X1 18 Inch Cabin モジュール式スーツケースは by James Zheng is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 A' Design Award 銅賞 in ファッション・トラベルアクセサリーデザイン Competition Category.
銅アクセサリー· 2023
X1 18 Inch Cabin モジュール式スーツケースは
by James Zheng
Client: Pitaka
A' Design Award 銅賞 Winner in アクセサリー Category
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About X1 18 Inch Cabin モジュール式スーツケースは
現在、持続可能なライフスタイルを実践する旅行者が増えており、環境への影響を最小限に抑えるために最善を尽くしています。しかし、荷物は彼らの意志に反していきます。荷物の一部が破損した場合、通常はそれを放棄する以外に何もできません。モジュール式の X1 ラゲッジを使用すると、付属の工具を使用して損傷した部品を交換または修理できるため、廃棄物が削減されます。また、モジュール設計により、スーツケースを高度にカスタマイズできることも意味します。
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award 銅賞
X1 18 Inch Cabin モジュール式スーツケースはは、創造性、独創性、鋭い洞察力で際立つ傑出したデザインに授与される、高い権威をもつ評価である A' Design Award 銅賞の受賞作品です。銅賞の受賞作品は、十分に巧みで印象的なほど創造的な工芸品であり、デザイナーの豊富な経験、想像力、機知を裏づけています。X1 18 Inch Cabin モジュール式スーツケースはは、高く評価され、称賛され、愛される品であり、顕著にプロフェッショナルで革新的であることが期待されます。この A' Design Award 銅賞を受賞したデザインは、芸術・科学・デザイン・技術のベストプラクティスを取り入れており、細部への配慮に優れています。X1 18 Inch Cabin モジュール式スーツケースはは、ニーズを見事に満たし、欲求に触れ、感情を魅了し、好奇心を引きつけます。
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- X1 18 Inch Cabin redefines suitcases by solving the problem that suitcases can’t be repaired and are not highly customized.The modular carbon fiber suitcase allows customers to replace or repair the damaged parts with provided tools instead of throwing the suitcase away. In addition,molecular recycling technology is applied to produce recyclable carbon fiber composite materials and circular technology to promote sustainable design so that a closed loop production system is possible.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Dimension : L 440mm x W 245mm x H 393mm / H 1035mm（with handle stretch length） Weight : 5kg
- Tags
- PITAKA, carbon fiber, suitcase, luggage, travel, trip, modular design, check-in, carry-on luggage, sustainability
- Production Technology
- X1 has a hard shell made of magnesium alloy using semi-solid injection molding technology and covered by carbon fiber. It uses a vegan leather cover to secure belongings. The luggage will be assembled by hand piece by piece, like cars. And its modular structure allows for easy repair and replacement. In addition, we use molecular recycling technology to make recycled/recyclable carbon fiber composite materials and use circular technology to promote sustainable design so that a closed-loop production system is possible.
- Design Challenge
- The biggest challenge we encountered was combining different materials in the modular-structured suitcase. It’s tricky to keep the carbon fiber fabric in good shape while integrating it with the magnesium alloy frame. We spent a lot of time and effort working with other companies to develop molecular recycling technology to create recyclable carbon fiber. We had to make sure the leather cover is smooth and comfortable to touch and could stand upright. And we tried many processes to reduce the weight of the metal frame without compromising durability.
- Research
- Some of our designers and product managers are regular business travelers. They noticed that most luggage nowadays look and work alike. And if a small part is damaged, the luggage becomes useless, which is definitely not good for the environment and doesn’t meet people’s demand for a sustainable lifestyle. So they visited some luggage factories, did tons of marketing research, and came up with modular luggage.
- Inspiration
- Luggage or suitcases has become a daily accessory. But in recent years, we rarely saw any innovation in the suitcase industry. On the other hand, people’s demand for a suitcase has changed.PITAKA, a pioneer in using innovative technology and new materials, wants to provide a simple, refined, environmentally friendly, and fashionable travel solution to serve humanity as we always do.
- Project Duration
- The project was conceptualized in 2021 and the initial product prototype was made in April 2022; it will be launched in December 2022.
- Operation Flow
- X1 has separate compartments to store different items for different purposes. The interior folio can hold laptops and tablets and be removed for a quick airport security check. The magnetic leather cover allows easy access to items inside the luggage. Thus, you can easily organize or take your items from the luggage to avoid awkward moments when you travel. The 360-degree large spinner wheels and the rotatable airplane throttle-like handle ensure a smooth ride and effortless maneuverability.
- Patents
- Patented:Appearance design
Patent No:2022302922358
Patent Holder:PITAKA
Year:2022
Jurisdiction:Subject to the six views of the appearance - Team Members
- James ZHENG Min HUANG Senzhao LU
- Image Credits
- PITAKA
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