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R3030 Ridgid One handed Reciprocating Saw
Client: Home Depot
Skills: Problem Solving, Ergonomics, Industrial Design Project Scope: To create the first to the US market, one handed recip saw, geared towards the professional contractor.
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Initial Research
I built mock walls and set up plumbing to represent typical items that might be cut by a contractor. Dozens of users were allowed to make cuts using a competitive saw sourced from Japan. Our team made observations and recorded all feedback for possible improvements. Issues observed included: insufficient grip size, user's hands too near the blade, saw bar failure, and vibration points on the handle that cause irritation on users knuckles.
Component layout & Form development
Final Specs
