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Aurzen Zip Teilgeoir Iniompartha by Yang Cui

Aurzen Zip Teilgeoir Iniompartha by Yang Cui is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Duais Plaitíneim A' Design Award in Leictreonaic Tomhaltóirí Competition Category.


PlaitíneamLeictreonaic Tomhaltóirí· 2025

Aurzen Zip Teilgeoir Iniompartha

by Yang Cui

Duais Plaitíneim A' Design Award Winner in Leictreonaic Tomhaltóirí Category

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The Design

About Aurzen Zip Teilgeoir Iniompartha

Is teilgeoir iniompartha tríf hillte é Aurzen Zip. Filleann an corp Z-chruthach ina fhoirm dhlúth atá 84 faoi 78 faoi 26 milliméadar, rud a ligeann don teilgeoir dul isteach i mála láimhe nó i mála droma. Ligeann dhá inse alúmanaim ardneart an airde agus uillinn an teilgin a choigeartú gan seastán ar leith. Oibríonn scáthánú scáileáin aon-chliceála gan Wi-Fi agus tacaíonn sé le iOS, Android, macOS agus Windows. Coinníonn uathfhócas ama eitilte agus ceartú ingearach keystone an íomhá géar. Maireann an ceallra ionsuite suas le 1.5 uair an chloig agus tacaíonn sé le luasluchtú.

The Recognition

About the Duais Plaitíneim A' Design Award

Bhuaigh an dearadh Aurzen Zip Teilgeoir Iniompartha Duais Plaitíneim A' Design Award, aitheantas thar a bheith clúiteach a bhronntar ar dhearaí atá fíor-urghnách, galánta agus maorga. Is míorúiltí cruthaithe iad buaiteoirí Plaitíneim, fianaise ar theorainneacha na cruthaitheachta intleachtúla, agus léiríonn siad gairmiúlacht agus géiniais a ndearthóirí gan sárú. Táthar ag súil go mbeidh na dearaí seo ar na saothair is clúití a shainíonn aeistéitic ré, a chuireann le folláine na sochaí agus a chuireann teorainneacha na healaíne, na heolaíochta, an deartha agus na teicneolaíochta chun cinn. Léiríonn an dearadh Aurzen Zip Teilgeoir Iniompartha leibhéal sármhaitheasa thar na bearta agus déanann sé an domhan ina áit níos fearr gan amhras lena shaintréithe tairbheacha luachmhara. Is saothar é an dearadh Aurzen Zip Teilgeoir Iniompartha a bhuaigh Duais Plaitíneim A' Design Award a mhúsclaíonn mianta, a spreagann, a chuireann ar bís, a thugann sásamh agus a bhíonn ina thobar áthais mhóir.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties
Aurzen ZIP"Truly Portable Projector"
1.Portability: ZIP features a highly compact design, about the size of half an iPhone and just 1 inch thick (the size of a quarter), easily fitting into a handbag or backpack for ultimate portability.
2.Stability & Flexibility: Unlike traditional projectors that need external support, ZIP’s Z-shaped tri-fold design with dual high-strength aluminum hinges ensures flexible height and angle adjustments.
3.Screen Mirroring: ZIP offers effortless one-click screen mirroring without Wi-Fi, compatible with iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows.
4.Auto Focus & Keystone Correction: With ToF zero-lag autofocus, ZIP automatically adjusts focus and vertical keystone correction, ensuring a sharp image.
5.Battery & Endurance: ZIP’s 5000mAh battery lasts up to 1.5 hours and supports 24W fast charging, ideal for extended use.
Dimensions & Packaging
The ZIP projector measures 84 mm (L) x 78 mm (W) x 26 mm (H) and has a volume of 170 cubic centimeters in the folded state, with a thickness of only 1 inch (26 mm).
Tags
Projector, Foldable,Portable,Tri-fold
Production Technology
As the world's first tri-fold, truly portable projector, ZIP embodies innovative factors in every fold of its design. The first fold houses the world's thinnest 8mm HD optical engine and the tiniest DLP microchip. The second fold features dual high-strength aluminum hinges for precise angle adjustment and built-in ultra-thin stereo speakers for an immersive audio experience. The third fold incorporates a built-in battery and an anti-slip base, ensuring convenience and versatility across diverse usage scenarios.
Design Challenge
1.Heat Dissipation: To manage the 15W of heat in such a compact design, we customized an ultra-thin (5mm) multi-blade silent fan to increase airflow, along with advanced graphene cooling technology for quick heat dissipation. We also added a high-low differential air channel at the bottom to increase air pressure using aerodynamic principles.
2.Hinges: ZIP's components are divided into three folds, connected by hinges and FPC, with a 6mm hinge diameter. To extend ZIP’s lifespan (50,000 folds), we used high-strength stainless steel for the hinges and custom high-toughness FPC material.
3.Antenna: Transmitting signals in a tight space is a challenge. After testing over 100 antenna prototypes, we achieved stable video signal transmission up to 30 meters.
4.Battery Life: We balanced portability with battery life by customizing a 5.2mm thick silicon anode battery with an energy density of 734 Wh/L, ensuring 1.5 hours of battery life.
Research
The Aurzen team researched and found that users prioritize portability and battery life when choosing portable projectors. To meet these needs, ZIP features a tri-fold design for enhanced portability and offers an optional charging stand to extend battery life. This study not only provides valuable insights for future portable projector designs but also reflects society's increasing demand for efficient, practical products, driving innovation in both functionality and design.
Inspiration
ZIP was inspired by the Aurzen team's challenging camping projection experience, where poor network signals, unstable brackets, and cumbersome setups highlighted the need for improvement. The frustrating experience led to the creation of ZIP's innovative tri-fold design and advanced projection technology.
Project Duration
The program was launched in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China in 2022.06 and was first presented at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in 2025.03.
Operation Flow
ZIP simplifies projection with a tri-fold design for easy unfolding and adjustment, offering optimal viewing without an extra stand.
Compact and lightweight when folded, it’s perfect for travel, outdoor use, or home entertainment. One-click screen mirroring casts content without Wi-Fi. ToF zero-lag autofocus ensures sharp images. The built-in battery lasts 1.5 hours, and Type-C PD fast charging replenishes power quickly. Paired with PowerPlay, it extends playtime to 3 hours for uninterrupted viewing.
Patents
Patent has been granted. Patent No.:015069564 Patent Holder:Shenzhen Neutop Optoelectronics Co., Ltd. Year:2024
Team Members
Creative Director:Yang Cui,ZuoWei Zeng
Designer: Libo Chen
Designer: Xianmiao Luo
Designer: Danni Guo
Designer: Ou Liang
Designer: YuFeng Chen
Image Credits
Images 1-4: Creator JiaWei Shen (Tovey), 2024.
Image 5: Photographer Chen Liu, 2024.
video attribution:Creator HanCong Wang,2024.

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