H Y B R I D Kitchen Aid +
Food processors come in varied capacities and sizes. This particular hybrid blender is capable of executing multiple food processor functions acting as a compact kitchen aid; but what adds value is not its multi utility but its ability to adapt with common homeware.
Product Category : Home accessory – Kitchen accessories/appliances
Industrial Design | 02 weeks | May 2022
Design Innovation
Type: Submission Assessment [Semester 05]
Time: 02 weeks
Team: Individual Project
Brief
This HYBRID kitchen aid is designed to execute functions equivalent to multiple kitchen appliances. Its unique configuration helps it adapt to several needs, and acts as an all in one device capable of blending, grinding and kneading. It is inspired by the classic French press; designed for disassembly, this product takes it a step higher by incorporating design for utility, introducing an elegant and productive kitchenware.
Contents
Problem Area | Solution | Stakeholders | Conceptualisation & Ideation | Final Product | User Interface
Problem Area
Kitchen appliances come in various capacities, sizes and shapes. Every appliance caters to a specific function. A good appliance is reliable, and meets all essential criteria such as performance, durability, usability & cleanability. The question is, how viable is it to buy so many appliances? Majority of individuals who prepare food frequently notice how appliances are left unused over long periods of time. Most appliances purchased by individuals are overpowered, bulky and buying multiple instruments creates storage problems. There is no such appliance that can somehow combine multiple kitchen equipment applications into one simplified machine whose performance is optimised for essential day to day use.
Insights
1] Do people really need so many appliances?
2] Are the appliances used to the fullest?
3] What about individuals who need appliances for moderate use.
4] Storage
5] Cost of buying many appliances
Solution
Individuals who do not purchase multiple appliances because of its scarce need, require a multifaceted appliance that can multitask, and sufficiently perform for basic day to day cooking needs.
1] Multiutility
2] Adaptative
3] Storage
4] Economical
5] Cleanability
6] Statement Piece
Optimised performance enabling the user to use the appliance to its fullest potential.
Multi-Utility KitchenAid
Adaptability
The product inverses the motor placement compared to traditional food processors that have motors in the base. This progressive approach is very important to the adaptability feature of the hybrid kitchen aid. A sliding switch helps cut direct power to the machine.
A minimal and robust design, every design element contributes to various functions of the product.
The telescopic arm controls the lit level. Independent of the telescopic arm, the lid reaches maximum extension after which the arm continues to elongate lower reaching the platform. This is to ensure the attachment reaches the bottom of any vessel placed.
A lock secures the telescoping arm along with the lid at the desired level. To readjust, the user can simply lift the arm head to unlock its position.
The lid is attached with a silicone covering that can be removed for cleaning. The base too can be lifted out for washing.
User product interaction
Distinguishing Feature
Adaptability & Versatility
What really makes this product unique is not just its multi functionality, but its ability to adapt and function with a variety of kitchenware.
A still indicating that the product is ready to be used.
The Hybrid Kitchen Aid adapts with a variety of kitchen ware. This feature can boost productivity and reduce cleaning time.
A range of bowl sizes are comparable with the product, after use, the attachment and bowl can be changed making the kitchen aid ready to process a different food item.
The kitchen aid processes the food contents within the storage vessel itself, a quick rinse for the lid silicone cap, the product is ready for a different function with a different set of bowl/ attachment.
Suction cups help secure the product onto the kitchen counter.
Suction cups help secure the product onto the kitchen counter.
Cleanability
Designed for Disassembly
Cleanability in food processors needs to be addressed in depth. With multiple moving parts, food particles can coagulate in tiny spaces such as under blades of generic blenders. The special blade attachments for Hybrid Kitchen Aid are built for disassembly maximising cleanability.
Cleanability
The dismantleable attachments are designed for thorough cleaning. The yellow ring slides into the casing and interlocks with a twist securing it to the casing. The blade module is attached to the yellow ring using a ceramic bearing enabling it to rotate at great speed with less friction.
User Interface
Above is a User flow diagram depicting a start to finish branch of one of the functions. The interface uses a series of colour and brightness levels to highlight errors or selections respectively. The regulator dial for altering the RPM is also an On/Off button.
HYBRID Kitchen Aid
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