ANKUSH
Intuitive fire extinguisher
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'Ankush' Is designed to make the process of using a fire extinguisher easy and intuitive without creating any cognitive load on the user while using it with single hand in small domestic fires before they get out of control to avoid unnecessary risks.
The most important feature of Ankush is to assist user to aim at the base of the fire and this is achieved by the design of the handle which tilts extinguisher in forward direction to aim at the base also this handle is designed for better ergonomics, In common fire extinguishers the actuation is done by squeezing action where as users are more familiar with trigger action which is used in Ankush
This fire extinguisher goes with the interior of the house and hence can be kept at a visible and easily accessible location unlike conventional fire extinguishers which are either hanged in a corner of the house or kept in a cupboard because of which, they are often ignored and lack proper maintenance. Also at the time of fire break out, it gets really difficult to locate these fire extinguishers.
Research and Pain points
Inspiration
Ideations and final form
A fire extinguisher that compliments your interior with its form and colors
Providing information according to the hierarchy of importance simplifies the process also reduces the time to check and understand compatibility of the extinguisher
Pressure Gauge and Type of Fire
The first thing that user should do before using fire extinguisher is checking the pressure. therefore here pressure gauge is placed in such a way that the first thing noticed by the user is pressure gauge. Also the graphics are simplified for users and it is colorblind friendly unlike existing pressure gauges
The second thing that user should pay attention to is type of burning material and can they use that fire extinguisher for that type of material. Usually this information if made complicated showing type of material used in the fire extinguisher(Water, CO2, Foam, etc.) along with type of fire extinguisher (A,B,C,E,K,) where user has to identify whether the material used can work for this material or not. Here infographics are made more visible and clear for fire types reducing the confusion caused by Letters (A,B,C) and Materials used
Fire extinguishers in their current form are chunky, create cognitive load, and are not intuitive to use. In a state of emergency – a fire – the human mind reacts with stress and fear and is unable to efficiently follow finer tasks like reading instructions or handling a difficult-to-hold object.
Model making
