Tamadoro

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Tamadoro

Drone Design for Kids

LeManoosh Competition | 2023

I developed Tamadoro specifically for LeManoosh's "Design a Drone for Kids" competition. The Tamagotich drone concept dawned on me during a family BBQ gathering, where I seized the opportunity to conduct rapid user research among friends and family. By carefully listening to feedback from parents and their little ones, I identified key aspects to prioritise within my design: safety, versatility, convenience, and "Cuteness".

I set out to design a drone that captivates children and grants them a safe experience. I drew inspiration from my own nostalgic encounters with Tamagotchis. Introducing the detachable character named Tama (like Tamagotchi's Tama, Japanese for egg) encourages kids to interact and play even after piloting the drone.

Similar to a pet, the design of Tama motivates children to nurture their curiosity, explore, learn, and help with empathy development.

On the digital face panel, the character displays various expressions that convey its needs, such as hunger, sleep, playtime, or the desire to fly. While the controller is still in development for drone control, it will also be used for nurturing and feeding the Tama when disconnected from the drone.

Guards encase the blades of the drone, and its elongated legs conveniently serve as handles for a secure grip, ensuring utmost safety for young pilots.

As the creative process unfolded, my mind overflowed with exciting ideas to augment the play experience and ignite children's imagination. I envision future possibilities for Tama, allowing it to embark on thrilling adventures within other playthings like cars and boats, thus amplifying the overall joy and entertainment. When the time comes for a break from airborne exploration, recharging the drone becomes a breeze with a wireless charger, perfect and safe for kids, assuring seamless transitions and endless excitement.

In summary, the design of Tamadoro is tailored to embody the ideals of enjoyment, safety, and convenience that are essential for young ones.