made via diecasting, ensures strength and precision, while recycled ABS and PC plastics enhance durability. Iterative prototyping used 3D printing for testing and CNC machining for final parts. This blend of sustainable materials and high tech processes underscores Ecool is commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility.
- Design Challenge
- The primary challenge in designing the Ecool scooter was creating a simple, optimal folding mechanism that allowed operation without bending, catering to users with limited mobility. This involved extensive ergonomic research and numerous design iterations. Additionally, compliance with diverse regional safety standards impacted the scooter is specifications. Efforts were also made to incorporate sustainable manufacturing processes to minimize carbon emissions.
- Research
- The Ecool design study aims to enhance sustainable urban mobility, aligned with the 15 minute city concept. It focuses on creating a foldable, modular scooter that saves space, meets diverse needs, and uses sustainable materials. Participants including delivery personnel and commuters, prefer compact, versatile transport that reduces clutter and improves accessibility. Ecool supports shared mobility, lowers carbon emissions, and influences urban transportation policies for a sustainable future.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the challenges facing shared scooters in Europe and bikes in China, including theft, vandalism, and sidewalk congestion, this project aims to redefine sustainable urban mobility. The excessive production and abandonment of scooters not only pose environmental threats but also burden enterprises economically. With rising skepticism towards shared transportation models, there is an urgent need for innovative solutions to ensure sustainability and reduce urban carbon emissions.
- Project Duration
- The project was initiated in January 2024 in Hong Kong and the design was completed in May 2024.
- Operation Flow
- The Ecool scooter is designed for intuitive use, featuring a foot-activated one-step folding mechanism for quick, effortless compact storage. This design enhances accessibility, including for users with physical limitations.
A smart system connects to a mobile app, offering real-time data on scooter availability, battery life, and route optimization for efficient travel. The modular design allows easy customization and maintenance, extending the scooter’s lifecycle and performance.
