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Iris Bin

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Iris Bin is a motion-responsive dustbin designed to make a simple everyday interaction more intuitive and hands-free. Using an ultrasonic sensor and servo motor, the bin detects when a person approaches and automatically opens its lid, exploring how everyday objects can sense human presence and respond through movement. The project focuses on creating a seamless connection between human action, sensing, and physical response.

Year

2024

collaborative

NO

Services

UX Design, Product Design, Physical Computing, Experience Design

OVERVIEW:


Inclusive Navigation explores how museums can become more accessible to visitors with visual impairments. Developed in collaboration with the Blind Peopleโ€™s Association (BPA), the project focuses on understanding the challenges of navigating museum spaces and designing an inclusive experience that encourages independent exploration, accessibility, and engagement with exhibits.

PROBLEM:


Inclusive Navigation explores how museums can become more accessible to visitors with visual impairments. Developed in collaboration with the Blind Peopleโ€™s Association (BPA), the project focuses on understanding the challenges of navigating museum spaces and designing an inclusive experience that encourages independent exploration, accessibility, and engagement with exhibits.

REseach & Insight:


Inclusive Navigation explores how museums can become more accessible to visitors with visual impairments. Developed in collaboration with the Blind Peopleโ€™s Association (BPA), the project focuses on understanding the challenges of navigating museum spaces and designing an inclusive experience that encourages independent exploration, accessibility, and engagement with exhibits.

PRoblem Statement:


โ€ขTrash bins overflow and need touching to use.

โ€ขPublic bins lack sensors for hands - free interaction.

โ€ขInconsistent or fixed lids are inconvenient and unhygienic


Why this project is multisensory?


How might we design a smart waste bin that enables hygienic touchless interaction while preventing overflow and improving the overall waste disposal experience?