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Market Need User-expressed desires: 1. Sturdy seat & frame 1. Compact folding config. 1. Storage unit in walker 1. Self-standing (when folded)
Sketch Model
Sketch Model Findings Commercial walker: Full size: 23” x 20” x 30” -- Volume of 13,800 in^3 Folded size: 12” x 20” 30” -- Volume of 7,200 in^3 By folding, achieved 52% of the original volume Our walker: Full size: 28” x 24” x 36” -- Volume of 24,192 in^3 Collapsed size: 16” x 16” x 21” -- Volume of 5,376 in^3 By collapsing, achieved 22% of the original volume Note: Dimensions excluding wheels
Benchmarking Sturdy seat & frame Mesh seat Compact folding config. Too tall Functional storage unit Storage area crushed Storage area crushed Self-standing Falls over
Market Potential Rolling walker market has Will reach $110 million by an expected annual growth 2024 in the US alone. of 5.9% over next 5 years.
Next Steps Ensure collapsing mechanism is user-friendly Integrate seat and storage compartment Scale down walker - aim for collapsed volume of 2,772 in^3 (“carry on” size)
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