The Brief: redesign a drone controller based on the design language of a chosen brand

Initial Stages

Touchpoint

  • It was decided that Lotus would give the most design potential
  • Taking inspiration from air inlets, more encapsulating forms were explored
  • Clay was explored for quick and easy modelling, and to mimic automotive practices

 

Converge

Touchpoint

  • Overall, I am happy with the result of this model, however, while some Lotus design elements can be seen, it is not to the standard I was expecting
  • The design must now be developed for injection moulding
Diverge

The Final Result

Conclusions and Forecast

This project has massively developed my CAD abillity. From all of the new tools I can use, namely surface modelling, form modelling and the manufacture worksapce, to generally boosting my modelling know how and proper CAD hygiene! 

 

My eyes have been opened to the considerations one must take when designing for injection moulding. Additionally, Fusion360 has a whole host of clever features which I can now use to catch any contradictory design choices.

 

I will not be able to design in the same manner upon completing this long and detailed brief!