Naxaas Iskuutar · 2025
Ecool Shaqada Koowaad: Iskuutar Wadaag ah oo Isku-dhafan
by Wai Yin Chai
- Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award 2025 in Iskuutar
- CLIENT: Ecool
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 13,050
- Verification code 18DEB1C7C7 · Verify this award
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About Ecool Shaqada Koowaad: Iskuutar Wadaag ah oo Isku-dhafan
Qoraalka Buugga: Ecool waa iskuutar isku-dhafan oo loogu talagalay dhaqdhaqaaq wadaag ah oo ku saabsan magaalooyinka 15-daqiiqo. Habka laalaabista oo tallaabo-hal-ah oo lugta lagu shido ayaa yareeya baaxadda goobta lagu dhigto oo badbaadiya meel bannaan oo magaalada. Falka laalaabistu wuxuu u shaqeeyaa isaga oo aan lagu foororin, taasoo hagaajisa gelitaanka isticmaalayaasha xaddidan awoodda dhaqdhaqaaqa. Xarumaha shishaynta ee tareenka waxay taageeraan maaraynta duulaanka gawaarida waxayna yareeyaan luminta. Qaabdhismeedka waxaa laga sameeyay aluminium dib-loo-warshadeeyay oo la shubay, halka balaastigga ABS iyo PC ee dib loo warshadeeyay ay ku daraan adkaysi. Qaybaha isku-dhafan waxay u oggolaadaan gaar-u-yeelid fudud iyo dayactir, taasoo kordhisa cimriga adeegga iskuutarka.
About the Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award
Ecool Shaqada Koowaad: Iskuutar Wadaag ah oo Isku-dhafan waa guuleystaha Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award, aqoonsi sharaf sare leh oo la siiyo naqshado aan caadi ahayn oo lagu garto hal-abuur, hal-abuur cusub iyo caqli. Guuleystayaasha Naxaasta waa shaqooyin xirfad buuxda leh iyo hal-abuur yaab leh oo xaqiijiya khibrad weyn, male-awaal iyo kartida naqshadeeyayaashooda. Ecool Shaqada Koowaad: Iskuutar Wadaag ah oo Isku-dhafan waa walax la filayo inay noqoto mid aad loo tixgeliyo, la ixtiraamo oo la jecel yahay, xirfad cad leh oo hal-abuur cusub leh. Naqshadahan ku guuleystay Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award wuxuu ku darsadaa hab-dhaqanno ugu wanaagsan farshaxanka, sayniska, naqshadaynta iyo tignoolajiyada wuxuuna ku fiican yahay dhawrista tafaasiisha. Ecool Shaqada Koowaad: Iskuutar Wadaag ah oo Isku-dhafan si fiican ayay u buuxisaa baahiyaha, taabataa rabitaannada, soo jiidataa dareenka kicinayaanna xiisaha aqoonta.
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- 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.
