Gentle X Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Cadayska Ilkaha ee Korontada by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne

Gentle X Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Cadayska Ilkaha ee Korontada by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award in Naqshadeynta Quruxda, Daryeelka Shakhsiga iyo Alaabta Qurux-beegga Competition Category.

BirAlaabta Quruxda· 2025

Gentle X Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Cadayska Ilkaha ee Korontada

by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne

Client: Tusk Oral Care

Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award Winner in Alaabta Quruxda Category

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The Design

About Gentle X Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Cadayska Ilkaha ee Korontada

Qoraalka Buugga: Gentle X waa cadayska ilkaha ee korontada loogu talagalay daryeelka afka ee maalinlaha ah. Burushku wuxuu ku dheggan yahay si magnetic ah saldhig ku rakiban gidaarka oo sidoo kale u shaqeeya sidii xarun shays korontaydaan la'aan, taasoo dhig weyneysa in aaladda laga fogeeyo dusha qolka musqusha oo yaraysa halista wasakhaynta iskudhexgalka. Waxaa la bixiyaa saddex nooc oo burushnimo ah: Nadaafad, Xasaasiyad iyo Cadaynta ilkaha. Xudhaha dhuxusha ah ee jilicsan ayaa siinaya nadiifin jilicsan, halka koofiyad safar oo leh iftiin UV-C ay nadiifiso xudhaha inta lagu kaydinayo. Jirka khafiifka ah wuxuu leeyahay heer IPX7 oo iska caabin biyaha ah, halka mishiinka sonic-ku uu gaarayo 40,000 gariir daqiiqadkiiba.

The Recognition

About the Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award

Gentle X Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Cadayska Ilkaha ee Korontada waa guuleystaha Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award, aqoonsi sharaf leh oo la siiyo naqshado wanaagsan oo buuxiya shuruudaha xirfadeed iyo kuwa warshadeed ee laga filayo hal-abuurro si wanaagsan loo naqshadeeyay. Guuleystayaasha Birta waxay muujiyaan xirfad weyn, takhasus sare, fahan khabiir iyo awood hal-abuur oo abuurayaashooda. Gentle X Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Cadayska Ilkaha ee Korontada waa hal-abuur la filayo inuu noqdo mid aad loo tixgeliyo, la ixtiraamo oo la jecel yahay, wax ku ool ah oo cusub. Naqshadahan ku guuleystay Abaalmarinta Birta ah ee A' Design Award wuxuu isku daraa hab-dhaqannada ugu wanaagsan warshadda wuxuuna leeyahay sifooyin farsamo oo karti leh oo ku xiran aqoon iyo hibo. Dhammaystirkeeda awgeed, Gentle X Shaqada Ugu Weyn: Cadayska Ilkaha ee Korontada waa mudan ixtiraam, waxaana loo naqshadeeyay inay keento hagaajin nololeed oo ka caawisa in adduunka laga dhigo meel ka wanaagsan.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: GentleX redefines smart oral care with a wireless, magnetic charging system and an elegant wall mounted dock. This elevated design reduces cross-contamination on bathroom surfaces. Its Travel Cap with UV-C sterilization ensures complete hygiene on the go, while the ultrasleek form factor makes it compact yet powerful.
Dimensions & Packaging: Diameter: 20 mm x Height: 223 mm, Charging type: Wireless magnetic charging (integrated dock) & Type-C, Vibration speed: 40,000 vibrations/min, Working Voltage: 4.2V ~ 3.2V, Battery life: 40 days (2x/day, 2 min/session) & upto 100 days (with Wall Mount), Battery Specification: Li-ion battery, 10440 model, 550mAh, Waterproof Rating: IPX7, Motor Type: Sonic Motor
Tags: Electric Toothbrush, Oral Care, Wireless Charging Mount, Magnetic Wall Mount, UV-C Sterilisation, Travel-Friendly Design
Production Technology: GentleX has IPX 7 water-resistance keeping it protected against splashes and moisture.
Design Challenge: The biggest challenge in designing GentleX was integrating wireless charging into a slim, ergonomic form while ensuring 100 days battery life and IPX7 waterproofing. Embedding a compact coil system, optimizing power efficiency, and achieving seamless sealing required multiple PCB iterations and precision engineering. Advanced CAD modeling, material selection, and prototyping helped create a minimalist, high-performance design.
Research: The design of GentleX is rooted in extensive research on oral hygiene and user preferences. Ergonomic studies guided the toothbrush’s shape and size for maximum user comfort. Collaborations with dental professionals ensured compliance with oral health standards. Research on UV-C light verified its efficacy in bacterial elimination, and tests on bristle materials optimized gentleness and cleaning efficiency, resulting in a toothbrush that meets both practical and aesthetic needs.
Inspiration: GentleX is inspired by the elephant (strong, intelligent, and gentle), symbolizing both power and care in oral hygiene. Traditional toothbrushes and many existing electric models often lack ergonomics, hygiene solutions, and convenience-driven features. We envisioned GentleX as a seamless blend of technology, hygiene, and aesthetics, transforming the daily routine of brushing into an effortless and premium experience.
Project Duration: Duration: 4 to 5 months (Started- Sept 12 2024, completed- Jan 5 2025), Location: Mumbai (India)
Operation Flow: The toothbrush magnetically attaches to the wall mount, which serves as a wireless charging dock. Users can switch between three brushing modes- Clean, Sensitive, and Whitening to suit individual needs. The UV-C Travel Cap actively disinfects the bristles, ensuring bacteria-free storage. The soft charcoal bristles provide a deep yet gentle clean, ensuring optimal oral health.
Team Members: Kunal Momaya, Atul Zanjurne, Taranjeet Kaur, Utkarsh Singh