Petal Pivot
Project Goal
To create a new toy concept accompanied by developing a toy that entirely eliminates the use of plastic. The design should be providing an engaging experience for a user while maintaining a plastic free design.
Research
Material Research
Plants & Sustainability
Sisal is known for its high tensile strength, abrasion resistance, and ability to stretch, making it ideal for heavy-duty applications.
Sustainability & Cost
Although gaining market share, sustainable products often still carry a higher price compared to conventional products. Market share has increased by 4.5% in the last 4 years.
Renewable vs Natural
Renewable materials replenish as fast as they're used. Awareness of overuse helps keep them sustainable.
Other Products & Material Use
dEFINING tHE MARKET
usa & sUCCULENTS
64% of the US population have bought a succulent in the last year
nICHE mARKET vS gENERAL mARKET
Fidget toys benefit neurodivergent individuals by providing sensory input that helps improve focus, reduce anxiety, and manage restlessness.
Sensory Issues
5-16.5% of the world population has some form of sensory processing issues
Ideation
Phase 1 of ideation
Phase 2 of Ideation
Defining ADHD Features
CAD Drawings
Software used to develop the 3D models of the product includes SolidWorks and RHINO (Drawings are done in mm)
Renders
The rendering software used is keyshot