Ecool Mahi Tuatahi: Kutarita Rangirua Tiritahi by Wai Yin Chai

Ecool Mahi Tuatahi: Kutarita Rangirua Tiritahi by Wai Yin Chai is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Parahi in Hoahoa Tūtei Competition Category.

ParahiTūtei· 2025

Ecool Mahi Tuatahi: Kutarita Rangirua Tiritahi

by Wai Yin Chai

Client: Ecool

A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Tūtei Category

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The Design

About Ecool Mahi Tuatahi: Kutarita Rangirua Tiritahi

Kōrero Pukapuka: Ko Ecool he kutarita rangirua i hangaia mō te nekeneke tiritahi i ngā tāone 15-meneti. Ka whakamahia he tikanga kōpaki kotahi-taahiraa e taea ana te whakaoho mā te waewae, e whakaiti ana i te wāhi tū o te kutarita ā ka penapena i te mokowā tāone. Ka mahi te nekehanga kōpaki me te kore piko, e whakapai ake ana i te urunga mā ngā kaiwhakamahi he iti ake te āheinga nekeneke. Ko ngā teihana whakakī hiko ā-arai e tautoko ana i te whakahaere kāhui waka ā ka whakaiti i te ngaromanga. Ko te anga i hangaia mai i te konumohe hangarua mā te whakarewa-maka, ā ko ngā kirihou ABS me PC hangarua e tāpiri ana i te kaha manatoka. Ko ngā wāhanga rangirua e tuku ana i te whakaritenga ngāwari me te tiaki, e whakaroa ana i te oranga ratonga o te kutarita.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Parahi

Ko Ecool Mahi Tuatahi: Kutarita Rangirua Tiritahi te toa o te A' Design Award Parahi, he whakaaetanga tino whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa kōeke e tohua ana mā te auaha, te mahi mōhio me te whakaaro hōhonu. Ko ngā toa Parahi he mahi pukenga e rite ana, he auaha mīharo, e whakatūturu ana i te wheako nui, te whakaaro me te mōhio-ā-ringa o ā rātou kaihoahoa. E tūmanakohia ana ko Ecool Mahi Tuatahi: Kutarita Rangirua Tiritahi he taonga whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he ngaio, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Parahi e whakauru ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa i te toi, te pūtaiao, te hoahoa me te hangarau, ā, he tino mīharo ki ngā taipitopito. Ka whakatutuki a Ecool Mahi Tuatahi: Kutarita Rangirua Tiritahi i ngā hiahia, ka pā ki ngā hiahia, ka whakaoho i ngā kare-ā-roto, ā, ka kume i te pākiki.

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.