Bronze Løbehjul · 2025
Ecool Modulær Delt Løbehjul
by Wai Yin Chai
- A' Design Award i Bronze 2025 in Løbehjul
- CLIENT: Ecool
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 13,050
- Verification code 18DEB1C7C7 · Verify this award
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About Ecool Modulær Delt Løbehjul
Ecool er en modulær løbehjul designet til delt mobilitet i 15-minutters byer. En fodaktiveret, ét-trins foldemekanisme reducerer den parkerede fodaftryk og sparer byrum. Foldefunktionen fungerer uden bøjning, hvilket forbedrer adgangen for brugere med begrænset bevægelighed. Skinnebaserede opladningsstationer understøtter flådestyring og reducerer tab. Rammen er fremstillet af genanvendt aluminium ved sprøjtestøbning, og genanvendt ABS- og PC-plast tilføjer holdbarhed. Modulære dele muliggør enkel tilpasning og vedligeholdelse, hvilket forlænger løbehjulets levetid.
About the A' Design Award i Bronze
Ecool Modulær Delt Løbehjul er vinder af A' Design Award i Bronze, en højt prestigefyldt anerkendelse, der tildeles enestående designs, som udmærker sig ved kreativitet, opfindsomhed og skarpsindighed. Bronzevinderne er rigeligt dygtige og påfaldende kreative artefakter, der bekræfter deres designeres store erfaring, fantasi og snilde. Ecool Modulær Delt Løbehjul forventes at være en højt estimeret, beundret og kær genstand, der er bemærkelsesværdigt professionel og innovativ. Dette design, der har vundet A' Design Award i Bronze, indarbejder bedste praksis inden for kunst, videnskab, design og teknologi og er fremragende på grund af sin sans for detaljer. Ecool Modulær Delt Løbehjul tilfredsstiller pragtfuldt behov, rører længsler, charmerer følelser og appellerer til nysgerrigheden.
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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.
