The Camp
Lamp
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A bright light ruins a good campfire.
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This project aims to fix that.
Lantern Journey Map
1. The sun goes down. Take the lantern out.
2. Start a fire. Turn the light off.
Problem:
3. You use the light to access food and supplies, but ruin the ambiance of the fire.
4. Fire ends. Bring the light back out.
5. Use the light to get situated in the tent. Hang the light from the roof. Go to sleep!
The Problem
A bright lantern distracts from the campfire experience
The Question
How can a camper navigate a dark campsite while maintaining a nice campfire experience?
What's on the Market?
Black Diamond Moji
Pros
Cons
- Small
- Waterproof
- Low Brightness
- Ambient light only
Price: $24.95
Battery
Brightness
Ambiance
Ozark Trail Lantern
Pros
Cons
- Cheap
- Hanging Hook
- Cheap
- Bulky
Price: $9.95
Battery
Brightness
Ambiance
Energizer Lantern
Pros
- Cheap
- Cord Storage
Cons
- Cheap
- Bulky
Price: $29.19
Battery
Brightness
Ambiance
Biolite Alpenglow 500
Pros
- Long Battery
- Color Changing
Cons
- Lantern only
- Large
Price: $79.95
Battery
Brightness
Ambiance
EVO Flextail
Pros
- Height Adjustable
- Slim
Cons
- No Ambient Light
- Expensive
Price: $119.20
Battery
Brightness
Ambiance
Cabela's LED Lantern
Pros
- Remote Control
- Impact Resistant
Cons
- Reliability
- Aesthetics
Price: $29.99
Battery
Brightness
Ambiance
- Lots of Uniformity - Not much versatility
- Priced around $25 - Most focus on batteries rather than appearances
Key Insights:
Social Media Research
Key Insights:
- Battery life is a large concern
- Ambiance or ~vibe~ is a decisive factor
- Lamps are either "backpacking lights" or "car camping lights"
User Persona
Demographic
- Age: 25
- Education: Bachelors Degree
- Income: 75K
- Environment: Suburban
- Family Status: Married with 1 kid
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Outdoor Participation
- Casual Enthusiast
- Life long participant
- Motivated by sharing experiences and personal wellbeing
- Optimizes for convenience
Say hello to
Kevin Walter
Activities
1) Hiking
2) Biking
3) Camping
Concerns
- Comfort and Convenience
- Having the "right experience"
- Campsite setup
"Yeah, I'll go camping if I have a spare weekend"!
Preferred Brands
User Persona Data
Insights pulled from the OIA Retail Report, Statista.com, and the OIA Participation Report
What Features are
Critical?
Versatility
Adjustablity
Simplicity
Mood Board
Form
Material
Lighting
Ideation
Starting with a rectangular shape, I explored a variety of shapes until I found a form that was friendly and inviting.
This step was done in tandem with 3D modeling.
Modeling
Modeling in Rhino
Using AR to view the model in real time.
Prototypes
Materials
Aluminum
Chosen for ease of manufacturing and recyclability, aluminum is used in the light housing.
PETG
Made from recycled medical trays, transparent PETG can be 3D printed to create the light diffusion unit.
Wood
Harvested from local scraps, wood adds an accent to the control unit.
Construction
The Final Result
Ambient light
Simple controls
Directional light
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