Kaze 模組化流動充電站 by Xiao Han is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 A' Design Award 銀獎 in 能源設計 Competition Category.

銀能源· 2023

Kaze 模組化流動充電站

by Xiao Han

Client: Yeah Design

A' Design Award 銀獎 Winner in 能源 Category

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The Design

About Kaze 模組化流動充電站

Kaze係一款專為露營而設嘅模組化便攜充電站。Kaze內置多個電源模組，每個模組都有各自嘅容量、接口同輸出。呢啲模組可以拎出嚟，分別放喺營地嘅用餐區、娛樂區同休息區。主機箱可以收納所有模組，亦可以作為一個更大容量嘅充電站使用。機箱同每個模組上面都有顯示屏，顯示電量狀態。產品採用磷酸鐵鋰電池，並配備電池管理系統。電源線收藏喺機箱入面，令產品保持整潔，方便收納。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銀獎

Kaze 模組化流動充電站是 A' Design Award 銀獎得主，這是授予頂級、華美而令人印象深刻的設計的極為崇高的認可。銀獎得主是極其卓越、極具創造力的作品，展現出其設計師傑出的專業技能、才華與敏銳。預計Kaze 模組化流動充電站將成為一件出色的典範之作，兼具非凡的專業性與深刻的創新性。這件贏得 A' Design Award 銀獎的設計是一項備受矚目、令人欽佩的發明，造福並拓展藝術、科學、設計和技術的界限。Kaze 模組化流動充電站是一件令人羨慕的創作，它喚起渴望，帶來積極的情感，並激發驚嘆與讚嘆。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Kaze offers different power supply modules for the different areas of the camp (dining area, entertainment area, rest area). Each power module has a specific set of functions (energy, connections, output, etc.). The modular design allows the power supply to be adapted to the needs of the different areas of the camp. The power station can be easily carried and placed in any position. Different from other modular power stations, Kaze's modular power supplies are integrated into the case and can be accessed quickly. The case can be used as a larger power station. This integrated solution allows Kaze to be stored easily without worrying about water and dust resistance. The case comes with a power cable and instructions for use so that the user can easily use the product. In terms of design, Kaze is more recognisable than other power stations and is suitable for urban camping.
Dimensions & Packaging: Kaze portable power station.
Width 556mm x Depth 140mm x Height 335mm
Power capacity: 1200Wh
Power connector:
5521DC x2
12v car charging port x1
230v AC x2
DC7909 x1
SD45 x1
Function:
High power output
Display screen

Module power supply 01.
Width 270mm x Depth 200mm x Height 105mm
Power capacity:600Wh
Power connector:
5521DC x2
12v car charging port x1
230v AC x2
DC7909 x1
SD45 x1
Additional functions:
High power output
Screen

Module power supply 02.
Width 290mm x Depth 130mm x Height 105mm
Power capacity:350Wh
Power connector:
230v AC x1
5521DC x2
USB-A x2
USB-C x2
Additional functions:
Screen
Lighting

Module power supply 03.
Width 190mm x Depth 125mm x Height 105mm
Power capacity:250Wh
Power connector:
USB-A x2
USB-C x2
Type-C Lighting x1
USB-A Micro x1
Additional functions:
Lighting
Tags: Outdoor, Modular, Energy Product, Device, Portable, User Experience
Production Technology: Lithium iron phosphate battery has the advantages of high operating voltage, high energy density, long cycle life, good safety performance, green environmental protection, small self-discharge rate, and no memory effect. It can be used for large-scale electrical energy storage after forming an energy storage system. Its safety can also be well adapted to outdoor scenes.

Each battery has a built-in Battery Management System (BMS). On the one hand, it ensures that the battery module not only has a difference in size and dimensions but also can do different power output. On the other hand, it can be adapted to a wider range of scenarios.
Design Challenge: The challenge comes from defining the functional requirements of the camping site's various areas(dining area, entertainment area, rest area) and providing a specific power supply (energy, connections, output, etc.) for the particular space. Modular products need to have excellent integration for storage. Otherwise, the product becomes complex and difficult to use. More components and functions also mean that more visual design is needed to facilitate the use of the product.
Research: Type of Research: Design Strategy Study
Research Objectives: Understanding user needs and product status
Methodology: Desktop research, practical research
Insight: Campsites for outdoor camping can often be divided into three functional zones: a preparation area, a recreation area and a rest area. Mobile power stations are used as the energy supply for the campsite, and all the area's appliances need to be based around them, usually creating chaos at the camp.
In order to improve the user's camping experience, it is essential to modularize the mobile power supply according to functional zones. This makes for a tidier campsite and reduces the need for wires and patch panels.
Inspiration: Kaze's design was inspired by the fact that the regular power stations used incamping are always very bulky, which makes it difficult to supply power to different areas. The single and difficult-to-move power station increases the need for patch panels, and the wires used to connect various appliances will cause chaos in the camp. Power stations should help users set up campsites and appliances more conveniently rather than worrying about how to power their devices properly.
Project Duration: The project started in July 2022 in Zhejiang, China and has ended in September 2022 in Zhejiang, China.
Operation Flow: Kaze can supply various charging ports and connect to sockets, cars, and solar panels for charging. There are displays on both the case and the modular power supply to visualise the status of the power supply. In more significant scenarios, we can open the box to take out the modular power station for a more flexible power supply. Each modular power station has power connectors for applications. The power cables are provided inside the case, making it easy to store the product.
Team Members: Chengyong Li
Ting Dong
Xurong Shan
Jingyi Jia