Developing the next generation of a 3D bioprinter, adding complexity while maintaining ease-of-use
MISSION
Develop advanced version of existing 3D bioprinter.
Improve product performance, manufacturing and assembly.
Develop the already appreciated user experience of predecessor.
METHOD
Interviews and observations with users, manufacturers and production line.
Iterative prototypes, from small to full-scale.
Verification through simulations, user and performance testing
OUTCOME
Improved printing, temperature and sterility performance.
Increased speed and quality of product production, through modular design and change of manufacturing methods.
Red Dot 2021, iF Gold Award 2021, German Design Awards 2022
CONTRIBUTIONS
Plan and perform research.
Build and test proof of concepts.
Hardware architect.
Design of all user touch-points.
New door mechanism for sterility.
Illumination redesign for ergonomic work environment.
Mechanical analysis of motion and rigidity
Concept visualization
Building full system prototype
Testing and refining the door mechanism
The final product in use
