The Converti-table represents a solution facilitating laptop use amidst natural settings, thereby enhancing accessibility and productivity in outdoor environments.
Problem Analysis
As the prevalence of remote work and online education continues to rise, individuals find themselves confined within the confines of their homes. While some possess favorable amenities for productivity and learning, a significant portion grapples with limited space and suboptimal working environments. This discrepancy underscores the need for equitable access to conducive spaces for work and study amidst evolving societal trends.
Working in nature has it’s own benefits and working in nature is not convenient due to the limitations from the products available.
Solution
A tool that enables working professionals who work from home or students in university to work with their laptops/ tablets or books in nature(parks or lakes).
Overview
Product Description:
The backpack-table hybrid is designed to seamlessly transition between a portable workstation and a functional table. It caters to remote professionals and students seeking an outdoor workspace for laptops, tablets, or books.
The backpack-table hybrid is designed to seamlessly transition between a portable workstation and a functional table. It caters to remote professionals and students seeking an outdoor workspace for laptops, tablets, or books.
Target Audience:
Primarily designed for individuals aged 18 and above, the product appeals to remote workers and students seeking flexibility in their work or study environments.
Primarily designed for individuals aged 18 and above, the product appeals to remote workers and students seeking flexibility in their work or study environments.
Working Principle:
Equipped with adjustable legs featuring a hinge mechanism, the backpack-table allows for smooth movement, enabling positioning at angles of 0 and 90 degrees. This mechanism ensures stability and ease of use during conversion.
Equipped with adjustable legs featuring a hinge mechanism, the backpack-table allows for smooth movement, enabling positioning at angles of 0 and 90 degrees. This mechanism ensures stability and ease of use during conversion.
Ideation and Exploration
The conversion of a backpack into a table and vice versa offers enhanced mobility and convenience for users. The design mimics a standard backpack appearance while seamlessly transforming into a functional table when needed. Key features include easy conversion within minutes, facilitating effortless position changes and ensuring practicality in various scenarios.
Mock-up’s
The reduced 1:4 scale mockup can withstand weights of up to 4 kg. Its legs seamlessly attach to the side for backpack mode, and unfold into a table when required, optimizing versatility and functionality.
Prototype
Views
The following perspectives depict various angles of the object, with dimensions measuring 44x31x15 cm (LxWxH). The legs are reinforced and stabilized by the side buckles for added support.
Conversion
Compartments
The backpack features three compartments delineated for distinct purposes. The primary zippered section is designated for storing electronic devices such as laptops and iPads. The second compartment is allocated for miscellaneous items, while the third compartment is specifically designed to securely hold a tablet.
Features
