Meeting: 3
Mentor: present
Time: 0800-1320
Venue: Space, Tech Centre, HCI
Present: Alvin, Zhen Hui, Yi Xuan, Eugene
Absent: None
Assigned tasks done:
Zhen Hui
Matters discussed:
1) Confirmation of idea
Idea has been confirmed by mentor to be feasible. Thumbs up! :P
2) Development of idea
Idea titled: ¡bOxx!
Fold method: Flap-like folding; ability to store items when folded.
Using Velcro for attaching; hinges for flexibility:
Material set as wood.
3) Discussion of idea with mentor
Points raised:
Box may bend due to incompatible sizes
4) Solution of problems
A hook-and-ring design to keep the box open:
5) PowerPoint development
1st presentation; feedback given:
Design works in theory but may not in actual model
Missing links in presentation
How to counter disadvantages of box
6) Compilation of market research
Existing designs:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Hello‑Kitty‑Teddy‑Bear‑Foldable‑Storage‑Case‑Box‑6BX0_W0QQitemZ220387065097QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item220387065097&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A120566%3A265%3A1239%3A1240%3A1318301%3A1293%3A1294%3A50
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofWLcDsx5tA
http://www.freepatentsonline.com/5429261.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofWLcDsx5tA
http://www.freepatentsonline.com/5429261.html
Tasks assigned:
Alvin: Create market survey
Eugene: Improve on PowerPoint