Ecool Funtzio Nagusia: Patinete Partekatu Modularra by Wai Yin Chai

Ecool Funtzio Nagusia: Patinete Partekatu Modularra by Wai Yin Chai is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award in Scooter Diseinua Competition Category.

BrontzeScootera· 2025

Ecool Funtzio Nagusia: Patinete Partekatu Modularra

by Wai Yin Chai

Client: Ecool

Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award Winner in Scootera Category

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The Design

About Ecool Funtzio Nagusia: Patinete Partekatu Modularra

Testu Liburua: Ecool 15 minutuko hirietako mugikortasun partekaturako diseinatutako patinete modular bat da. Oinez aktibatutako tolesteko urrats bakarreko mekanismo batek aparkatze-oinatza murrizten du eta hiri-espazioa aurrezten du. Tolesteko ekintzak makurtu gabe funtzionatzen du, eta horrek mugikortasun mugatua duten erabiltzaileentzako irisgarritasuna hobetzen du. Errailetan oinarritutako kargatze-estazioek flota kudeaketa sostengatzen dute eta galerak murrizten dituzte. Egitura aluminio birziklatuz egina dago, urtze-moldaketa bidez, eta ABS eta PC plastiko birziklatuek iraunkortasuna gehitzen dute. Zati modularrek pertsonalizazio eta mantentze erraza ahalbidetzen dute, patinetearen zerbitzu-bizitza luzatuz.

The Recognition

About the Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award

Ecool Funtzio Nagusia: Patinete Partekatu Modularra Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award irabazlea da, sormenak, asmamenak eta zorroztasunak bereizten dituzten diseinu bikainei ematen zaien aitorpen oso prestijiotsua. Brontze-mailako irabazleak trebetasunez beteriko eta nabarmenki sortzaileak diren artefaktuak dira, beren diseinatzaileen esperientzia zabala, irudimena eta ekimena egiaztatzen dutenak. Ecool Funtzio Nagusia: Patinete Partekatu Modularra oso estimatua, miretsia eta maitea den objektua izatea espero da, nabarmenki profesionala eta berritzailea dena. Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award irabazi duen diseinu honek artearen, zientziaren, diseinuaren eta teknologiaren praktika onenak biltzen ditu eta xehetasunei ematen dien arretagatik bikaina da. Ecool Funtzio Nagusia: Patinete Partekatu Modularra beharrak bikain asetzen dituen, desirak ukitzen dituen, sentimenduak xarmatzen dituen eta jakin-mina erakartzen duen lana da.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

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.