Summary
Summary
"Sano Genu: Design for senior citizens"
"I may not have walked a mile in my grandpa's shoes, but I have felt the ache in his knees with each step he took. His strength in the face of such pain has inspired me to always keep moving forward." - Smith Makwana
Sano Genu focuses on addressing the discomfort experienced by senior citizens who spend extended hours working in the kitchen. The project introduces a specialized knee cap design catering to this demographic, aiming to provide relief and customization. Through the integration of therapeutic magnets and 3D printed breathable material, the design offers acupuncture points for comfort and personalization. Spearheaded by Dr. B. K. Chakravarthy, a Professor in Product Innovation at the Industrial Design Centre (IDC), IIT Bombay, this innovative knee cap secured recognition as the winner of an idea contest held in collaboration with Aarambh incubator centre, SSIP, and The Institution's Innovation Council (IIC). Notably, the design is patented under Intellectual Property India, signifying its unique and protected status.
"Sano Genu: Design for senior citizens"
"I may not have walked a mile in my grandpa's shoes, but I have felt the ache in his knees with each step he took. His strength in the face of such pain has inspired me to always keep moving forward." - Smith Makwana
Sano Genu focuses on addressing the discomfort experienced by senior citizens who spend extended hours working in the kitchen. The project introduces a specialized knee cap design catering to this demographic, aiming to provide relief and customization. Through the integration of therapeutic magnets and 3D printed breathable material, the design offers acupuncture points for comfort and personalization. Spearheaded by Dr. B. K. Chakravarthy, a Professor in Product Innovation at the Industrial Design Centre (IDC), IIT Bombay, this innovative knee cap secured recognition as the winner of an idea contest held in collaboration with Aarambh incubator centre, SSIP, and The Institution's Innovation Council (IIC). Notably, the design is patented under Intellectual Property India, signifying its unique and protected status.
Project scope
Project scope
The project aims to alleviate lower body pain among senior citizens by developing a specialized leg support. This support system is intended for use during activities in the kitchen that require standing for extended periods. The design will prioritize comfort, stability, and ergonomic considerations to provide effective relief and support for seniors experiencing discomfort or strain in their lower body while engaging in kitchen tasks.
The project aims to alleviate lower body pain among senior citizens by developing a specialized leg support. This support system is intended for use during activities in the kitchen that require standing for extended periods. The design will prioritize comfort, stability, and ergonomic considerations to provide effective relief and support for seniors experiencing discomfort or strain in their lower body while engaging in kitchen tasks.
Solution
Solution
This innovative knee cap draws inspiration from adidas' Yeezy foam structure, aiming to tackle severe sweating issues experienced with traditional knee caps. Featuring a porous design for consistent air circulation, it prevents excessive perspiration during wear. Constructed with flexible elastic Breathable TPE 3D-Printed material between the quadriceps and tibialis anterior muscles, it ensures comfort and support.
Integrated magnetic acupressure elements provide ongoing relief, while the layered stitching combines cotton for perspiration absorption and foam for a pleasant texture, enhancing overall comfort and usability.
This innovative knee cap draws inspiration from adidas' Yeezy foam structure, aiming to tackle severe sweating issues experienced with traditional knee caps. Featuring a porous design for consistent air circulation, it prevents excessive perspiration during wear. Constructed with flexible elastic Breathable TPE 3D-Printed material between the quadriceps and tibialis anterior muscles, it ensures comfort and support.
Integrated magnetic acupressure elements provide ongoing relief, while the layered stitching combines cotton for perspiration absorption and foam for a pleasant texture, enhancing overall comfort and usability.
