NGX
Thermal Imager
2016-17
We can finally reveal our design effort for one of the leading thermal imaging companies for a next gen Thermal Imager Camera for FireFighters and First Responders. The Design incorporates a super-rugged, modular housing that will withstand the most brutal environments inside burning buildings and disaster areas. This Imager will find the dangerous hotspots, hidden traps and the lost victims where no other device can. Saving lives in the palm of your hand!
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Multi-day team workshop
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Performance testing on a live burn
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Testing firefighter gear to experience the ergonomic constraints
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Experiencing a simulated smoke-filled & low-visibility cabin
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The thumbnail sketch that launched the design direction
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Model, print, test, repeat
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A key milestone; for many the physical appearance model was the first chance to hold a realistically sized and weighted model
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Post appearance model design refinements in 2D (and 3D)