Subkayak D46 Rase- og Turkajakk av Tamas Fekete

Designet Subkayak D46 Rase- og Turkajakk av Tamas Fekete er en høyt verdsatt vinner av den svært prestisjetunge 2025 A' Design Award i Gull i konkurransekategorien Sportsutstyr, trenings- og fritidsutstyrdesign.

GullSportsutstyr· 2025

Subkayak D46 Rase- og Turkajakk

av Tamas Fekete

Klient: Openend Design Ltd.

Vinner av A' Design Award i Gull i kategorien Sportsutstyr

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Om Subkayak D46 Rase- og Turkajakk

Subkayak D46 er designet for både turpadling og racing, med fokus på ytelse og estetikk. Den visuelle designen har en optisk oppdeling i to distinkte seksjoner, som gir den et gjenkjennelig utseende. Kajakken støtter ulike tilpasningsmuligheter gjennom bruk av 3D-printede komponenter. Elementer som deksler til rorluke og flaggholdere kan produseres på bestilling, noe som muliggjør tilpasninger i form, farge eller branding. Denne tilnærmingen gjør det mulig for brukere å personalisere kajakken etter individuelle preferanser samtidig som helhetlig funksjonalitet og design opprettholdes.

Anerkjennelsen

Om A' Design Award i Gull

Subkayak D46 Rase- og Turkajakk er vinner av A' Design Award i Gull, en enormt prestisjefylt anerkjennelse som tildeles førsteklasses, praktfulle og enestående design. Gullvinnere er usedvanlig nyskapende, visjonære og glamorøst blendende skaperverk som gjenspeiler designernes geni, visdom og dyktighet. Subkayak D46 Rase- og Turkajakk forventes å være en høyt rost, trendsettende og monumental oppfinnelse som gir enestående verdi. Dette designet, som har vunnet A' Design Award i Gull, er et spektakulært, respektert prosjekt som i høy grad gagner og flytter grensene for kunst, vitenskap, design og teknologi. Subkayak D46 Rase- og Turkajakk skaper intense følelser av begjær, vekker lidenskap, oppmuntrer til kreativitet og fascinerer oss.

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Krediteringer, teammedlemmer og tekniske detaljer levert av designeren.

Unike egenskaper: 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.
Dimensjoner og emballasje: 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
Stikkord: Kayak Design, Racing Kayak, Leisure Kayak, Touring Kayak, 3D Printing, Watercraft, Boat Design, Watersport, Carbon Fiber, Speed
Produksjonsteknologi: 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.
Designutfordring: 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.
Forskning: 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.
Inspirasjon: 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.
Prosjektvarighet: 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.
Driftsflyt: 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.
Teammedlemmer: Tamás Fekete
Bildekreditering: Image Credits: Tamás Fekete