The first MVP:
(Combining a D-Lock with a little Helmet T-Lock) —> T-Lock is the Product
Getting to the point of this MVP (and MVP+ with folding-feature)
Homework A/B/C(until 15th of July)
I have received a lot of positive feedback during the class session regarding 1) The need for my product and 2) The practicability of my solution. Two students noted, that it would be nice to also have a prototyped bike lock as a reference for the scale of my little helmet-lock. And to also see, where the T-lock would eventually enter the D-lock - not just as a sketch. Therefore I have advanced my prototype for the fully integrated solution:
More feedback
To test this potential progress, I have met with Martina, Yuto and Lee to hear their opinions on it. We have formulated the following questions as a broad structure:
- How adequate do you perceive the solution for your identified problem?
- What are your general concerns with this solution?
- Any suggestions for the materials that can be used?
To questions 1: As my respondents cycle regularly on campus (some wear helmets, some not) - they definitely empathized with the pain points when wearing or carrying a helmet. Maybe because of this, they really liked this simple solution, especially because it was “so small and easy to carry around or store”. To question 2: This comes with another risk though: That the little T-lock would be easy to lose. I will take this valuable feedback as inspiration to develop a little storing-solution, either on the bike itself or (preferably) on the lock. To question 3: All three of my respondents thought that the T-lock should be of the same material as the D-lock. So Kryptonite or Titanium as it needs to be very durable and stealing-proof. However, Martina noted that the material can’t scratch the helmet surface. Therefore there must be a soft cushioning at the ends to protect the helmet inner.
Campus observation
I have also spotted this poster in a restroom on campus - very fitting:
FOR THE SPEC SHEET:
