My project aims to revolutionise dance footwear by creating a sustainable pointe shoe that addresses the wastefulness and short lifespan associated with traditional models. Through innovative design, incorporating 3D printed elements and a modular/detachable box and shank, I seek to offer dancers a customisable and durable option. The focus is not only on sustainability but also on ensuring the shoes are comfortable and functional, akin to traditional counterparts. I am looking for some help in what type of materials I could use.
My design, 'MediBloom', aims to provide a solution for the
lack of greenery in children's hospitals using a simple hydroponic system that
eliminates the need for soil, reducing bacterial and mould risks. It features
interactive elements like RGB LED lights for a night lamp effect and small
whiteboards for games and personal expression. Powered by a solar battery, it
offers a sustainable, safe alternative to a regular battery or wired device.
The included 'gift box' promotes creativity and engagement through educational
activities, supporting the young users' well-being while allowing them to
customize and interact with their environment.
My idea for my major work stems from my big passion for fashion and sustainability. Through research and my own experience in sewing garments, there are often too many leftover offcuts of odd sizes that would either end up in a pile or landfill. Therefore, my aim is to reduce waste through the concept of up-cycling by utilising leftover fabric offcuts and old garments as my main materials to create beautiful and creative wearable clothing. In my designs, I aim to focus on exploring techniques using offcuts that are different from patchwork. I would greatly appreciate any feedback.
In 2022 QBE revealed they had over 3,000 hailstorm-related claims, with a total claims value of over $70 million and an average cost of $21,000 per policy. Additionally, Cars that had a low market value would be prone to being written off from hail damage alone. Therefore, I aim to create a portable, lightweight, simple solution that will help protect an individual's car from hail damage when they have no access to shelter.Any suggestions for potential materials, portable compact storage ideas and testing would be greatly appreciated, Along with any other ideas.
This is my current design for a side table that converts into a spare dining chair. My target market is those who live in small housing spaces and don't have space to store spare dining chairs. On top of that, 23.5kg of timber is thrown into landfills per household on average every year. Having a convertible product will help eliminate this type of waste. The way the mechanism works involves the shelf sliding out from the base and attaching to the top of the table by slotting onto the metal rods as seen in the image. Metal rods are removable.
"Medi-Wear" is a line of medical clothing specifically designed to integrate medicine. The Medi-Wear line will focus on addressing females managing Asthma as the prevalence is far higher. As exercise is one of the leading factors that can induce an asthma attack, the clothing line will be an activewear range that can hold and hide medication such as asthma puffers. Additionally, Medi-Wear will have a linked app that allows users to create a profile with their name, medical condition, action plan, personal emergency contact, emergency services and a GPS location finder. This information is accessed through a linked QR code.
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Circular Economy Pioneers Australia - Chelsea McLean
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