Ecool Igikorwa Nyamukuru: Igare Rito Rigendanwa Rikoreshwa n'Abenshi by Wai Yin Chai

Ecool Igikorwa Nyamukuru: Igare Rito Rigendanwa Rikoreshwa n'Abenshi by Wai Yin Chai is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze in Igishushanyo cya Sikuteri Competition Category.

BuronzeSikuteri· 2025

Ecool Igikorwa Nyamukuru: Igare Rito Rigendanwa Rikoreshwa n'Abenshi

by Wai Yin Chai

Client: Ecool

Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze Winner in Sikuteri Category

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The Design

About Ecool Igikorwa Nyamukuru: Igare Rito Rigendanwa Rikoreshwa n'Abenshi

Umwandiko w'Igitabo: Ecool ni igare rito ryubatswe mu buryo bw'ibice bigenda bikoranywa, ryagenewe ubwikorezi busangiwe mu mijyi igendera ku gahunda y'iminota 15. Uburyo bwo kubyika bukoreshwa n'ikirenge mu ntambwe imwe bugabanya ubuso bufatwa igihe igare rihagaze, kikazigama umwanya mu mijyi. Igikorwa cyo kubyika gikorwa nta gupfundika bisabwa, bityo bikorohereza abakoresha bafite ubumuga cyangwa ingorane zo kwimuka. Ibirindiro byo kwikuriza amashanyarazi bishyigikira imicungire y'imodoka nyinshi kandi bikagabanya ibyago byo kuzimira. Igikonjeranyo cy'igare gikorwa mu ivuguruzwa ry'aluminiyumu risubiwemo binyuze mu buryo bwo gushongesha no gushushanya (die-casting), naho ibice bya ABS na PC bisubiwemo bikongera imbaraga n'ubunini bw'igihe gikoreshwa. Ibice bigenda bikoranywa bituma bishoboka kubihindura no kubisana byoroshye, bikongera igihe igare rimara rikoreshwa.

The Recognition

About the Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze

Ecool Igikorwa Nyamukuru: Igare Rito Rigendanwa Rikoreshwa n'Abenshi ni uwegukanye Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze, ishimwe ry'agaciro gakomeye ritangwa ku bishushanyo by'indashyikirwa birangwa no guhanga, ubwenge n'ubushishozi. Abegukanye Buronze ni ibihangano bifite ubuhanga bwinshi kandi bihanga cyane, bishimangira uburambe, ubwenge n'ubushobozi bw'ababihanze. Ecool Igikorwa Nyamukuru: Igare Rito Rigendanwa Rikoreshwa n'Abenshi biteganyijwe ko izaba ikintu cyubahwa, gishimwa kandi gikundwa, gifite ubunyamwuga n'udushya. Iki gishushanyo cyegukanye Buronze gikoresha uburyo bwiza mu buhanzi, ubumenyi, ubushushanyo n'ikoranabuhanga kandi kirarenze mu gutaha ku tuntu duto. Ecool Igikorwa Nyamukuru: Igare Rito Rigendanwa Rikoreshwa n'Abenshi ishimisha ibyo dukeneye, ikora ku byifuzo byacu, itwara amarangamutima yacu kandi ikurura amatsiko yacu.

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.