Aline Krug Zarpelao

Hi there! My name is Aline Zarpelão, and I am a graduating industrial designer. I am passionate about exploring form and function through a variety of artistic media. I discovered a true affinity for industrial design in 2018 when I joined my high school's robotics team. Since then, I’ve been dedicated to crafting designs that are not only meaningful and practical but also enrich human experiences through thoughtful innovation. I am always open for feedback, so feel free to reach out if you believe we can have a positive exchange! I hope you like my content :)

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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.

3D render of person receiving box with BECO vehicle in background

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3D render of BECO delivery vehicle expanded storage

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Enhancement of Human Lifestyle

BECO guarantees that favela residents gain reliable access to deliveries, addressing existing gaps caused by infrastructural and logistical challenges.

By facilitating the seamless movement of goods through stair-climbing and cargo-shifting features, it transforms local commerce. Small businesses can expand their reach, and residents are offered new work opportunities. Ultimately, the design enriches community life by ensuring essential products are consistently available, fostering economic growth and improving everyday convenience in under-served neighborhoods.

3D render of people receiving packages from BECO delivery vehicle

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3D render of BECO delivery vehicle's wheels

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Human-Interaction & User-Centric Design

Engineered with the unique needs of favela communities in mind, BECO’s design emphasizes simplicity and accessibility.

Intuitive controls and affordances ensure that delivery workers can operate it with ease. The detachable cargo transporter unit aids efficient package handling, particularly on challenging staircases. Additionally, the integrated navigation system minimizes errors, making the delivery experience straightforward, reliable, and safe. This approach directly addresses the current delivery access issues, putting user needs first.

3D render of person riding BECO delivery vehicle

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3D render of open delivery vehicle design

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Ergonomics & Human Factors Design

Every aspect of BECO’s design reflects a commitment to comfort, safety, and practicality for delivery workers in challenging urban settings.

The adjustable standing seat and handlebars accommodate diverse body types, reducing physical strain. A tilting mechanism maintains stability on uneven terrain, while the detachable cargo transporter unit reduces heavy lifting. These ergonomic features are carefully integrated to support prolonged use in demanding environments, ensuring that residents can safely and efficiently complete deliveries that were previously out of reach.

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3D render of BECO delivery vehicle on the street

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Sustainability & Social Responsibility

This delivery solution promotes both environmental and social sustainability by operating on electric power, reducing emissions in densely populated areas.

It ensures that residents, who have long been excluded from efficient delivery services, now enjoy consistent access to essential goods. The vehicle’s optimized routing reduces energy consumption, while its design fosters local employment opportunities. By addressing transportation challenges unique to favelas, it not only promotes eco-friendly practices but also empowers communities with a socially responsible, inclusive delivery infrastructure.

Project Summary

In many Brazilian favelas, residents face significant barriers accessing essential goods due to poor infrastructure, irregular addressing, and safety concerns. Recognizing the urgent need for a reliable delivery system in these underserved communities, this project was initiated to bridge the logistical gap. The goal is to empower local residents by offering a user-friendly, sustainable delivery solution that not only enhances access to products but also creates new economic opportunities and simplifies operations for delivery workers, ultimately fostering social and economic equity in such challenging environments.