Pineal 虛擬實境頭戴裝置 by Mohamad Montazeri is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2021 A' Design Award 銅獎 in 電腦設計 Competition Category.

銅電腦· 2021

Pineal 虛擬實境頭戴裝置

by Mohamad Montazeri

Client: Arena Design Academy

A' Design Award 銅獎 Winner in 電腦 Category

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The Design

About Pineal 虛擬實境頭戴裝置

Pineal係一款獨立式虛擬實境頭戴裝置,唔需要連接電腦或者手機都可以運作。呢款頭戴裝置重436克,採用輕量物料製造。簡潔嘅造型同埋冇複雜細節嘅設計,令呢款頭戴裝置使用更加方便。控制器、頭帶同埋襯墊嘅人體工學設計都經過改良,提升舒適度同支撐性。布質頭帶可以按頭部大小調校,襯墊亦都採用透氣物料。頭戴裝置同控制器之間透過藍牙自動連接。呢個名稱嚟自大腦入面嘅松果腺。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銅獎

Pineal 虛擬實境頭戴裝置是 A' Design Award 銅獎得主，這是授予以創造力、獨創性和敏銳見長的傑出設計的極具聲望的認可。銅獎得主是技藝嫻熟、創意驚人的作品，印證了其設計師豐富的經驗、想像力與機智。預計Pineal 虛擬實境頭戴裝置將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的物品，兼具顯著的專業性與創新性。這件贏得 A' Design Award 銅獎的設計融入藝術、科學、設計和技術領域的最佳實踐，並因注重細節而出類拔萃。Pineal 虛擬實境頭戴裝置出色地滿足需求，觸動渴望，迷住情感，並吸引好奇心。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Pineal is a standalone VR headset and can be used without the need for a computer or mobile phone. Pineal is lighter because it is made of lighter materials. It is easier to use due to the design factors and pure form and avoiding any complexity. The ergonomics of the controllers have been improved for more comfort while using. The ergonomics of the strap and cushion have also been improved to increase balance and support.
Dimensions & Packaging: Headset Dimensions: 180.9 mm x 117 mm x 141 mm
Headset Weight: 436 g
Controllers Dimensions: 87 mm x 115 mm
Controller Weight: 120 g
Tags: Virtual reality, VR, VR Headset, Standalone VR, PINEAL, Motion Controller, Smart, Gaming,
Production Technology: The product has fine details and textures on the surface, which are preserved by CNC molding to preserve them during the manufacturing process, and finally made by heat model injection. The strap is made of fabric material that is secured with plastic and is adjustable to the size of the head. The cushion is made of breathable fabric material.
Design Challenge: Encouraging users to use a VR headset is one of the most important challenges for VR headset manufacturers. Improving the design and beauty of the product, improving the quality of use, shrinking and becoming lighter than the existing models, improving the ergonomics of the controllers, headset strap and cushions, have been examples of the challenges of this project.
Research: VR is a young technology. Its potentials and users' needs must be constantly evaluated. The research was conducted in two parts and in parallel. The first part: VR user research. This part included researching user feedback on previous uses and classifying and analyzing them. The second part: ergonomic research of the product. Ergonomic research and studies were conducted to improve the ergonomic form of the controllers and the cushion form of the headset for better and easier use.
Inspiration: The name of this VR headset is Pineal. It is inspired by the Pineal gland. The Pineal is the name of a gland in the brain that is located deep in the brain and between the left and right hemispheres of the brain. The Pineal gland has historically been the symbol of the third eye. The Pineal headset is the third eye that enables the experience of seeing the world of virtual reality.
Project Duration: This 17-month project was announced in February 2021.
Operation Flow: Turn on the headset by pressing the power button on the product. Put the headset on. You can adjust the straps to fit your head easily. If necessary, adjust the distance between the lenses and your eyes with the adjusting scroll wheel under the product. When the device is turned on, the controllers will connect to the headset automatically. The headset and controllers are connected together via Bluetooth. Pineal is a standalone VR headset and can be used without the need for a computer or mobile phone. If you need a Wi-Fi internet connection, hold the power button for 5 seconds and then select your desired network by the motion controller and connect to it. Pure design and avoidance of formal and functional complexities, has made the process of visual use simple, which makes working with it easy and enjoyable for everyone.
Image Credits: Image #1 : Creator Mohamad Montazeri, Pineal, 2021.
Image #2 : Creator Mohamad Montazeri, Pineal, 2021.
Image #3 : Creator Mohamad Montazeri, Pineal, 2021.
Image #4 : Creator Mohamad Montazeri, Pineal, 2021.
Image #5 : Creator Mohamad Montazeri, Pineal, 2021.