Daniela Todorovic

Hello, I'm Daniela Todorovic. Pursuing the Industrial Design program at Humber has proven to be one of the most rewarding decisions I've made. I approach challenges with creativity and innovation, constantly seeking to redefine problems and create meaningful solutions. I enjoy being involved in the design process from start to finish, It's always exciting to see the final results. In addition to my design work, I enjoy traveling being outdoors spending time with friends and family, and meeting new people. I am passionate about design and my travels have taught me about different cultures and their design styles.

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The Four Essential Pillars for Design Excellence

The four essential pillars encompass human-centric design approach and the understanding of full-bodied, three dimensional physical interaction of user, product and environment. The projects generate innovative solutions using research-driven, evidence-based designs which focus on the user experience.

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Enhancement of Human Lifestyle

Trek is a versatile portage system with an adjustable harness for personalized comfort.

Its pivoting platform ensures secure canoe placement with optimal visibility. The backpack features a durable hard shell for protection and a seamlessly integrated removable table for added functionality.

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Human-Interaction & User-Centric Design

Trek incorporates a pivoting platform that allows users to control the tilt of the canoe using handles.

By pushing the platform away from themselves, users can tilt the canoe upward, ensuring optimal visibility during portaging. The removable table allows for the user to have a flat surface accessible at all times.

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Ergonomics & Human Factors Design

Trek features a pivoting platform that allows users to position their arms comfortably, eliminating the need to hold onto the canoe while walking.

The pivoting platform's adaptability to different terrains, pivoting forward and back, ensuring secure canoe placement with optimal visibility.

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Sustainability & Social Responsibility

Trek designed sustainably for durability and aesthetics, includes a harness crucial for carrying a canoe.

Materials such as nylon, TPU, and polycarbonate are chosen for their eco-friendly properties, ensuring both quality and longevity while meeting portaging demands.

Project Summary

Portaging presents challenges such as discomfort from heavy loads, limited visibility, and the need for adaptable gear in rugged terrain. Trek addresses these issues with innovative solutions. It features an adjustable harness for personalized comfort, reducing discomfort associated with heavy loads. The pivoting platform distributes canoe weight and allows users to adjust the tilt for optimal visibility, eliminating the need to hold the canoe while walking. A durable hard shell protects belongings, and a removable table provides a flat surface for camping. Trek is a comprehensive and adaptable portage system designed to enhance comfort, visibility, and functionality in rugged outdoor environments.

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