Splash Dash
UX/UI
Travis Crawford | Research\UI\Illustrations
Brandy Compton | UX\Prototyping
Tayler Challis | Word Mark\UI
The Problem:
Every summer, thousands of river floaters in Texas enjoy the water, but a common issue interrupts their experience: being mid-float without access to essentials like sunscreen, water, snacks, or even a way to alert for help if needed. This leads to not only inconvenience but also potential safety risks such as dehydration, sunburn, or getting stranded without support.
Context:
River floaters often spend 2-7 hours on the water without access to essentials like sunscreen, snacks, drinks, or emergency supplies, leading to inconvenience and safety concerns.
Challenge:
How can we enhance the river-floating experience by using autonomous robots to deliver essential items directly to floaters, ensuring convenience, safety, and enjoyment?
The Goal:
Revolutionize river floating with an autonomous delivery service that provides convenient access to essentials, enhancing safety, enjoyment, and satisfaction.
DESIGN PROCESS
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Research and Mind Mapping:
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Ideation and Prototyping:
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Testing:
LOGO
word mark
Mascot
Mascot variants
RESEARCH CONCLUSION
Google forms | IBM Design thinking | General Research conducted on the Internet
What we learned:
We learned that our eco-friendly AV should be a part of the total float experience and help reduce the environmental impact of floating the river.
Difficulty transporting items before, during, & after the float, and/or losing items while on the water.
Responders reported safety issues while floating including: sunburn, punctured tubes, and minor cuts & abrasions.
Responders reported they would appreciate services & products offered through an AV delivery system based on their floating habits.
PAPER PROTOTYPES
BRANDED FRAMES
User Onboarding | Rover and Supplies Order Flow
WHAT I LEARNED
User-Centered Design:
Building features around specific user pain points creates a more engaging and valuable product.
Seamless Integration: Ensuring all features are interconnected elevates the user’s overall experience.
FUTURE ENHANCEMENTS
Adding social features to connect users for group trips and share floating reviews.
Implementing a rewards system to incentivize frequent usage.
Partnering with local vendors for exclusive offers and supplies within the app.