design thinking – Product Development Research Lab

Development of a Modular and Portable Tool Storage System

10th August 2026
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This project explores the development of a modular and portable tool storage system designed to improve workflow efficiency in small workshops. By combining stable docking with portable tool modules, the system reduces wasted motion and enhances organization. The result is a functional prototype that demonstrates how engineering principles and Lean concepts can be integrated into practical product design.

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Portable Predictive Maintenance Device for Conveyor Rollers

11th June 2026
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We designed and built a portable predictive maintenance device for conveyor rollers to prevent costly unplanned downtime in manufacturing environments. Working with NKT HV Cables, our multi-modal sensor tool successfully detected early mechanical degradation by combining vibration, acoustic, and thermal data. This validated prototype offers a reliable, low-cost approach to reducing material waste and financial losses on the factory floor.

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Docking solution for Cstrider

22nd October 2024
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Magnetic docking solution Programme: Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Economy Course: MT2569 – Design Thinking Corporate partner: CSTRIDER Challenge: Use needfinding to find needs of users for Cstrider and create a solution for Cstrider that […]

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Vending Machine

22nd October 2024
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Sea Taxi Cstrider Programme: Mechanical Engineering Course: MT2569 – Design Thinking Corporate partner: CSTRIDER Challenge: We are focused on developing the CStrider sea taxi by adding new ideas and solutions that enhance its functionality […]

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Awareness-vest

27th October 2023
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Situational safety is key Programme: Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Economy Course: MT2569 – Design Thinking Corporate partner: Volvo Construction Equipment Challenge: To increase the safety at a construction site. Solution: A reflective vest with […]

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Clairvoyance Orb

27th October 2023
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360-vision aid for machine operators Programme: Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Economy Course: MT2569 – Design Thinking Corporate partner: Volvo Construction Equipment Challenge: Lack of oversight on construction sites, risk of accidents because of […]

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Haptic belt

27th October 2023
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Active safety measure for intended machine movements Programme: Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Economy Course: MT2569 – Design Thinking Corporate partner: Volvo Construction Equipment Challenge: The needfinding resulted in the recognition of a situation […]

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Posture detector

27th October 2023
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Measuring instument for detecting bad bend of the back on construction worksites Programme: Mechanical Engineering Course: MT2569 – Design Thinking Corporate partner: Volvo Construction Equipment Challenge: Identify problem regarding safety at construction worksites, […]

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Digital Hardhat

27th October 2023
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“Construction Site Safety Starts with Us: Hardhat On, Hazards Gone!” Programme: Mechanical Engineering Course: MT2569 – Design Thinking Corporate partner: Volvo Construction Equipment Challenge: Find ways to further increase construction worksite safety, […]

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Implementing technology in Brinova arena

15th January 2023
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Technical solution for improved sports experience at Brinova arena Programme: Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Economy Course: Project in MT2573 : Transformative PSS Innovation Corporate partner: Brinova arena & Health and Sports Technology […]

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