Mercku M6 Wi-Fi роутер by Ronghao Jin is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2021 Золота нагорода A' Design Award in Комп'ютер Competition Category.
ЗолотоКомп'ютер· 2021
Mercku M6 Wi-Fi роутер
by Ronghao Jin
Client: Mercku Inc
Золота нагорода A' Design Award Winner in Комп'ютер Category
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The Design
About Mercku M6 Wi-Fi роутер
M6 — це бездротовий mesh-роутер, розроблений для домашніх мереж. M6 використовує технологію Wi-Fi 6 та власну антенну систему WHEMS для забезпечення широкого покриття та високих швидкостей. Вертикальний корпус натхненний автомобільними формами і замінює прямокутний корпус та зовнішні антени звичайних роутерів. Пасивні вентиляційні отвори розташовані поруч з основним чипсетом, а приховані канали проходять уздовж країв, тому тепло відводиться без зміни лаконічного зовнішнього вигляду. Налаштування працює за принципом plug and play, а мобільний застосунок та веб-інтерфейс дозволяють дистанційне керування.
The Recognition
About the Золота нагорода A' Design Award
Mercku M6 Wi-Fi роутер є переможцем Золотої нагороди A' Design Award — надзвичайно престижного визнання, що присуджується першокласним, чудовим і видатним дизайнам. Переможці Золотої нагороди — це надзвичайно інноваційні, візіонерські та блискуче вражаючі творіння, що відображають геніальність, мудрість і майстерність своїх дизайнерів. Очікується, що Mercku M6 Wi-Fi роутер буде високо вихваляним, трендовим і монументальним винаходом, що приносить безпрецедентну цінність. Цей дизайн-переможець Золотої нагороди A' Design Award — вражаючий, поважний проєкт, який надзвичайно корисний і розширює межі мистецтва, науки, дизайну й технологій. Mercku M6 Wi-Fi роутер викликає інтенсивні почуття бажання, збуджує пристрасть, заохочує творчість і захоплює нас.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Mercku's M6 AX Mesh System represents the leap from current router solutions to Wi-Fi 6. The M6 combines next-generation technology with proprietary WHEMS antenna innovation to create a high-performance wireless router that overcomes conventional design hurdles through the unification of industrial design and engineering expertise. Housing this powerful technology is a sleek and elegant shell with integrated passive cooling vents for maximized system performance and device longevity.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Router Dimensions (L x W x H): 140 x 53 x 206 mm
Packaging Dimensions (L x W x H): 210 x 60 x 215 mm - Tags
- Wi-Fi, Connectivity, AX, Mesh, Router, Mercku
- Production Technology
- Mercku's M6 AX Mesh System transcends the traditional sense of boxy Wi-Fi routers with protruding antennas by unifying form and function without compromising performance. After conducting hundreds of thermal simulations, Mercku overcomes the challenge of heat dissipation by placing passive cooling channels adjacent to the main heat source. With rich silhouettes inspired by automotive design, the M6 seamlessly integrates into any home to give users a sense of high performance even when turned off.
- Design Challenge
- The main challenge in minimizing router size is inadequate heat dissipation, and the failure to address it adequately can negatively impact device longevity and performance. The M6's shell design is elegant and seamlessly incorporates passive cooling vents adjacent to each side of the primary heat-producing IPQ6000 chipset. The upright design and hidden channels along the device's edges are also conducive to heat dissipation without compromising its appearance.
- Research
- While designing the M6 AX Wi-Fi System, Mercku conducted in-depth heat dissipation simulations and research using Flo Therm XT software. Throughout testing, the M6's product temperature was reduced by 23% compared to similar tiered products, significantly improving product stability.
To optimize the M6's user experience, Mercku conducted several questionnaires to provide the design and engineering team with insights into how to make the product more user-friendly. 450 questionnaires later, the team was able to identify optimal port and button placements as well as additional software features that customers seek, incorporating them into the final design of the M6. - Inspiration
- As the number of connected home automation and IoT devices increases in homes, Wi-Fi networks will bottleneck and operate less efficiently. Mercku strives to lead the change for better home connectivity by combining the latest Wi-Fi 6 technology with proprietary innovation, transforming the way networks handle data routing and speeds without compromising aesthetics. Inspired by automotive design, the M6 AX Mesh System mimics that of fast, high-performance sports cars.
- Project Duration
- The design project began in April 2020 and was completed in December 2020. The M6 AX Mesh System was first exhibited at CES January 2021.
- Operation Flow
- The M6 AX System is backed by Mercku's proprietary WHEMS antenna system and the latest Wi-Fi 6 technology, giving users even better Wi-Fi coverage and speeds. It has a simple plug-and-play set-up that installs in minutes for any level of technical comprehension. To accompany the powerful hardware, the M6 comes with Mercku's companion mobile application and web interface that have a simple, intuitive user interface to enable users with remote access to features at any time, anywhere.
- Patents
- Mercku Inc.
- Team Members
- Ronghao Jin
- Image Credits
- Mercku Inc.
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