Gentle X Mswaki wa Umeme by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne

Gentle X Mswaki wa Umeme by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award in Usanifu wa Urembo, Utunzaji Binafsi na Bidhaa za Vipodozi Competition Category.

ChumaBidhaa ya Vipodozi· 2025

Gentle X Mswaki wa Umeme

by Kunal Momaya and Atul Zanjurne

Client: Tusk Oral Care

Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award Winner in Bidhaa ya Vipodozi Category

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The Design

About Gentle X Mswaki wa Umeme

Gentle X ni mswaki wa umeme ulioundwa kwa ajili ya usafi wa kila siku wa kinywa. Mswaki huu hushikamana kwa nguvu ya sumaku kwenye kituo kilichowekwa ukutani ambacho pia hutumika kama kituo cha kuchaji bila waya, hivyo kifaa hubaki mbali na nyuso za bafuni na kupunguza uwezekano wa uchafuzi mtambuka. Njia tatu za kupiga mswaki zinapatikana: Usafi, Unyeti na Uangavu. Nyuzi laini za mkaa hutoa usafi wa upole, na kifuniko cha safari chenye mwanga wa UV-C husafisha nyuzi wakati wa kuhifadhi. Mwili mwembamba wa mswaki una ukadiriaji wa IPX7 kwa kustahimili maji, na injini ya sauti (sonic) hufikia mitetemo 40,000 kwa dakika.

The Recognition

About the Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award

Gentle X Mswaki wa Umeme ni mshindi wa Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award, utambuzi wenye heshima unaotolewa kwa miundo mizuri inayokidhi mahitaji ya kitaalamu na ya kiviwanda yanayotarajiwa kutoka kwa kazi zilizobuniwa vizuri. Washindi wa Chuma huonyesha ustadi mkubwa, utaalamu wa hali ya juu, uelewa wa kitaalamu na uwezo wa kibunifu wa waumbaji wao. Gentle X Mswaki wa Umeme inatarajiwa kuwa kazi inayothaminiwa sana, kupendwa na kuenziwa, ambayo ni ya vitendo na bunifu. Muundo huu ulioshinda Tuzo ya Chuma ya A' Design Award unajumuisha mbinu bora za tasnia na una sifa za kiufundi zenye uwezo zilizounganishwa na ujuzi na kipaji. Gentle X Mswaki wa Umeme inaheshimiwa kwa uangalifu wake na imebuniwa kutoa maboresho ya ubora wa maisha yanayosaidia kuufanya ulimwengu kuwa mahali bora zaidi.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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