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Christian
Kang
Rivian Robot Delivery 1
Synopsis
Design Rivian's autonomous delivery robot to navigate all terrains, environments, and weather conditions, ensuring an enhanced delivery experience.
Responsibilities
Research / Ideation / Prototyping / Renders
Timeline
Summer 2024
Category
Autonomous Electronic device
This project is not affiliated with the brand Rivian
About Rivian
An American electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer known for its adventure-focused trucks. Their unique selling proposition include: Fully electric, incredible acceleration, and impressive o-road chops
Untapped Markets
While Rivian is recognized for its off-roading expertise, it could also explore opportunities in the autonomous delivery robot space.
Problems and Why?
Current autonomous delivery robots face multiple limitations, and Rivian is well positioned to overcome these challenges.
Design Goals
Focus on Users in Harsh Environments
Competitor and Sizing
Design Process: Ideations
Outline Rivian Design identity
Geometric forms + fluid curves
Use AI to create inspirations
How might robot open/close
Up and down movements
Latches/ compartments
More than 1 compartment
Sensors + Lights
Wheels 4 vs. 6
Rivian Design themes
Mainform Developments
Sketch Overlays
Solar panels?
Battery packs?
2 compartments + 1 Battery pack
Final Direction
Design Process: Prototype
26.7"
22.4"
21.8"
Starship Tech Size
Sizing and Filling
Starship sizing on wall
- 697 x 569 x 571 mm / 26.7” x 21.8” x 22.4”
Restaurant
- Food containers, Bags, Drinks
- How to not spill tip?
Not on Wheels
Compartment flips up/down
22.4" W
34" L
20" H (without wheels)
Size made too large SCALE DOWN
Compared to Starship Robot
Battery Pack/ Sensors/ Lids
3D Printed Parts Scaled Down
Lids
Wheels + Suspension
Battery + Holder
Main Body
Model Assembled
Design Process: MainForm/ CAD
Evolution of Main form. The design evolves from a rectangular form to a more curved shape with added features.
Introducing Rivian Robot Delivery 1
30" Width
18" Height
22.5" Length
Hinge Door
Dual Compartments
Sensors
12" Depth
Hook for Bag (no leaning down)
All Terrain Wheels/ Rivian Suspensions
Battery Pack
To remove the battery pack, press the middle console to release it. Then lift the handle and remove the battery.
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