Subkayak D46 Kayak Asọmpi na Njem Ntụrụndụ by Tamas Fekete

Ọlaedo Ngwaahịa Egwuregwu · 2025

Subkayak D46 Kayak Asọmpi na Njem Ntụrụndụ

by Tamas Fekete

Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Ọlaedo 2025 in Ngwaahịa Egwuregwu
CLIENT: Openend Design Ltd.
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About Subkayak D46 Kayak Asọmpi na Njem Ntụrụndụ

E mere Subkayak D46 maka njem nleta na asọmpi, na-elekwasị anya n'arụmọrụ na ịma mma ọhụụ. Nhazi anya ya gosipụtara nkewa anya dị iche n'ime akụkụ abụọ pụrụ iche, na-enye ya ọdịdị a na-amata nke ọma. Kayak a na-akwado ụdị nhọrọ ịhazi dị iche iche site n'iji akụrụngwa e bipụtara 3D. Ihe ndị dị ka ihe mkpuchi hatch rudder na ihe njide ọkọlọtọ nwere ike ịmepụta n'usoro, na-enye ohere maka mmegharị n'ụdị, agba, ma ọ bụ akara ụlọọrụ. Ụzọ a na-enyere ndị ọrụ aka ịhazi kayak ha dịka mmasị ha si dị mgbe ha na-edobe ọrụ na nhazi n'ozuzu ya.

About the Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Ọlaedo

Subkayak D46 Kayak Asọmpi na Njem Ntụrụndụ meriri A' Design Award nke Ọlaedo, nnabata dị oke ugwu e nyere design ndị dị n'ọkwa mbụ, dị ịtụnanya ma pụtara ìhè. Ndị meriri na Ọlaedo bụ ihe e kere eke dị oke ọhụrụ, nwere ọhụụ ma na-egbu maramara nke na-egosipụta ọgụgụ isi, amamihe na nka nke ndị designer ha. A na-atụ anya na Subkayak D46 Kayak Asọmpi na Njem Ntụrụndụ ga-abụ ihe e mepụtara kacha enweta otuto, na-edu ọnọdụ ma bụrụ ihe ncheta nke na-enye uru na-adịbeghị mgbe ọ bụla. Design a meriri A' Design Award nke Ọlaedo bụ ọrụ dị ebube, a na-asọpụrụ nke na-erite uru buru ibu ma na-ebuga oke nka, sayensị, design na teknụzụ n'ihu. Subkayak D46 Kayak Asọmpi na Njem Ntụrụndụ na-eweta mmetụta ọchịchọ siri ike, na-akpali agụụ, na-akwado nzụlite ihe ma na-adọrọ anyị adọrọ.

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Unique Properties: The D46 kayak offerst a two-section design offering enhanced customization options despite being made of a single composite material. Additionally, it incorporates 3D printed components, such as a rudder hatch cover and flag holder, which can be customized according to the buyer's preferences, including logos and a choice of colors. These parts are made-to-order and provide a level of personalization for the owners to express their style while maintaining the functionality of the kayak.
Dimensions & Packaging: 5200 mm x 460 mm x 310 mm

Crafted using vacuum infusion that ensures even resin distribution.
Incorporates foam, fiberglass or carbon fiber, and epoxy-vinylester, balancing durability with light weight.
Customization option from simple color selections to complex paint jobs. Customizable 3D printed components (race number holder, rudder hatch cover), available in any colors and with debossed graphics.

3D Printed parts:
SLS 3D Print: Nylon PA12, Dyed black
MJF 3D Print: Nylon PA12, Any color
Tags: Kayak Design, Racing Kayak, Leisure Kayak, Touring Kayak, 3D Printing, Watercraft, Boat Design, Watersport, Carbon Fiber, Speed
Production Technology: Starting with 3D scanning and reverse engineering one of Subkayak's hand-built kayak for millimeter-precise hull replication to match its hydrodynamic performance. Further development included mood boards, concept sketches, renders and numerous small-scale 3D printed draft prototypes before making the final CAD file with G3 surface continuity for a sculpted aesthetic. CNC machining of a full-size foam model followed, forming the foundation to create the master moulds to manufacture the D46.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was translating a physical kayak's precise hydrodynamics into a digital format with millimeter accuracy, essential for competition eligibility and performance. Using 3D scanning for the complex hull surface and integrating the new design features within strict size regulations required precise A-class surface modeling. The project's success depended on a single 1:1 scale CNC-d foam prototype emphasising the need for precise CAD deliverable to achieve a hand-sculpted look.
Research: Our research included surveys to understand amateur and professional kayak users' preferences in design aesthetics, customization, and cockpit ergonomics. Engaging with kayakers through both direct and online methods, we gathered insights via open-ended questions. Findings reveal a strong desire for customization options to express personal style and the need for a wider cockpit for better fit.
Inspiration: The design of the D46 kayak was inspired by the complex surface and material transitions seen in racing boats and sports cars. The aim was to visually break away from the uniformity aesthetics of single-piece kayaks by using form and color to split the kayak into two distinct sections.
Project Duration: The project started in March 2022 in Budapest and finished in January 2023 in Budapest. Since then It was exhibited in Budapest in the Hungarian Design Awards in October 2023.
Operation Flow: The kayak, being lightweight, is easily carried to the water and placed in. The user then sits in the cockpit, securing their feet on footrests and grasping the paddle with both hands. Propulsion is achieved through alternating paddle strokes on each side, while steering is managed by foot pedals controlling the rudder. This setup enables precise navigation and efficient gliding through the water, allowing for a smooth and responsive kayaking experience.
Image Credits: Image Credits: Tamás Fekete