GRADUATION PROJECT

INDUSTRIAL DESIGN (MASTER OF DESIGN)

Vol. 1 of 1

Project Title:
Meta Materials Intervention: An Ergonomic Scrubber for Pain-Free
Dishwashing among Middle-Aged Women in Rural Surat

Name:
Drashti Panchal (UA2123020)

Project Mentor:
Varshin Vala

2021 - 2023

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 The Graduation Project Evaluation Jury recommends DRASHTI DAXAY PANCHAL from Industrial Design for the
Master’s Graduation Degree of Unitedworld Institute of Design, Karnavati University, Gandhinagar, India herewith,
for the project titled Meta
Materials Intervention: An Ergonomic Scrubber for Pain-Free Dishwashing
among Middle-Aged Women in Rural Surat. The project is complete in every aspect in accordance to the
guidelines set by the institution.

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ORIGINALITY STATEMENT COPYRIGHT STATEMENT

I hereby declare that this submission is my I hereby grant the Unitedworld Institute
own work and it contains no full or substantial of Design the right to archive and to make
copy of previously published material, or it available my degree project in whole or in part
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Acknowledgment

I am pleased to present the I would like to thank the women from Lastly, I would like to acknowledge my
acknowledgments for my graduation rural Surat who generously gave their family and friends for their unwavering
project, "Meta Materials Intervention: time and shared their experiences of support and encouragement
An Ergonomic Scrubber for Pain-Free dishwashing with me. Their valuable throughout my academic journey.
Dishwashing among Middle-Aged insights and feedback were Their love and understanding helped
Women in Rural Surat," completed as instrumental in the development of me overcome the challenges and
part of my Master's program in the scrubber's ergonomic design. difficulties I encountered during this
Industrial Design at Karnavati project.
University's United World Institute of I am grateful to my peers and
Design. colleagues for their support, Thank you to everyone who
feedback, and suggestions throughout contributed to the successful
Firstly, I would like to express my this project. I would also like to completion of this project.
gratitude to my faculty advisor, express my appreciation to the
Varshin Vala, for providing invaluable faculty and staff of Karnavati
guidance, encouragement, and University's United World Institute of
unwavering support throughout this Design for their support, resources,
project. Their expertise and and facilities.
mentorship helped me navigate the
challenges and complexities of this
research and design project.

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Preface

This graduation project, "Meta provide pain-free dishwashing I hope that this project will serve as a
Materials Intervention: An Ergonomic experience for these women. small contribution towards addressing
Scrubber for Pain-Free Dishwashing the challenges faced by middle-aged
among Middle-Aged Women in Rural In the following pages, I will present women in rural Surat and inspire
Surat," is the culmination of my the findings of my research and the further research and innovation in this
Master's program in Industrial Design design process of the scrubber. I will area.
at Karnavati University's United World also discuss the challenges and
Institute of Design. This project aims opportunities I encountered during
to address the issue of pain and this project, and how the feedback
discomfort experienced by middle- from the women in Surat informed
aged women in rural Surat due to the the development of the scrubber.
repetitive motion involved in
dishwashing. I would like to express my gratitude to
everyone who contributed to the
Over a period of four months, I had the successful completion of this project.
opportunity to work closely with This includes the women from rural
women from rural Surat, who shared Surat who generously shared their
their experiences and insights time and experiences with me, my
regarding the challenges they face in faculty advisor Varshin Vala, my peers
their daily lives. With the guidance and and colleagues, and the faculty and
mentorship of my faculty advisor, staff of Karnavati University's United
Varshin Vala, I developed an World Institute of Design.
ergonomic scrubber that aims to

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UID

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About UID

Unitedworld Institute of Design (UID) respectively, along with professional it seeks to create trendsetters and
has been built on teaching, learning, excellence. ideators who’ll lead the future of
innovative and research excellence in design schools in India. UID stands
design education. It offers a diverse UID’s continuous growth trajectory is apart from other B. Design colleges in
range of undergraduate and reflected in a number of students India in exposure it offers to students
postgraduate programs in the area of selecting it for their skill which is unmatched by top design
design. These programs are designed enhancement. As you will discover, colleges in India. Precisely why its
with strong professional emphasis and UID is truly an Indian institution that popularity grew among design
in close partnership with industry. takes great pride in its cultural institutes in India in a short span of
Every course has been structured to diversity. It’s a matter of pride for UID time.
deliver insights into the importance of to have internationally acclaimed
individual and collective creativity, be academicians who have been part of
it theoretical assessment, design pioneering design education in India
practice, curatorial evaluations or since the early 70’s.
artistic considerations. UID strives to
ensure that each student can Among the top design institutes in
maximize this insight and be able to India, Unitedworld Institute of Design
challenge them to reach their highest (UID) is a rarity. Founded with the aim
potential as an artist, designer and to outclass the top design colleges in
entrepreneur. Each programme by India with its state of the art labs and
course work leads to the award of hands-on creative learning,
bachelors and masters degree

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Industrial Design

Industrial design is a discipline that to problem-solving, to create strive to create products that are
involves the creative process of innovative and sustainable solutions. environmentally sustainable,
designing and developing products, economically viable, and socially
systems, and services that are both Industrial design encompasses a wide responsible. They work closely with
aesthetically pleasing and functionally range of areas such as product design, engineers, marketers, and other
efficient. It is an interdisciplinary field transportation design, user stakeholders to create products that
that draws from various areas such as experience design, and more. Product meet business objectives and
engineering, art, psychology, and design involves the design of physical consumer needs.
business to create solutions that meet objects such as consumer products,
user needs and improve their furniture, and appliances. In conclusion, industrial design is a
experiences. Transportation design focuses on discipline that involves creativity,
designing vehicles such as cars, trains, problem-solving, and user-centered
The primary objective of industrial and aircraft. User experience design design to create products and services
design is to create products and involves designing digital products that enhance user experiences. It is a
services that are not only visually such as websites, mobile apps, and crucial field that plays a significant
appealing but also enhance their software. role in shaping our daily lives and
usability and functionality. It involves addressing social and environmental
identifying and understanding user The role of industrial design is not challenges.
needs and developing solutions that limited to creating products that are
address their pain points, preferences, aesthetically pleasing but also
and expectations. Industrial designers considers factors such as
use design thinking, a human-centered sustainability, usability, and
approach affordability. Industrial designers

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Personal Introduction

I am Drashti Panchal, a passionate The creative process, for me, is a

individual who finds solace in the poetic journey where I can weave
world of design, books, and nature. together art, science, and technology
For me, design is not just about to create something beautiful and
creating beautiful things, but about functional. My designs are a reflection
solving real-life problems through a of my commitment to making a
careful and thoughtful process. I difference in people's lives.
believe that technology, when
combined with the design process, In conclusion, I am a creative soul who
has the power to transform people's is driven by my passion for design and
lives. the desire to make a positive impact.
My love for exploring new
My love for nature has instilled in me technologies and applying them to
a deep sense of responsibility real-life problems has brought me this
towards sustainability, which I aim to far, and I am excited to continue on
incorporate in my designs. My past this journey of creativity and
internships in IoT-based companies innovation.
have further expanded my horizons
and enabled me to explore and
understand the possibilities of smart
and connected devices.

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About Mentor

As a mentor, Varshin Vala is a understand their strengths and

seasoned design professional with weaknesses and provide tailored
over two decades of experience in guidance and feedback. He is a great
architecture, interior, and industrial listener and has a talent for
design. His vast knowledge and understanding his mentees' unique
expertise in multiple areas such as perspectives and aspirations.
design, project development, As a mentor, Varshin Vala's ultimate
technical resolution, material goal is to nurture the talent and
research, and creation of design potential of young designers and
concepts and solutions, make him an empower them to become confident
invaluable resource for young and successful professionals in the
designers. field of design.
He has a keen eye for detail and a
meticulous approach to design that
inspires his mentees to strive for
excellence in their work. He leads by
example and encourages
collaborative problem-solving to find
innovative solutions for complex
design challenges.
His mentoring style is patient,
supportive, and empowering, where
he works closely with his mentees to

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Content

Discover Defines Ideate Design

Understanding washing process Defining user demographics Ideation sketches Design Solutions
Ethnography Study Empathy mapping Rapid prototypes 3D Models
User Interview User persona Concept generation Technical Drawings
Market study
Roleplay
Photojournal
Interaction mapping
Ergonomic study

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 Problem
Identification

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India is
diverse 49%
country
having
population 68 CR Female
of 140 CR
people

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 49.6%

73% working
27% Non working

18%

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Daily Chores Women Does

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Variable Process Common Pain

Certainly has solution in Other than Maid no other

terms of services or Product services but yes do exist
certain Products

Identified Problem

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 Audience
18%
18 CR Female
Not possible to reachout

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 Niche
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Primary
Research

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Design Methogology

Discover Defines Ideate Design

Understanding washing Defining user demographics Ideation sketches Design Solutions
process Empathy mapping Rapid prototypes 3D Models
Ethnography Study User persona Concept generation Technical Drawings
User Interview
Market study
Roleplay
Photojournal
Interaction mapping
Ergonomic study

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Dishwashing Process

Process
•Breakdown the process of dishwashing in steps:

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Ethnography Study

In order to have deep understanding Objective:

of the context and work culture To have qualitative approach for
several kitchens were observed and data collection.
users are interviewed. To study user interaction in natural
environment.
To study social and behavioral
science.
The primary focus was given to below
To draw conclusion about user
mention areas:
functioning.

Kitchen Layout Sink Faucet Scrubber

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Kitchen Layout

1 2 3

L Shaped U Shaped I shaped

4 5 6

C Shaped Parallel Shaped G Shaped

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Kitchen Sink

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8

Most Indian Sink Type

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Faucet

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8

Most Indian Faucet Type

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Scrubber

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8
Mostly used scrubber

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Observation

Kitchen Layout Sink Faucet Scrubber

Kitchen is divided into 3 parts. Steel wool scrubber is used to In India society, stainless steel Adaptations have been made to
Washing, preparation, and clean moldy stick on the utensils sinks are the most commonly used mixer taps in both urban and
cooking. sinks. rural areas.
Scotch-Brite pads are more often
Frequency of kitchen work area, used in every household. Sink depth should be 7 to 7.5 Faucet should be placed at 6 - 8
prep 18% cooking 18 % storing 20 inches. inches from slab top.
% washing 20% It is common for these pads to
become wet, sticky, stinky, and Heavy utensils are the easier to Wet cloths and small kitchen
In the urban context, U and L gummy after washing. wash with the help of drainboard. wipes are sometimes placed on
layouts are the most common. faucets.
Scrubbing with steel wool
Preferable dimensions for Slab scratches utensils as well.
height (34 - 36) inches feet and
Slab depth (25 - 30) inch In the kitchen we often make
shifts scrubs position according
to what we need since there is no
dedicated space to place them.

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 User Interview

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Interviews

This research study involved 200

participants and used contextual
inquiry, POEM study, and
ethnographic research methods to
gather data on the washing process
environment, cultural and social
factors, and existing scrubbers
available in the market. The study
aimed to develop an ergonomic
scrubber that is specifically tailored to
200 Participants
the needs of middle-aged women in
rural areas. The use of meta materials
Not Responded
intervention was explored as a 25%

50
promising approach to reducing the
risk of developing musculoskeletal
disorders associated with dishwashing.

Valuable Data
60%
Non Usefull

120
15%

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 Persona Persona

Age: 24 Age: 28
Occupation: Pursuing Dental Occupation: Home Maker
Status: Student Status: Married
Behavioral traits: Behavioral traits:
Lives in a Hostel Wash by herself only as she prefers extra
Feels Lazy about washing dishes cleaning.
Don't like the sink placement in the kitchen. Just gave birth to a newborn.
Technical ability: Prefer more hygiene.
Quick learner. Technical ability:
Good adaptability. Quick learner.
Pain Points: Good adaptability.
Hands gets dry Pain Points:
Nails get break Back Pain
Shoulder pain Shoulder pain

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 Persona Persona

Age: 52 Age: 20
Occupation: Home Maker Occupation: Digital Marketer
Status: Married Status: Pursuing Job
Behavioral traits: Behavioral traits:
Stays in the kitchen for 6 - 7 hours a Day Don't get enough time to wash Dishes
Continue washes hands Food gets dry and stubborn
Platform stays watery Technical ability:
Technical ability: Quick learner.
No Quick learner. No adaptability.
Average adaptability. Pain Points:
Pain Points: Joint Pain
Back Pain Wrist Pain
Cloths gets wet Shoulder pain
Skin get irritating

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 Persona Persona

Age: 40 Age: 26
Occupation: Home Maker Occupation: Cyber Security Head
Status: Married Status: Student in USA
Behavioral traits: Behavioral traits:
Mostly spend 5 hours in the kitchen Mostly maid washes
Continuously washes hands and dishes Weekend get messy as no maids
Has dishwasher too. genetics disorder (Arthritis)
Technical ability: Technical ability:
Quick learner. Quick learner.
Good adaptability. Good adaptability.
Pain Points: Pain Points:
Hands gets dry Hands gets dry
Back pain Joints get serious pain
Knee pain Shoulder pain in right hand side.

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 Persona Persona

Age: 23 Age: 26
Occupation: Computer Engineer Occupation: Android Developer
Status: Part Time Job & Helps mother with chores Status: Pursuing Job
Behavioral traits: Behavioral traits:
Wash by herself only as she prefers extra Washes Dishes at night both lunch and
cleaning. Dinner utensils
Uses trending products. Uncomfortable posture for process
Can spend thousands of rupees to make the Technical ability:
process easy. Quick learner.
Technical ability: Good adaptability.
Quick learner. Pain Points:
Good adaptability. Feels mentally tired
Pain Points: Neck pain
Elbow Pain
Finger Irritation.

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 Persona Persona

Age: 24 Age: 45
Occupation: Home Maker Occupation: Home Maker
Status: Married Status: Married
Behavioral traits: Behavioral traits:
Washes Dishes sometimes Uses big utensils
Takes more time to wash Dishes as the Cooks oily + Spicy food
process is uncomfortable Prefer more hygiene.
Technical ability: Technical ability:
Quick learner. Quick learner.
Less adaptability. No adaptability.
Pain Points: Pain Points:
Back Pain Hands and shoulder pain a lot.
Neck Pain Nails get a break
Fingers gets extra soft Joint pains a lot.

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A Day in Life of Users

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Pain Points - Gained from User Interviews

Sink Faucet Scrubber

Less sink depth Inefficient to wash big utensils Itching on hands

Water spreading on abdomen area Number of opening Pruney fingers on hands
Water clogging Distance is more Unhygienic
Final cleaning Posture Chance of reaction on cuts.
Clanging sound. Small faucet mouth Continuous contact with soap
results in dry hands.

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Direction / Inferences

Sink Faucet Scrubber

Multi functionality in a compact Faucet not to be fixed in form. Self Cleaning Scrub
format. Water Pressure control Easing the scrubbing process
More worktop space Less wastage of water by using Long lasting
Opportunity to use accessories Aerator. Hands free
within the bowl for key functional Easy Installation. Motorized scrubbing device
task. Ultrasonic cleaning
Easy cleaning of sink after use. Reducing human efforts

Efficient Faucet + Flexible Sink + Scrubber = Flawless Dish Washing Experience

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 Product
Research

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 Product Product
Pros & Cons Pros & Cons

Cheap price Stinks Cheap price Requires space

Easily available in Food partials remains Easily available in Mechanism
stores. inside. stores. disfunction easily .
easy to use and Feels unhygienic Good mechanism Fragile material.
dispose when it gets Sometimes strings No wastage of soap
fragile. get stuck to plate
sides.

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 Product Product
Pros & Cons Pros & Cons

Silicon material Don't solve intended Little pricey , yet Not so good reviews
Long Lasting Material problem. affordable on amazon.
Hands don't get wet Possibility of getting Tiny cute tool. Too title for big and
Easy to use. damage easily as useful for small deep utensils .
some utensils have utensils Bristles are too small.
sharp edge.
Need space to store.
Color fades with
time.

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 Product Product
Pros & Cons Pros & Cons

Good handle grip Needs charging. Good handle grip Needs charging.
Have a smooth Less RPM rotation. Have a smooth Less RPM rotation.
washing experience Not self cleaning tool washing experience Not self cleaning tool
reviews on amazon. reviews on amazon. Bristles get break
ergonomically Easy to use easily as stated in
suitable. amazon reviews
Easy to use Handle is little
uneasy to grip.

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 Product Product
Pros & Cons Pros & Cons

Cheap price point. Multiple attachments Good RPM Speed. Bristles are weak.
(250 /-INR) are confusing to use. Clean 98% Bristles gets damage
Multiple material Some of them gets Have a good battery. and no individual
options for cleaning. damage and no Ergonomically attachments are
Such as Silicon, individual suitable. available in market.
Bristles, Sponge. attachments are
Wiredbased or say available in market.
electric.

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 Product Product
Pros & Cons Pros & Cons

Heavy price point. Made of wood. Multiple material Needs charging.

Easy to use. Which leads to options for cleaning. Less RPM rotation.
Strong. unsustainability. Such as Silicon, Not self cleaning tool
comes with long stick After several usage. Bristles, Sponge. Bristles get break
gets' grissy and not Wiredbased or say easily as stated in
able to have good electric. amazon reviews
grip. Handle is little
uneasy to grip.

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 Product Product
Pros & Cons Pros & Cons

Cheap price Not so good reviews Little pricey , yet Not so good reviews
Easily available in on amazon. affordable on amazon.
stores. Too title for big and Tiny cute tool. Too title for big and
easy to use and deep utensils . useful for small deep utensils .
dispose when it gets Bristles are too small. utensils Fragile top.
fragile.

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Reframing Brief

To design a dishwashing scrubber that meets the middle age women needs
and ergonomically and Auxetic Properties.

Problem to solve : -

Limited Use Maintenance Scrubbing Discomfort / Fatigue

Opportunities Challenges Objectives

New product available in market Compatibility Changes viewpoint
Reducing human effort Cost Simplification
Efficiency Predetermined bias enhance usage
Expand uses Cultural differences Positive experience
Enhance use Existing Components Create a commercial viable
Disrupt market Future technology. product.

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 Environment
Research

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POEMS – Research Method

The POEM study conducted as part of

the research aimed to gather
This information was critical in developing an ergonomic scrubber that can
information on the physical
provide a pain-free dishwashing experience for middle-aged women in rural
environment, organizational culture,
areas.
equipment, and materials used in the
dishwashing process.

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Space Analysis

Kitchen - 1 Kitchen - 2
Size - 10' * 6'6" Size - 10' * 6'6"
Slab Height - 33" Slab Height - 34"
Slab Width - 22" Slab Width - 24"

Soap Area Washing / Scrubbing Area Racking Space

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Daily Use Utensils Categorizing according to the form

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Daily Use Utensils arranging in scrubbing complexity

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Interaction Mapping

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ERGONOMICS Study using unlike tools to scrub a plate

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Ergonomics Study Anthropometric Data

PARAMETERS MIN MAX MEAN

Male 119 229 181

1. Hand length
Female 150 190 167

Male 86 176 104

2. Palm Length
Female 84 113 95

Male 36 95 51
3. Hand grip length
Female 40 64 51

Male 65 130 98
4. Hand grip breadth
Female 51 104 86

Hand Shake Rule:

Hand breadth width Male 78 117 99
5.
thumb Female 75 100 87
For the extension of wrist to make an
impact, the rule is considered while
making the handle of any tool. The Grip inside dia, Male 39 60 50
6.
comfortable angle is 30 to 35 with maximum Female 39 57 47
respect to forearm.
source : Indian Anthropometric Dimensions By Dek=bkumar Chakrabarti

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Common Pain traits among this women's

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Insights Gain

Design insights gained from the

aforementioned research methods. Roleplay:-
Side space is mandatory to keep the vessels.
Side space helps to put and wash heavy vessels.
wrist flexibility is must.
Arranging/ organizing utensils is an art.
Different type of scrub should be there for
types of stains and material.

Ergonomics study:-
Handles must be present
Variables pressure is required for different vessels
Bristles must be soft for shiny utensils.
Lot of wrist movement is there while scrubbing vessels
having more depth.
Efficiency
Flat surfaces can be clean by any object (used in test)
Bristles should be present at two adjacent side i.e. op
and Side face.

Photojournals:-
To much hand movement
Adaptable New behaviour Difficult to operate with heavy big utensils.
Overuse useage of water.
User height plays a vital role.
body posture problemmay raise

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Defining user demographics
Middle Aged Woman's
Age group between : 30 - 50
Lifestyle : Homemakers

Feels Does

Mostly irritated Wash dishes 2 times a day

Lethargic everytime after washing dishes. Fill cooker with water to make it easier to clean
This scrubbing task is making me lazy. Having tea requires washing the teapot everytime.
Worried and concerned about hands. Procrastinate to wash dishes, and makeshift things.
Burden to clear this process Wash dishes ruthlessly
Annoyed - when not getting cleaned dishes on time. Uses hot water to clean dishes in winters.

I'd like someone to handle this for me. How am I going to wash so many dishes in such a short time?

Worst part after having food. In winter, it's hard to wash dishes.

When will this end? It would be great if I could afford a maid

My back gonna screw up today May new paint will be ruined today.
Will sleep after this task. The noise form steelwool scrubber gives me chills.
I wish I have ergonomically made scrubber Soggy scrubbers are the worst

Thinks Says

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User Persona

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"Health and work life balance is only my priority" "Live a healthy retirement life and give time to family"

Sebi Kabrawala Jaya Panchal

Age - 32 Age - 60
Loctaion - Surat, GUjarat Loctaion - Surat, GUjarat
Occupation - Digital marketer + Home maker Occupation - Home maker
Fashionista Health Freak Esthetician
Ebullient Devoted Considerate
Scenario
Sebi is a working professional who lives with her family Scenario
and 2 kids. She has a busy lifestyle but always wants to Jaya is homemaker since last 45 years with a huge
do everything herself to maximize efficiency. She is a family of 11 members. She has to cook for 11 members
fashionista who always keeps herself in good shape. and need to do other chores such as dishwashing and
cleaning.
Goal and Needs
Maintain skin health Goal and Needs
An effective solution to a problem An active and stress-free lifestyle
Manage personal and professional equally and Enhancing social life
efficient.
Frustration
Frustration
Not interest in outsourcing basic tasks.
Do not find enough time for daily household work.
Slow pace to adapt new technology
Daily routine chores are procrastinated.

Representing the 30 - 40 year age group. Representing the 40 - 60 year age group.

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Ideation sketches

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Product - 1 Motorized Scrubber

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Mechanism

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 Exploded view

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Controls

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Product

Pros Cons

Volar grip stability. Regular charging required.

Easy to clean deep vessels. The electrical parts need to be maintained.
Soap is not in contact with the skin. After wash of bristles.
Less force required due to motorized head.
Premium feels.
Appealing to the eyes.
Replaceable head - increases product life.
Can be used with both left and right hand.

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Product - 2
Details
Mechanism
Technical Drawing

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Product

Pros Cons

Spherical ergonomically grips. Regular charging required.

Replaceable scrapping head. The electrical parts need to be maintained.
Soap is not in contact with the skin. After wash bristles.
Less force required due to motorized head. Vessels with deep walls are difficult to clean.
Appealing to the eyes. There is no torque variable in a motor.
Replaceable head - increase product life.
Can be used with both left and right hand.

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Product - 3
Head shape is self adjustable / reversal depends upon the vessels and pressure applied to the hand.

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Technical Drawing

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Product

Pros Cons

Volar grip for stability. Due to the lack of a motor, force is required.
Easy to clean deep vessels. Can not be used for small bottle openings.
Soap is not in contact with the skin.
Low maintenance cost.
Replaceable head - increase product life.
Can be used with both left and right hand.
Scrapping tail.

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Auxetic Material

Auxetic cellular materials are modern materials that have some unique and
superior mechanical properties. As a consequence of the structural deformation
of their internal cellular structure, they exhibit a negative Poisson's ratio, i.e.
they significantly increase in volume if stretched and vice versa. Negative
Poisson's ratio affects density, stiffness, fracture toughness, energy absorption,
and damping. These properties can be further tailored by using variable cell
geometry and density distribution, which can be achieved with functionally
graded porosity of auxetic materials. This review paper provides a state-of-the-
art overview of the auxetic materials, their development, most common
geometries, fabrication methods, mechanical properties, applications, and
further possibilities for their development.

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Pro's of Auxetic Material

Versatility: Auxetic materials can be Improved cleaning efficiency: improving overall ergonomics during
designed and fabricated in a variety of Auxetic materials have a unique dishwashing.
shapes and sizes to fit different structure that allows them to reach Improved hygiene: Auxetic
cleaning needs, such as cleaning into crevices and corners that materials can be designed with
curved or irregular surfaces, which traditional scrubbers may not be non-porous surfaces that are easy
makes them a versatile option for able to, resulting in more efficient to clean and sanitize, reducing the
dishwashing. cleaning. risk of bacterial growth and
Reduced scratching: The flexibility improving overall hygiene in the
Eco-friendly: Some auxetic materials of auxetic materials allows them to kitchen.
can be made from renewable conform to the surface being
resources and/or are biodegradable, cleaned, reducing the risk of
making them a more eco-friendly scratching delicate surfaces such
alternative to traditional materials as non-stick cookware or glassware.
such as plastic or synthetic sponges. Increased durability: Auxetic
materials are more resistant to
Longevity: Auxetic materials are known wear and tear compared to
for their durability and resistance to traditional materials, making them
wear and tear, which makes them a more durable and longer-lasting for
longer-lasting option for dishwashing repeated use.
compared to traditional scrubbing Enhanced ergonomics: The unique
materials. This means that they will properties of auxetic materials
need to be replaced less frequently, allow them to conform to the user's
resulting in less waste over time. hand, reducing hand fatigue and

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Form Exploration & Prototype

As the creator of this dishwashing scrubber prototype, my goal is to explore

different shapes, sizes, and textures to determine the most effective form factor.
By optimizing the cleaning performance, ergonomics, and user experience, I aim
to provide a superior product for consumers. Further testing and refinement will
be necessary to ensure that the design meets market needs.

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